Project Engineer

Brunel; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunel is seeking a Project Engineer to support a major mining infrastructure project in Colorado. You will partner with engineering leadership, project teams, consultants, and contractors to oversee detailed engineering activities, coordinate field support, and help deliver critical objectives safely and efficiently.

The role emphasizes collaboration across disciplines, rigorous attention to design integrity, and timely execution to meet project milestones on site in Denver.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, electrical, mechanical, geotechnical or related field with 3–5 years of engineering experience.
• Experience supporting project engineering, construction, infrastructure, or geotechnical projects; mining exposure preferred.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, development, and execution of engineering projects and programs.
• Coordinate engineering consultants through detailed design and field support activities.
• Review engineering studies, designs, reports, and technical recommendations.
• Evaluate contracts for engineering services, equipment, and vendors.
• Provide technical guidance to project stakeholders and site leadership.
• Assist with project budgeting, scheduling, forecasting, and progress tracking.
• Promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with project standards.

Skills

Civil/Geotechnical eng

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

ArcGIS

GoldSim

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brunel is seeking a Project Engineer to support a major mining infrastructure project. You will partner with engineering leadership, project teams, consultants, and contractors to oversee detailed engineering activities, coordinate field support, and help deliver critical project objectives safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Support planning, development, and execution of engineering projects and programs.
• Coordinate engineering consultants through detailed design and field support activities.
• Review engineering studies, designs, reports, and technical recommendations.
• Evaluate and administer contracts for engineering services, equipment, and vendors.
• Provide technical guidance to project stakeholders and site leadership.
• Assist with project budgeting, scheduling, forecasting, and progress tracking.
• Promote safe work practices and support compliance with project standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, geotechnical engineering, or a related discipline, with 3 to 5 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience supporting project engineering, construction, infrastructure, civil, or geotechnical projects is required. Mining industry experience involving earthworks, structural, concrete, or geotechnical projects is preferred. Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills are essential.
• Required Technical Knowledge
• Project engineering and project management principles; civil, geotechnical, structural, and construction engineering fundamentals; Microsoft Office; AutoCAD/Civil 3D, ArcGIS, GoldSim, and Microsoft Project.

What Success Looks Like

Engineering deliverables are completed safely, accurately, and on schedule. Technical risks are identified and resolved proactively. Strong collaboration is maintained across project teams, contractors, consultants, and site leadership.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

Join a high-profile mining infrastructure project with significant operational impact. Work alongside experienced engineering leaders and specialized consultants while gaining exposure to both detailed engineering and field execution activities. This role offers broad project lifecycle experience and the opportunity to influence project success through technical expertise and collaboration.