Project Engineer - Relocation to Northern California Required

Clark Pacific; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation, paid weekly

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Medical FSA

Dependent Care FSA

Employer-paid life insurance

Voluntary ancillary benefits

401k matching

Job summary

Clark Pacific is seeking an entry-level Project Engineer to support the design, fabrication, and installation of architectural and structural building systems. This on-site role, based in West Sacramento or Woodland, CA, is ideal for recent graduates or engineers with 0–2 years of experience, offering exposure to design, manufacturing, and field operations within a design-build environment.

Relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil, Mechanical, or related Engineering field.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience (internships preferred).
• EIT certification preferred or in progress.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work onsite and travel 25–30% to jobsites.

Responsibilities

• Support design phase drawings, design coordination, and reinforcement/miscellaneous metal drawings.
• Assist with manufacturing-related activities, including shop drawings review and material coordination.
• Participate in field activities such as crane studies and erection planning.
• Support project documentation, scheduling, and quality control processes.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and field operations.
• Assist with issue identification and cross-discipline coordination.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Organization

Travel readiness

On-site work

Education

BS in Civil/Mechanical Engineering

0–2 years experience

EIT certification preferred or in progress

Job description

At Clark Pacific, the Project Engineer supports the successful design, fabrication, and installation of architectural and structural building systems. Working as part of an integrated team within a specific business unit, this entry-level role applies engineering fundamentals, problem-solving, and communication skills across all levels of the organization.

This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career engineers (0–2 years) looking to gain exposure across design, manufacturing, and field operations within a design-build environment.

This role is an 100% on-site position in West Sacramento or Woodland, CA.

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates on a case-by-case basis.

Competitive Compensation Range

$85,000 - $110,000 annually, depending on experience + bonus

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Support activities pertaining to the Design Phase, including submittal drawings, design coordination, and assisting with reinforcement and miscellaneous metal drawings
• Assist with manufacturing-related activities, including reviewing shop drawings, supporting production processes, and coordinating material needs
• Participate in field-related activities such as assisting with crane studies, erection planning, and coordination with field teams
• Support project documentation, scheduling, and quality control processes
• Collaborate with internal teams including engineering, manufacturing, and field operations
• Assist with issue identification, problem-solving, and coordination across disciplines

Education & Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering field required
• 0–2 years of relevant experience (internship experience preferred)
• EIT certification preferred or in progress
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to work onsite and travel to jobsites as needed (expected 25-30%)

Additional Information

• Precast experience is not required – training will be provided
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle
• Clear path for growth into Assistant Project Manager and beyond

Core Values

• Determination: Meet challenges head on
• Innovation: Always look for better
• Well-Being: Seek the success, health, and happiness of all

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, including Kaiser and VSP options
• Medical FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Voluntary ancillary benefits including Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Whole Life Insurance
• 401k matching: 100 percent of the first 3 percent, then 50 percent of the next 2 percent

Benefits are subject to a waiting period.

Must be eligible to work in the US we DO NOT provide any sort of Sponsorship.

Clark Pacific is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities