Project Engineer

Kaizen Lab Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

4-day work week options

PTO & holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Insurance offerings

401(k) with employer match

Relocation package

Job summary

AVANTech LLC seeks a hands-on Project Engineer to own the execution of glovebox assemblies and integrated systems from design through delivery.

You will bridge design, shop production, and project management, overseeing schedules, budgets, procurement, and fabrication workflows with a focus on high-integrity custom projects.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in project engineering, mechanical design, or hands-on fabrication.
• Experience in a fabrication/shop environment (stainless steel, weldments, piping).

Responsibilities

• Lead shop floor integration and support: create work packages and resolve issues.
• Review/assist 2D/3D CAD models and layouts.
• Develop project timelines, monitor milestones, and manage budgets.
• Coordinate with vendors for materials and glovebox hardware.
• Support FAT, leak testing, and system commissioning to meet specs.

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Mechanical design

CAD (SolidWorks/AutoCAD)

Project management

Fabrication support

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Who We Are

AVANTech, LLCsolves some of the most challenging problems in the nuclear, government, and industrial industries – from beingfirst responders to the Fukushima Nuclear Plant meltdown to developing patented first-of-its-kind technology for legacy Cold War site cleanup. We design, fabricate, and maintain specialty containment and water treatment equipment. AVANTech’s goal is to improve theenvironment and support our clients with innovative, sustainable solutions.

Benefits of working with AVANTech

• Flexible workhours, including 4-day work week or other schedule options
• Generous Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Greatopportunity for advancement with a rapidly growing company
• Comprehensive insurance offerings
• 401(k) savingsplan with employer match
• Relocation package available for qualified candidates

Who You Are

You are a hands-on Engineer with a mechanical background who thrives both behind a computer and on the shop floor. You enjoy taking full ownership of complex physical-blending mechanical design, hands-on fabrication support, and project management. You are excited to lead high-integrity custom projects, such as specialized glovebox containment systems-through shop integration, testing and delivery.

A Day in the Life of a Project Engineer

The Project Engineer is part of the team leading the execution, technical design review, fabrication, and project management of custom glovebox assemblies and integrated systems. Acting as the primary bridge between design engineering, shop production, and project execution, you will oversee project schedules, budgets, material procurement, and fabrication workflows.

• Shop Floor Integration & Support: Build work packages for production, collaborate daily with shop craft personnel (welders, fabricators, assemblers), and resolve hands-on manufacturing or fit-up issues.
• Design & Mechanical Engineering: Review and support 2D/3D CAD models (SolidWorks/AutoCAD), structural/piping layouts, and work packages
• Project Management & Schedule Control: Develop project timelines,monitor milestones, manage project risks, track fabrication hours, andallocate resources to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
• Supply Chain & Vendor Coordination: Coordinate with vendors tospecify, quote, and procure materials, component parts, and specializedglovebox hardware to support active fabrication projects.
• Testing & Quality Assurance: Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), leak testing, and system commissioning. Ensure all buildscomply with customer specifications, QA programs, and industry safetystandards.

Requirements and Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline
• Experience: 3+ years of experience in project engineering, mechanical design, project management, or hands-on custom equipment fabrication
• Fabrication Acumen: Direct experience or high comfort level working in a fabrication, shop, or manufacturing environment (stainless steel, structural weldments, piping/tubing systems)
• Project Skills: Demonstrated ability to manage timelines, perform basic engineering/cost evaluations, track project budgets, and adapt through scope changes

Additional Requirements

Must be a US Citizen

All candidates must be able to pass a drug test, pre-employment physical, and background investigation.

High awareness of safe working practices and procedures.

Job Type: Full-time, salaried, exempt. Competitive salary based on experience and skill level.

AVANTech LLC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.