Project Engineer - Energy Infrastructure

Placements24; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Vehicle allowance

PMP certification

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Project Engineer to manage energy infrastructure projects in the Randburg area. You will oversee planning, design, procurement, and construction, ensuring delivery on time and within budget, while collaborating with cross-functional teams, contractors, and stakeholders.

With 5+ years in project engineering or management, you will drive project scopes, schedules, and cost control, using MS Project to monitor progress and mitigate risks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in project engineering or management, focused on energy or infrastructure.
• Experience in planning, scheduling, and cost control.
• Familiar with MS Project.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of assigned energy infrastructure projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop project scopes, plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines, contractors, and suppliers.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure projects comply with technical specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare project documentation and reports for stakeholders and senior management.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Budgeting & cost control

MS Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Our client is seeking a skilled Project Engineer to manage and execute key projects related to energy infrastructure development in the Randburg area. This role involves overseeing the planning, design, procurement, and construction phases of various energy projects, ensuring successful delivery on time and within budget. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, contractors, and stakeholders to achieve project objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically adept engineer to contribute to the growth and modernization of our energy supply network.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of assigned energy infrastructure projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop project scopes, plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines, contractors, and suppliers.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure projects comply with technical specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare project documentation and reports for stakeholders and senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in project engineering or management, with a focus on energy or infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in project planning, scheduling, and cost control.
• Familiarity with project management software (e.g., MS Project).
• Strong understanding of engineering principles relevant to energy infrastructure.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Company‑provided vehicle or travel allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development and PMP certification.
• A role in shaping the future of energy infrastructure development.