Project Engineer/Assistant Project Manager

Energy Land & Infrastructure (ELI) is seeking an experienced Mechanical or Civil Engineer to join our growing Energy team as a Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager (APM). This position is ideal for an engineering professional with a strong technical background who is ready to take on increasing project leadership responsibilities while supporting Project Managers (PMs) and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in the successful delivery of complex energy infrastructure projects.

The selected candidate will coordinate day-to-day project activities, maintain schedules and budgets, support client communications, and produce high-quality technical deliverables. This position offers a clear path toward full Project Management or Technical Lead responsibilities. General tasks associated with this position include the following:

• Assist Project Managers with planning, execution, and delivery of engineering projects.
• Own and manage project tasks assigned by the Project Manager, ensuring deliverables are completed accurately, on schedule, and within budget.
• Coordinate day-to-day project activities to maintain project schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
• Support technical design and engineering reviews for oil and gas transmission, distribution, facilities, and related infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, plans, specifications, reports, and construction packages.
• Coordinate with engineering, survey, environmental, permitting, and right-of-way teams on the successful delivery of projects.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, action items, and project risks.
• Participate in client meetings, including hosting on occasion, and assist with proposals, scopes, scheduling, and resource planning.
• Support QA/QC and construction-phase engineering.
• Work closely with PMs and SMEs while directing junior engineering and CAD staff on assigned work.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain within two years of employment.
• 5–10 years of progressive engineering experience, preferably in the oil and gas industry.
• Experience with pipeline, facilities, compressor/regulator stations, terminals, or similar energy infrastructure.
• Proficient in AutoCAD
• Past experience with, or ability to own and manage, permitting tasks including DOT, railroad, and local agency permits.
• Ability to work with junior staff and directing engineering design, CAD production, and project deliverable development.
• Strong understanding of engineering design, project execution, and construction.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Projects preferred.

Desired Attributes:

• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and collaborative.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to client service and quality.
• Interest in growing into a Project Manager or Technical Lead role.

Benefits:

• 401(k) and employer contribution
• Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Health savings account
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off which increases with longevity
• Flexible Schedule
• Bonus Potential
• Professional development assistance
• Sam’s Club or COSTCO annual membership
• Monthly cell phone allowance
• ELI gear

Schedule:

• Full Time
• Monday to Friday

Why Join ELI?

At ELI, you'll work on challenging energy infrastructure projects alongside experienced industry leaders while contributing to a collaborative culture with excellent opportunities for technical and leadership growth.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require ELI to commence (“sponsor”) an immigration case in order to employ you (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration case)? This is sometimes called “sponsorship” for an employment-based visa status.
• How did you hear about this opportunity with our firm? (e.g., LinkedIn, Handshake, Indeed, our website, a current or former employee, a colleague, etc.).

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• AutoCAD Civil 3D: 5 years (Preferred)
• Engineering: 5 years (Required)
• Project Management : 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Engineer in Training or Engineer Intern certificate (Preferred)
• Professional Engineer License for NC (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $125,000