Project Engineer

Peterson Holding Company; Hillsboro, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Promotional opportunities

Job summary

Peterson Power Systems, Inc. in Hillsboro, OR, seeks a Project Engineer to serve as the technical liaison between Sales/Project Managers and customers on standby power systems and related projects.

You will prepare detailed submittals, interface with Caterpillar and vendors, maintain engineering drawings databases, and collaborate with Project Managers. Travel up to 10% to client sites and meetings may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of three years of directly related experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical liaison between Sales/Project Managers and Customers.
• Prepare detailed engineering submittals for standby power systems and related projects.
• Interface with Caterpillar and outside vendors to gather documentation.
• Generate official correspondence and responses to submittal review comments.
• Maintain and update engineering and CAT drawings databases.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or related field)

Tools

CAT Drawings Database

Peterson Power Drawings Database

Job description

It’s your time, make it matter. At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 90 years, our peoples’ work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson’s legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don’t just have a career, you have a purpose. Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason: our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values. You have high expectations too. You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter. Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business. It’s time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Act as technical liaison between Sales/Project Managers and Customers.
• Work with contractors/customers to answer application and installation questions.
• Preparation of detailed Engineering Submittals for complete standby power systems, industrial engine, and marine projects as assigned.
• Interface with Caterpillar factory and other outside vendors to gather required documentation.
• Generate official correspondence and responses to submittal review comments from consulting engineers and contractors.
• Preparation of Operation and Maintenance Manuals and other close-out documentation as may be required.
• Maintain and revise the Peterson Power Drawings Database.
• Maintain and update the CAT Drawings Database.
• Work in concert with Project Managers on assigned projects.
• Up to 10% travel to customers and vendor meetings, and jobsites out of our territory.

Other duties may be assigned.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Displays excellent communication skills including presentation, persuasion, and negotiation skills required in working with customers/ coworkers, including the ability to communicate effectively and remain calm and courteous under pressure.
• Respectfully takes direction from supervisor/manager.

JOB SCOPE

This position serves in the capacity of the Project Engineer. General discretion and judgment is exercised routinely in the execution of job duties. If errors in judgement or professional execution of responsibilities are made, the consequences to the department can be serious.

INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS

Internal contacts consist of all levels of positions in the company from business unit leaders to entry positions. This position regularly deals with employees in exchange of information in person, writing, via telephone or by electronic transfer. Sensitivity is required in dealing with such information and decisions concerning the release or sharing of that information. External contacts may consist of labor leaders, lawyers, government representatives, employees and managers, vendors and consultants.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, safely and in alignment with Peterson’s core values. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree from a fully accredited college in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or other closely related field; and a minimum of three years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

N/A

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Peterson Power Systems, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.

At Peterson, our vision is to be our customers’ first choice. We provide a family-oriented environment that promotes safety, personal growth, and professional achievement. We offer competitive wages, generous benefits, and room to grow within the company. If you want to work side-by-side with others who are passionate about customer service, consider joining the team!