Movable Bridge Mechanical Project Engineer

01031 TPC Civil - East; 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 in Old Saybrook, CT. This role focuses on planning, coordinating, and maintaining movable bridge components, including machinery, hydraulics, and interfaces with structural work.

Strong emphasis on safety, quality, and contract compliance, with collaboration across project management, superintendents, subcontractors, and design teams to ensure on-time, within-budget execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of experience on heavy civil, bridge, transportation, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience with bridge rehabilitation/movable bridges preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Bluebeam, Primavera P6.

Responsibilities

• Support movable bridge projects (bascule, swing, vertical lift) installation and rehabilitation.
• Coordinate erection of gears, motors, hydraulics, bearings, and machinery frames.
• Review drawings and submittals for contract compliance.
• Assist scheduling, procurement tracking, and cost control.
• Monitor field operations for safety and quality.
• Support inspections, testing, and commissioning.
• Prepare RFIs, change orders, and progress reports.
• Coordinate with electrical/controls teams during startup.
• Maintain project documentation and turnover packages.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

Project management software

Job description

Tutor Perini Corporation is seeking a Project Engineer - Mechanical to join our Connecticut River Bridge team in Old Saybrook, CT. This role focuses on planning, coordinating, and maintaining movable bridge components, including machinery, hydraulics, and interfaces with structural work.

Strong emphasis on safety, quality, and contract compliance, with collaboration across project management, superintendents, subcontractors, and design teams to ensure on-time, within-budget execution.