Project Engineer - Mechanical Construction

JH KELLY

Boise, ID

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Corrective Action, Documentation, Documentation Plan, Industrial Engineering, Leadership, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Management Strategy, Mechanical Engineering, Mentoring, On Site Support, Piping, Problem Solving Skills, Project Engineering, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Request for Information (RFI), Sales/Support Engineering (SE), Semiconductors, Technical Writing, Typing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Boise, ID
POSTED
Today

Design Interpretation & RFI Management Compare models, specs, P&IDs, and drawings to identify conflicts or missing information.Write and manage clear, technically sound RFIs, proposing solutions and following through to resolution.Work closely with the Engineer of Record and Owner to clarify design intent and ensure constructability.Work Package Development Create detailed, field-ready work packages for procurement, fabrication, pre-assembly, rigging, and installation.Use tools like Autodesk Construction Cloud, Revizto, Stratus, and Bluebeam to organize and communicate the scope clearly.Coordinate with PMs and schedulers to align packages with project milestones and field needs.Field Engineering Support Serve as the primary technical contact for field supervisors, responding to questions, resolving design issues, and assisting with construction convenience items.Provide technical backup and documentation for lift plans, cartage plans, elevated work planning, and QA/QC walkdowns.Participate in pull planning/Last Planner-style scheduling sessions to support field execution.Quality Assurance & Turnover Perform field verification of installed work to ensure conformance with specifications and design.Track punch lists and corrective actions to completion.Ensure documentation is complete and systems are turned over clean and compliant.Team Collaboration & Culture Build strong working relationships with foremen, field leadership, project engineers, and PMs.Mentor interns or junior engineers, contributing to a positive, high-trust project culture.Show up as a calm, consistent, and capable technical partner on site.What You Bring Experience: 5+ years in mechanical project engineering, piping trades, or technical field coordination, with a deep understanding of hydronic/process piping systems, layout, and installation practices. Experience in high-tech or semiconductor construction is a plus.Skills: Proficient with Navisworks, Revizto, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and Bluebeam. Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to write clear RFIs and interpret technical documents.Mindset: Field-first, gritty, and resourceful, with a passion for precision and quality. You're a trusted partner to field teams, relatable, and professional.Education: Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering, construction management, or equivalent hands-on experience in mechanical systems.Preferred Qualities: Background in pipefitting or union craft is a bonus, but not required.Physical Requirements This role requires transitioning between office and construction field settings. In the office, you'll sit for extended periods at a computer, performing repetitive tasks like typing and communicating by telephone. In the field, you'll stand and walk for extended periods on various surfaces, including uneven terrain, climb stairs, kneel, crouch, and crawl to inspect tight spaces, and occasionally lift up to 40 pounds. Good vision and hearing are essential for reading plans, inspecting work, and communicating on-site. You'll work outdoors in various weather conditions, adhere to site-specific dress codes, and wear PPE (hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed boots). Flexibility to travel between job sites and work outside regular business hours when needed is required. Reasonable accommodations are available to support individuals with disabilities.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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