Project Engineer (Commercial Electrical)

Our client is a well-established mid-sized commercial electrical contractor based in Milford, CT, with over 20 years of experience serving commercial, institutional, and industrial clients. Their work spans multi-residential housing, commercial and industrial facilities, healthcare, educational facilities, retail, and more.

Job Summary:
The Project Engineer supports project delivery from contract award through closeout by driving permitting, design/engineering coordination, material ordering, submittals, utility interconnection, and final documentation. This role serves as the operational engine behind project execution and ensures Project Managers receive a complete, organized, construction-ready handoff package. The ideal candidate is highly organized, technically curious, and comfortable owning the details that keep projects moving on schedule.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead project kickoff activities from contract award through mobilization, including tracking permits, design/engineering, and material ordering
• Manage handoff to Project Managers with a complete, organized package (drawings, permits, submittals, schedule, contacts, and open items)
• Prepare, submit, and track submittals including shop drawings, product data, manufacturer qualifications, and warranty documentation
• Support system design for solar projects using Helioscope, SolarEdge Designer, and related tools; partner with Sales on proposal-stage layouts and refine into construction-ready documentation
• Drive the utility interconnection process from application through permission to operate (PTO)
• Build project-specific safety plans aligned with the company safety program and OSHA standards
• Run project closeouts including as-builts, O&M manuals, warranties, lien waivers, and final inspections
• Maintain organized SOP folders and project files with clear, consistent labeling and documentation control from project start through completion

Requirements:

• 2 years of experience in a project engineer, project coordinator, or assistant project manager role within electrical, solar, or commercial construction
• Working knowledge of permitting, utility interconnection, and submittal processes
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Teams); experience with project management software (Smartsheet a plus)
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills for coordination with customers, AHJs, utilities, and field crews
• Experience with Helioscope, SolarEdge Designer, AutoCAD, or Bluebeam preferred
• OSHA 30 certification preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Benefits:
Why join this company?

• Competitive base salary: $75,000–$95,000 (negotiable based on experience)
• Health, vision, and dental insurance (through union)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Company vehicle and gas card
• 401(k) with company match
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

Apply today! A recruiter will contact all qualified candidates.