Project Engineer

Lead Complex Projects and Drive ResultsSALARY: $110,000 – $120,000 per yearLOCATION: Phoenix Metro Area, AZSCHEDULE: Full-Time | On-Site | Travel up to 25% as neededWHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLEGuide significant facility improvement projects from early planning through completion and operational handoff.Work across engineering, operations, maintenance, and construction to deliver projects successfully.Help improve facility performance while keeping projects aligned with budgets, schedules, and safety expectations.WHAT YOU’LL DODirect major facility and infrastructure projects through planning, engineering, execution, commissioning, and final handoff.Establish and monitor project budgets, schedules, forecasts, milestones, and risk mitigation plans.Oversee external engineering and construction partners, evaluate progress, and address issues that could affect project delivery.Review technical plans, assess construction readiness, and coordinate safety reviews and operational startup activities.Work with facility teams to plan project execution around operational requirements and minimize disruptions.Analyze project costs and schedule performance, evaluate proposed changes, and communicate progress and potential issues to leadership.Maintain project records and support compliance with applicable engineering, environmental, quality, and workplace safety requirements.WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FORBachelor’s degree in Engineering (required.)Must have 7+ years of experience at the Project Engineer level or higher, with responsibility for industrial capital projects.Direct experience working in an industrial plant or manufacturing facility.Demonstrated success leading projects from initial planning and design through construction, commissioning, startup, and final turnover.Experience overseeing engineering and construction contractors, including project costs, schedules, and execution.Knowledge of technical risk assessment, process safety reviews, and coordination with plant operations.Experience with project budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, earned value management, and change control.Proficiency with project management software and Microsoft Office; advanced project scheduling software experience required.Familiarity with applicable industrial quality, environmental, and safety standards.PMP certification preferred.Ability to travel up to 25% based on project needs.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThis role requires the ability to regularly walk and navigate industrial manufacturing and construction environments, including climbing stairs, accessing active work areas, and wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE). The position may require prolonged periods of standing, walking, sitting, and working around active construction and manufacturing operations, with occasional lifting or carrying of materials and equipment as needed.READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?This position is offered through NW Staffing Resources. Simply select ‘Apply Online’ at the top of the post to submit your application. If you'd like more information about this role or others within the industries we serve, we’d love to connect. Partner with a recruiter who will advocate for your goals, provide insight into the local market, and help you find the right fit. Call or text us directly for confidential consideration at: 916-993-4182