Electrical Project Engineer

Kokosing, Inc.; Grand River (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Job summary

Kokosing, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to join their team in Grand River, Ohio. The role involves supporting large-scale industrial construction projects, ensuring the implementation of electrical systems from pre-construction to completion. Responsibilities include managing safety, budget, schedule, and vendor relations, along with compliance to regulatory bodies like OSHA.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in project engineering and hold a degree in Electrical Engineering or Construction Management. Exceptional problem-solving and detail-oriented skills are essential, along with a strong work ethic to maintain high quality in team performance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a construction project engineer.
• Understanding and applying safety laws and company standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage project engineering and personnel functions.
• Ensure compliance with company and contract requirements.
• Prepare documents to obtain quotes from vendors.
• Track material deliveries.
• Monitor crew assignments for productivity.
• Conduct field visits to check work.
• Ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Project engineering

Safety compliance

Budget management

Vendor management

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

McGraw Kokosing is a leading industrial maintenance contractor based in Middletown, OH. With extensive capabilities that include off‑site manufacturing and assembly, pipe fabrication and installation, electrical and instrumentation, structural steel erection, rigging, and equipment setting, we are committed to delivering best‑in‑class solutions to our clients. We serve a diverse range of industries including steel, power, oil and gas, data center, and food and beverage, providing planned plant outages, emergency maintenance, and capital improvement projects for both new and existing facilities. Since partnering with Kokosing Industrial in 1992, we have consistently prioritized safety and quality, striving to lead the industry in delivering exceptional results for our customers. Our pre‑construction services include risk assessments, budget validation, 3D modeling, and more to ensure we meet and exceed our clients’ expectations every step of the way.

Job Description

The electrical project engineer role supports a team in implementing electrical systems for large‑scale industrial construction projects. The engineer will be involved in mission‑critical projects, taking the project from pre‑construction through final acceptance to successful completion. Responsibilities include direct accountability for project safety, quality, budget, schedule, job controls, vendor management, submittals, and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage project engineering and related personnel functions and activities, including planning procurement, design review, project controls, work assignments, etc.
• Ensure project engineering activities comply with company and contract requirements and support the overall construction schedule.
• Prepare documents to obtain quotes from vendors for material, equipment, and other specialty items.
• Track material deliveries.
• Interface with departments, divisions, and internal staff on budgeting, staffing, discipline of employees, training/development, scheduling and other activities requiring discretion and judgment.
• Review engineering plans and vendor submittals.
• Monitor crew assignments to ensure productivity goals are met.
• Conduct field walks and spot checks of work being performed.
• Ensure compliance with county, state and OSHA policies and regulations.

Required Skills

• 2+ years of experience as a construction project engineer.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Construction Management.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to understand, interpret, and consistently apply safety laws, company policies/standards.
• Ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
• Ability to build trust and achieve results with clients and company team members.
• Read drawings, interpret work specifications and work scopes.
• Demonstrate solid attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong work ethic to complete tasks as a team in a high‑quality manner.

Benefits

McGraw Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life, and disability insurance. We also provide competitive incentives to eligible team members, such as paid time off and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, to reward our team for staying committed to our customers and maintaining safety as a priority.

McGraw Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.