Junior Project Engineer

Evergreen Fire and Security; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with up to 4% match

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Evergreen Fire and Security is seeking a Junior Project Engineer to support the Engineering Department in design, installation, and maintenance of low-voltage security systems for government entities and corporations. You will assist in system design, technical solutions, estimates, documentation, and submittals under the supervision of the Senior Project Engineer.

You will participate in project meetings, maintain quality control, track submittals, and coordinate procurement and scheduling

Qualifications

• Good communication skills to interface with customers.
• Ability to work well with others and maintain a positive attitude.
• Valid enhanced driver’s license.
• Ability to pass pre-employment and continuing random background, drug and MVR screenings.
• Ability to receive a US government clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and implementation of low voltage security systems, ensuring adherence to project specifications and standards.
• Provide technical support and solutions for ongoing projects, troubleshooting issues as they arise under the guidance of the Senior Project Engineer.
• Collaborate with the Senior Project Engineer to prepare detailed project estimates and proposals.
• Develop project documents, ensuring accurate and timely submission of submittals and other documentation.
• Participate in project meetings, documenting key discussions and action items.
• Monitor and maintain quality control processes to ensure project deliverables meet required standards.
• Track submittals and opportunities, maintaining up‑to‑date records and follow‑up actions.
• Support the development and integration of new systems and technologies within the company’s projects.
• Coordinate logistical aspects of project execution, including procurement and scheduling.
• Assist in the preparation of project reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of industry trends, standards, and best practices.
• Support the configuration and solution development of IT systems used in security projects.
• Maintain and update system documentation, including network diagrams, system configurations, and user guides.
• Assist in the development and implementation of cybersecurity measures to protect security systems from potential threats.
• Attends and supports local and remote site surveys.
• Develops and modifies new and existing standards, processes, and manuals.
• Effectively represents Evergreen Fire and Security in a professional and inviting manner to ensure excellent customer service and satisfaction.
• Ensures compliance with safety policies.
• Reads and comprehends blueprints, project instructions, and company forms.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Enhanced driver's license

Background checks

Government clearance

Education

BA/BS in Engineering or related field

Job description

You’ve Come to the Right Place.
Evergreen Fire and Security provides life safety and security solutions for government entities and corporations. With our dedicated management and technical team led by senior leadership whose core philosophy is consistently to deliver world‑class service, we provide engineered design, installation, and maintenance of custom low‑voltage systems for a diverse customer base located across the United States and abroad.

The Junior Project Engineer assists the overall department goals of the Engineering Department to include administrative, technical, and logistical tasks. This position works under the general supervision of the Senior Project Engineer and assists in completion of tasks involved in system design, system support, technical solutions, estimates, document flow, project meetings, submittals, quality control, and submittals/opportunity tracking.

The Role

• Assist in the design and implementation of low voltage security systems, ensuring adherence to project specifications and standards.
• Provide technical support and solutions for ongoing projects, troubleshooting issues as they arise under the guidance of the Senior Project Engineer.
• Collaborate with the Senior Project Engineer to prepare detailed project estimates and proposals.
• Develop project documents, ensuring accurate and timely submission of submittals and other documentation.
• Participate in project meetings, documenting key discussions and action items.
• Monitor and maintain quality control processes to ensure project deliverables meet required standards.
• Track submittals and opportunities, maintaining up‑to‑date records and follow‑up actions.
• Support the development and integration of new systems and technologies within the company’s projects.
• Coordinate logistical aspects of project execution, including procurement and scheduling.
• Assist in the preparation of project reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of industry trends, standards, and best practices.
• Support the configuration and solution development of IT systems used in security projects.
• Maintain and update system documentation, including network diagrams, system configurations, and user guides.
• Assist in the development and implementation of cybersecurity measures to protect security systems from potential threats.
• Attends and supports local and remote site surveys.
• Develops and modifies new and existing standards, processes, and manuals.
• Effectively represents Evergreen Fire and Security in a professional and inviting manner to ensure excellent customer service and satisfaction.
• Ensures compliance with safety policies.
• Reads and comprehends blueprints, project instructions, and company forms.

The Necessities

• Good communication skills to interface with customers
• Ability to work well with others and come to work with a positive attitude
• Valid enhanced driver’s license
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment and continuing random background, drug and MVR screenings
• Ability to receive a US government clearance

The Nice‑To‑Haves

• BA/BS in Engineering or similar experience
• Prior experience working on military installations

The Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) plan with up to 4% match available 100% vested from day one
• Healthcare flexible spending accounts
• Dependent care flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company sponsored group term life insurance
• Company sponsored short-term disability insurance
• Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Legal Services
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet insurance

Pay range is $65,000 – $75,000 for well-qualified candidates. We also offer opportunities for training and advancement in a fast‑paced, inclusive, and rewarding working environment. Check us out on Facebook, LinkedIn, or at www.evergreenfire.com.
Evergreen Fire & Security is a US government contractor with sensitive access requirements. As our employee, you must also be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information. Unless otherwise stated in the requirements section of an individual job listing, our positions require U.S. citizenship due to the level of access to sensitive information and/or restricted facilities.

Evergreen Fire and Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.