Project Engineer

Big Rocks Engineering; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Contracts & Engineering Project Coordinator to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to manage contracts, ensure compliance with regulations, and support exceptional engineering and manufacturing services. You will be at the forefront of business development, collaborating with internal teams and engaging with customers while navigating government procurement processes. This hybrid position allows for flexibility, and you will have the chance to grow within a company that values innovation and excellence. If you're organized, tech-savvy, and passionate about engineering, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or RFQ processes.
• Comfortable communicating with customers and vendors.
• Bonus: Technical background or engineering education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage RFQs and coordinate quotes from multiple entities.
• Research new business opportunities via government portals.
• Support technical product development and customer engagement.

Skills

Manufacturing Experience

Government Contracting Knowledge

Project Coordination

Communication Skills

Data Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

DIBBS

SAM.gov

3D CAD Software

Job description

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Company Overview

Big Rocks Engineering is a leading firm specializing in engineering, manufacturing solutions, and project management. We are committed to delivering high-quality services, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and fostering strong client partnerships.

Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Contract Coordinator to join our team at Big Rocks Engineering. This role involves managing contracts and ensuring compliance with customer acquisition regulations. Your expertise will support our mission to deliver exceptional engineering and manufacturing services.

Job Description:

Job Title: Contracts & Engineering Project Coordinator

Location: Hybrid – Based in/around St. Louis, MO or Columbia, MO with up to 25% Travel

Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours/week

About the Role:

We seek a proactive Contracts & Engineering Project Coordinator to support our growing operations. Responsibilities include managing RFQs, supporting technical product planning, coordinating quotes, identifying new business opportunities through government portals, and communicating with customers and our business development team. The ideal candidate is organized, tech-savvy, and understands engineering fundamentals and federal contracting processes, with customer-facing experience.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Receive and disseminate RFQs to internal teams or sister companies.
2. Consolidate quotes from multiple entities and compile customer quote packages.
3. Identify suppliers and external service providers; gather and manage external quotes.
4. Follow up on submitted quotes to ensure timely delivery.
5. Research and identify new business opportunities via DIBBS, SAM.gov, SBIRs, and Broad Agency Announcements.
6. Collaborate with lead generation to pursue high-value opportunities requiring multiple capabilities.
7. Engage with customers on business development projects and participate in events like trade shows.
8. Support technical product development, including defining plans, generating 3D CAD models, organizing testing, and supporting prototypes and first article submissions.

Requirements:

• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, government contracting, or RFQ processes.
• Comfortable communicating with customers and vendors.
• Familiar with government procurement platforms like DIBBS and SAM.gov.
• Strong project coordination and communication skills.
• Ability to manage data, quotes, and relationships with suppliers/vendors.
• Bonus: Technical background or engineering education/experience; Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred.
• Flexible hybrid schedule.
• Opportunities for growth across multiple companies.
• Exposure to government projects and product development.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• St. Louis, MO 63111 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Relocate to St. Louis, MO 63111 before starting (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in St. Louis, MO 63111

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Design Services