Project Engineer 5 years

Coffman Engineers Inc.; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Coffman Engineers Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to join the Anchorage office. The candidate will need over 5 years of experience in project management and engineering, especially in oil & gas, LNG, and power generation. Responsibilities include supporting project execution, developing scopes, and coordinating engineering teams. A bachelor's degree in engineering and familiarity with multidisciplinary projects are essential. The role offers a comprehensive salary and benefits package, including flexible PTO and family-friendly policies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in energy, industrial, oil & gas, LNG, or power generation projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Alaska preferred.
• Familiarity with multidisciplinary engineering coordination.

Responsibilities

• Support project management and engineering execution for various facilities.
• Assist with development of project scopes and execution plans.
• Coordinate with engineering teams and external vendors.

Skills

Project management

Design engineering

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Summary

Coffman Engineers is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Anchorage office and support a growing portfolio of energy and industrial projects across Alaska and the Lower 48. The successful candidate will be a self‑motivated, energetic team player with 5+ years of project management, design, and engineering experience in oil & gas, LNG, power generation, battery energy storage systems (BESS), hydrogen, carbon management, and industrial infrastructure projects. The role offers direct involvement in project execution from early planning and feasibility through detailed design and construction support.

Key Responsibilities

• Support project management and engineering execution for energy and industrial projects, including oil & gas production facilities, LNG infrastructure, power generation, hydrogen, BESS, and related facilities.
• Assist with development of project scopes, execution plans, cost estimates, schedules, and technical deliverables.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation) and external vendors.
• Participate in design reviews, constructability reviews, and technical problem‑solving throughout project development and construction.
• Support preparation and review of engineering documents, including:
  • Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
  • Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
  • Site plans, foundation plans, and structural details
  • Electrical one‑lines and equipment layouts
  • Specifications, basis of design documents, and bills of material
• Interface directly with clients, contractors, and stakeholders under the guidance of senior project managers.
• Provide construction‑phase engineering support, including RFI responses, field coordination, and issue resolution.
• Support proposal development, feasibility studies, and business development efforts as experience grows.
• Travel to project sites and other Coffman offices as needed (typically less than 25%).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline).
• 5+ years of experience supporting energy, industrial, oil & gas, LNG, power generation, or related infrastructure projects.
• Exposure to project engineering or project management functions in industrial or energy markets.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Alaska preferred (or ability to obtain).
• Familiarity with multidisciplinary engineering coordination and industrial design processes.
• Experience with cost estimating, scheduling, and total installed cost development is a plus.
• Experience with front‑end engineering, feasibility studies, or construction support is desirable.
• Proficiency with common engineering and project tools (e.g., MS Project, Excel, Word).

Desired Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a practical, solutions‑oriented mindset.
• Interest in developing broad‑based experience across multiple energy technologies and project phases.
• Desire to grow into increased technical responsibility, project leadership, and project management roles.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment while progressively managing independent tasks.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills suited for client‑facing and technical environments.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Benefits

Coffman Engineers offers an excellent salary and benefits package, including a flexible PTO program and family‑friendly policies. Our Anchorage office is located in the heart of midtown, close to restaurants, trails, shopping, and conveniences.

This position is direct with Coffman Engineers – we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.