Project Engineer

Watchfire; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Company Paid Life/ADD

Voluntary Life/ADD

Dependent Life/ADD

401k with Employer Match

Vacation

Personal Time

Job summary

Watchfire is seeking a Project Engineer to provide technical and project-specific engineering support across customer and internal projects. You will collaborate with R&D, Project Managers, Sales, Operations, and Field Services to define scopes and deliver installation-ready solutions integrating Watchfire products with third-party systems.

You will analyze requirements, develop technical documentation, and assist with project estimation while traveling to Danville and job sites as needed to

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 0-3 years of relevant engineering or technical project experience.
• Knowledge of AC electrical distribution, A/V practices, and networking is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support projects throughout full lifecycle from scope to installation readiness and validation.
• Analyze project requirements and perform standard engineering calculations for design, integration, and installation.
• Develop and maintain project-specific technical documentation (drawings, schematics, wiring details, installation instructions).
• Qualify new products for project needs and create supporting installation, sales, and support docs.
• Assist with project estimating by supporting product selection, labor assumptions, equipment needs, and jobsite considerations.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and cross-functional teams to communicate hardware, software, and system integration requirements.
• Review production, installation, and maintenance issues; assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Use engineering and project management software to support planning and execution.
• Assist support staff with installation or post-installation needs.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on engineering processes and documentation.
• Travel to Danville and jobsites as needed for validation, troubleshooting, and coordination.
• Participate in training and stay current on Watchfire products and industry standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Multi-project management

Engineering software

Project management software

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Associate's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAx tools

Engineering documentation tools

Job description

Role Summary

The Project Engineer provides technical and project-specific engineering support to ensure the successful execution of customer and internal projects. This role partners closely with Project Engineering leadership, R&D, Project Managers, Sales, Operations, and Field Services to define accurate project scopes and deliver installation-ready solutions that integrate Watchfire products with third-party systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Support projects throughout the full lifecycle, from initial scope development through installation readiness and validation.
• Analyze project requirements and perform standard engineering calculations to support system design, integration, and installation needs.
• Develop and maintain project-specific technical documentation, including drawings, schematics, diagrams, wiring details, and installation instructions.
• Qualify new products to use for project needs and create supporting documentation for installation, sales, and support.
• Assist with project estimating by supporting product selection, labor assumptions, equipment needs, workflows, and jobsite considerations.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and cross-functional teams to communicate technical requirements related to hardware, software, and system integration.
• Review production, installation, and maintenance issues; assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Use engineering and project management software tools to support planning, documentation, and execution.
• Assist Watchfire support staff in any installation or post-installation needs.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on engineering processes, documentation standards, and execution efficiency.
• Travel to Danville and jobsites as needed to support project validation, troubleshooting, and coordination.
• Participate in training and remain current on Watchfire products, industry standards, and best practices.

Required Qualifications And Skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency with engineering, design, and project management software tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Education and Experience

• Associate's degree or higher in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field preferred, or equivalent practical experience.
• 0 - 3 years of relevant engineering or technical project experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, construction, electronics, or integrated systems environments preferred.
• Knowledge of basic AC electrical distribution methods, common A/V practices, and networking techniques.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and crouch in and around tightly configured spaces.
• Willingness to travel to jobsites as required.
• Ability to work extended hours when needed to meet project deadlines.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Company Paid Life/ADD
• Voluntary Life/ADD
• Dependent Life/ADD
• 401k with Employer Match
• Vacation
• Personal Time

Watchfire is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not consider candidates who require current or future sponsorship.