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Project Engineer

KAD Staffing
Madison, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/29/2026
  • Prepare project specifications, basis of design, design intent, proposals, and fee budgets.
  • Coordinate the preparation of design details, plans, and drawings within the assigned discipline.
  • Follow instructions in designing, estimating, managing start-up, and planning jobs.
  • Troubleshoot issues and refer complex problems to the project manager.
  • Assist in supervising, scheduling, and reviewing the work of project team members.
  • Provide limited coordination with outside contractors and collaborate closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
  • Work with cross functional teams to understand and resolve conflicts, escalating unresolved issues to the project manager.
  • Monitor construction costs and ensure quality installation for assigned projects while tracking job status and controlling costs.
  • Implement quality assurance programs to improve client satisfaction.
  • Assume engineering duties when appropriate and apply standard engineering concepts and procedures.
  • Review and integrate vendor and client drawings, preparing comprehensive construction documents that meet client and project team requirements.
  • Respond to RFIs and prepare change bulletins under supervision
  • Conduct job site surveys, field observations, and develop project punch lists as needed.
  • Coordinate project assignments with other engineers and technicians, delegating tasks to engineers, designers, and BIM technicians.
  • Manage the drawing and design of complex projects, research code issues, and document findings to report to supervising engineers.
  • Interact with clients, assist with technical studies and assessments, and perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience with an engineering consulting firm or AIE firm is preferred, with a focus on design for healthcare, institutional, commercial, educational, municipal, and industrial projects, or construction engineering.
  • PE (Professional Engineer) is required
  • Proficiency with Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite, along with strong organizational and planning skills, is necessary to manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, an understanding of job financial reports, and a commitment to continuous learning, including attending seminars and professional development programs.
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