Project Engineer

We are seeking a Project Engineer with a strong design and engineering background to join our team. The role involves project engineering within a design setting, focusing on the design of equipment, including steel, process, power, concrete, and foundation designs. The position also involves managing EGSE design work. A Professional Engineer (PE) license is not required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design tasks, including sketches and mark-ups of existing drawings to communicate design intent.
• Conduct field work to inspect and verify existing plant conditions, route pipes, ducts, and roads, and layout new equipment for optimal space and resource use.
• Create preliminary designs for the installation of pipes, equipment, and structures.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to produce projects with the lowest total installed cost.
• Review and check the design work of others for accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
• Critically evaluate design work across various disciplines.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients and contractors.
• Lead scope development efforts by interfacing with clients as needed.
• Provide weekly reporting communications to clients and communicate scope requirements to designers or other engineers.
• Obtain quotes for engineering, equipment, material, and services.
• Coordinate project safety, timing, and other issues.
• Control documents generated during the course of the project and manage electronic document storage per EGS file system.
• Issue documents to clients for permanent storage and maintain internal schedule and budget.
• Pursue internal deliverables and ensure timely issuance of drawings, reports, etc.
• Develop bid packages, lead bid meetings, and evaluate bids.
• Manage the scope of work and write proposals, change orders, scope, and estimate reports.

• Project management and engineering skills with a focus on design.
• Experience in mechanical design, project engineering, and mechanical engineering.
• Proficiency in routing pipes, ducts, and roads, as well as handling equipment and structures.
• Strong ability to critically review design work and ensure compliance with project requirements.

• Experience with project management tools and electronic document storage systems.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with clients and contractors.

This position is primarily office-based, with potential office locations in Bruton, AL, Jacksonville, FL, and Dothan, AL, with Dothan being the largest office. The company is an established small business with a focus on strategic long-term hiring. The work culture supports strong employee retention and significant growth. Benefits include BC/BS Medical/Dental coverage, vacation time, 7 paid holidays, life and AD&D insurance, and a 401K plan.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Jacksonville, FL.

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

401k 4% matching Blue Cross Blue Shield dental plan Blue Cross Blue Shield vision plan Blue Cross Blue Shield medical Plan Relocation is available

This is a fully onsite position in Jacksonville,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $80,000 - $150,000