Project Engineer

QCS Staffing Ltd; Idaho City (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Undisclosed Client in Idaho, USA is seeking a Project Engineer for a 12-month contract on a major life sciences electrical construction project based in Boise. The role involves leading electrical construction activities, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring work aligns with project timelines and specifications.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical Engineering and extensive experience with large-scale industrial or semiconductor-related projects, including commissioning and

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Extensive experience on large-scale industrial/manufacturing projects.
• Experience with GC/EPC/EPCM organisations on complex construction.
• Strong knowledge of electrical construction methods, testing and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee electrical construction activities.
• Manage electrical subcontractors ensuring safety and quality.
• Monitor progress against schedules and identify risks/delays.
• Support planning and sequencing of electrical installations.
• Review drawings, specs, and submittals.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Construction management

Reading drawings

Risk identification

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Project Engineer - USA, Idaho Boise - Initial 12-Month Contract - Life Sciences

With extensive experience delivering complex semiconductor manufacturing projects, our client has built a strong reputation as a trusted partner to leading technology organisations. Known for their technical expertise and consistent project success, they are one of the largest and most established general contractors in the Pacific Northwest. They are now seeking a Project Engineer to support a major project based in Idaho, USA.

What You'll Deliver

• Coordinate and oversee the execution of electrical construction activities across assigned project areas.
• Manage electrical subcontractors to ensure works are performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements.
• Monitor progress against project schedules and actively identify risks, delays, and opportunities for recovery.
• Support the planning and sequencing of electrical installations to align with overall construction objectives.
• Review and interpret drawings, specifications, construction documents, and technical submittals.

Experience required

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience delivering large-scale industrial, manufacturing, mission-critical, semiconductor, data centre, pharmaceutical, or advanced technology projects.
• Experience working for a General Contractor, Main Contractor, EPC, or EPCM organisation on complex construction projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical construction methods, installation practices, testing, and commissioning processes.