Project Engineer

CFS; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Project Engineer for Mechanical / Advanced Technology Projects in Santa Clara, CA. You will work on cleanroom HVAC, process piping, and specialty utility systems, coordinating with PMs, field leadership, vendors, and clients through the full project lifecycle.

The role emphasizes hands‑on construction exposure, early responsibility in design‑build environments, and growth into technical leadership with long‑term career potential.

Qualifications

• Requires a degree or equivalent industry experience.
• 2–5 years of mechanical construction experience or related technical role.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, specifications, P&IDs and coordination documents.
• Experience with project coordination, procurement, scheduling, and document control.

Responsibilities

• Support project coordination, procurement, scheduling, cost tracking, and project documentation.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, and vendor documentation for coordination and constructability.
• Assist with RFIs, change orders, meeting documentation, and project communications.
• Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and general contractors to resolve project issues.
• Track equipment procurement, material deliveries, fabrication progress, and installation readiness.
• Support commissioning, startup activities, closeout documentation, and warranty turnover.

Skills

Reading drawings

Project coordination

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Excel

Teams

Construction management software

Job description

Looking to accelerate your career in mechanical construction and advanced technology projects? Join a team where you'll gain hands‑on experience with cutting‑edge cleanroom, semiconductor, process utility, and high‑tech facility projects while building a path toward future project leadership.

Project Engineer – Mechanical / Advanced Technology Projects

Salary:$100,000–$125,000

Onsite: Santa Clara, California

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Gain exposure to complex mechanical systems, including cleanroom HVAC, process piping, process exhaust, and specialty utility systems.
• Work on advanced technology, semiconductor, life science, and mission‑critical facility projects that expand your technical expertise.
• Collaborate directly with Project Managers, field leadership, engineers, vendors, and clients throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Develop practical experience across preconstruction, procurement, field coordination, commissioning, and project closeout activities.
• Build both technical and project management skills in a fast‑paced design‑build environment.
• Receive hands‑on exposure to real‑world construction execution while working alongside experienced industry professionals.
• Strengthen your knowledge of advanced mechanical systems beyond traditional HVAC applications.
• Join a role designed for long‑term growth into project management and technical leadership positions.

Key Responsibilities For The Project Engineer

• Support project coordination, procurement, scheduling, cost tracking, and project documentation.
• Review drawings, specifications, submittals, and vendor documentation for coordination and constructability.
• Assist with RFIs, change orders, meeting documentation, and project communications.
• Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and general contractors to resolve project issues.
• Track equipment procurement, material deliveries, fabrication progress, and installation readiness.
• Support commissioning, startup activities, closeout documentation, and warranty turnover.

Qualifications For The Project Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.
• 2–5 years of experience in mechanical construction, engineering, project coordination, or a related technical role.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, P&IDs, and coordination documents.
• Experience with Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, Excel, Teams, and construction management software.

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