Project Engineer

TAM Systems; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TAM Systems, a leading grain handling and distribution facilities provider, seeks a Project Engineer to design and engineer agricultural systems across the Mid-Atlantic. You will collaborate with customers, sales, and field crews to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions for storage, handling, drying, and related infrastructure.

Responsibilities include creating prints, coordinating with purchasing, and supporting startup at sites, with a focus on timely, budget-conscious project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering (or related field) preferred.
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with minimal supervision.
• Advanced MS Office skills and cost/schedule awareness are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop practical, efficient engineering solutions for new systems, facility expansions, and system improvements.
• Serve as a technical resource for customers before, during, and after project completion.
• Manage engineering responsibilities to ensure project deadlines and milestones are met.
• Provide engineering input for project budgets, estimates, and proposals.
• Collaborate with customers to understand operational needs, challenges, and project goals.
• Develop project specifications, system requirements, and documentation.
• Construct prints and project document packages.
• Assist with equipment startup at customer sites.
• Design system layouts, models, components, and parts using 3D CAD software.
• Work with the purchasing team to identify and acquire materials and equipment required for project completion.
• Support sales calls and customer meetings by providing technical and engineering expertise.

Skills

Multitasking

Independent work

MS Office (advanced)

Mechanical inclination

Problem solving

Cost/schedule awareness

Education

Bachelor's in Agricultural, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

2D CAD

Job description

TAM Systems is an industry-leading provider specializing in innovative design, construction, and service of grain handling and distribution facilities. We are seeking a driven and relationship-focused Project Engineer to join our growing team.

The Project Engineer at TAM Systems is responsible for designing and engineering agricultural systems and facility expansions for farms and commercial operations throughout the Mid-Atlantic. This role works closely with customers, sales, project management, and millwright crews to develop practical, efficient solutions for grain storage, material handling, drying, and other agricultural infrastructure.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop practical, efficient engineering solutions for new systems, facility expansions, and system improvements.
• Serve as a technical resource for customers before, during, and after project completion.
• Manage engineering responsibilities to ensure project deadlines and milestones are met.
• Provide engineering input for project budgets, estimates, and proposals.
• Collaborate with customers to understand operational needs, challenges, and project goals.
• Develop project specifications, system requirements, and documentation.
• Construct prints and project document packages.
• Assist with equipment startup at customer sites.
• Design system layouts, models, components, and parts using 3D CAD software.
• Work with the purchasing team to identify and acquire materials and equipment required for project completion.
• Support sales calls and customer meetings by providing technical and engineering expertise.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Working knowledge of SolidWorks 3D design software preferred
• Working knowledge of 2D CAD design software preferred
• Ability to perform multiple tasks with a diversity of problems
• Capability to work independently without close supervision
• Computer & MS Office skills are required at an advanced level
• Strong mechanical inclination
• Must exhibit the capability to generate problem solutions
• Ability to control costs, adhere to a schedule, and improve the quality of a product/service

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering (or related field) preferred.
• Ability to travel as needed throughout the territory
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs and climb when necessary
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Base salary with bonus opportunities
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.