Project Engineer

Santa Fe Water Systems

• $90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
  • 5 years of experience in waterworks or mechanical systems sector.
  • Proficient in SolidWorks and Microsoft Office.
  • Strong knowledge of AWWA, ASME, ASTM, ISO, AWS standards.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, budget, and schedule multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Maintain relationships with customers and vendors.
  • Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to meet project objectives.
  • Design projects using SolidWorks.
  • Serve as the primary contact for customers and stakeholders during project execution.
  • Perform material take-offs for purchasing purposes.
  • Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Full Job Description
Key Duties and essential functions:

  • High level project planning, budgeting scheduling, and resource allocation for multiple concurrent projects.
  • Maintain and improve professional long-term relationships with customers & vendors.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, procurement, and installation to ensure project objectives are met within established timelines and budget constraints.
  • Use SolidWorks for design and development of projects.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, contractors, and stakeholders. Provide regular updates and address any concerns or issues that arise during project execution.
  • Perform industrial take-offs (Bill of Materials) for material purchasing.
  • Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor project progress and performance metrics identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as necessary.


Supervisory Responsibilities: none

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a degree in a related discipline required.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience working in within waterworks, piping, valves, or mechanical systems sector.
  • Computer proficient, including Microsoft Office products.
  • Proficient with SolidWorks.
  • Strong knowledge of AWWA, ASME, ASTM, ISO, AWS standards and municipal specifications.
  • Good communication, documentation, and leadership skills.
  • Detail oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with the Water Treatment industry or SFWS company products/services.
  • Experience in budget management and resource planning.
  • 6-10 years working within waterworks, piping, valves, or mechanical systems sector.
  • Conflict resolution and de-escalation skills.


Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Demands:

  • Sedentary Work: Primarily seated while working on a computer or phone for extended periods.
  • Repetitive Tasks: Regular typing, data entry, and handling customer queries.
  • Minimal Physical Activity: Occasionally moving around the office or home workspace to retrieve materials or attend meetings. May have to lift 10-20lbs occasionally.


Equipment and Tools:

  • Technology driven-Use of computers, headsets, telephones, cell phones, and CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software.


Interactions with Customers:

  • High contact role-Continuous interaction with customers and internal employees via Teams, phone, text or email.
  • Stressful Situations-May deal with difficult or upset customers or employees, requiring patience and conflict resolution skills.


Noise and Distractions:

  • Moderate Noise-In office may involve background chatter or phone calls in open workspaces.


Mental and Emotional Demands:

  • Problem-Solving: Constantly trouble shooting and resolving customer and employee concerns.
  • Emotional Resilience-Managing stressful or challenging interactions with professionalism and composure
  • Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in communication and documentation
  • May face pressure to meet deadlines, especially during busy times. This can create stress and fatigue, particularly when working on complex tasks.


Compensation: $90,000 to $120,000 dependent on experience and qualifications

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance


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