Mechanical Bridge Project Engineer

tutorperini; Old Saybrook (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Tutor Perini Corporation is seeking a Project Engineer - Mechanical to join our Connecticut River Bridge team at Old Saybrook, CT. This role focuses on movable bridge systems, including planning, installation, commissioning, and maintenance, with emphasis on safety and quality.

The successful candidate will review drawings, coordinate mechanical installs, and support scheduling, procurement, and field operations on large-scale bridge projects in Connecticut.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of heavy civil, bridge, transportation, or infrastructure project experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and shop drawings.
• Proficiency with Office, Bluebeam, Primavera P6 or PM software.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred; EIT certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance of movable bridges.
• Coordinate installation of mechanical equipment including gears, motors, reducers, hydraulic units and bearings.
• Review drawings, specifications, and submittals for contract compliance.
• Assist with scheduling, procurement tracking, cost control, and subcontractor coordination.
• Monitor field operations for safety, efficiency, and quality standards.
• Prepare RFIs, change orders, daily reports, minutes, and progress updates.
• Coordinate lifts and interface with other disciplines during installation.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors in Civil/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

Job description

Tutor Perini Corporation is seeking a Project Engineer - Mechanical to join our Connecticut River Bridge team at Old Saybrook, CT. This role focuses on movable bridge systems, including planning, installation, commissioning, and maintenance, with emphasis on safety and quality.

The successful candidate will review drawings, coordinate mechanical installs, and support scheduling, procurement, and field operations on large-scale bridge projects in Connecticut.