Project Engineer - Water and Wastewater Equipment
@ ilocatumProject Engineer - Water and Wastewater Equipment
About the job
A growing NJ water and wastewater manufacturer seeks a Project Engineer to manage engineered equipment projects, ensure schedule and budget adherence, and coordinate with fabrication teams. The role offers full-time employment, benefits, and a clear growth path.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 4+ years project engineering experience
- Experience owning equipment projects end to end
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Excellent communication skills
Qualifications
- Organized and able to manage multiple projects
- U.S
- work authorization without sponsorship
- Experience with fabrication drawings
- Public works or municipal experience (preferred)
Full job description
Project Engineer - Water and Wastewater Equipment
Location: Boonton, NJ (100% on-site)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $105,000 to $120,000 per year
Own engineered equipment projects from order to shipment at a growing water and wastewater manufacturer, with 100% company-paid family medical premiums.
Must-Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field
- 4+ years of project engineering experience in manufacturing, water and wastewater, or public works
- Hands-on experience owning engineered equipment projects end to end, including fabricated equipment
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to review fabrication drawings
- Highly organized and able to manage several projects at once
- Strong written and verbal communication with external stakeholders
- Must live in northern New Jersey (no relocation)
- U.S. work authorization without sponsorship
What You’ll Do
- Manage engineered equipment projects from order receipt through shipment, on schedule and budget
- Serve as the customer-facing engineer for consulting engineers, contractors, municipalities, and end users
- Prepare submittal packages, O&M manuals, and project schedules
- Handle public works requirements, including specifications, prevailing wage, and approvals
- Coordinate daily with the in-house fabrication shop and outside fabricators
- Review designs for fit, function, and manufacturability
- Join weekly project and fabrication meetings to keep the backlog moving
Nice-to-Haves
- Water and wastewater equipment background
- Municipal, utility, or public works contract experience
- PE license
Compensation and Benefits
- $105,000 to $120,000 per year
- Medical premiums 100% company-paid for individual and family coverage
- Optional lower-deductible buy-up plan
- Clear path to Senior Project Engineer and beyond
- Short commute and minimal travel
About the Company
Our client is a privately held, growing northern New Jersey manufacturer of water and wastewater process equipment with a full order book.
To apply, submit your resume for consideration.