Senior Project Engineer - Mechanical / Electrical

Itac; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

401k & ESOP

Life Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development

Wellness Program

Safety Incentive Program

24/7 Chaplain Care

Job summary

ITAC seeks a Project Engineer to support the client's Industrial Gas Turbine division on a multi-year facility expansion project. You will coordinate engineering, design, procurement, and construction activities to meet schedules, budgets, and safety requirements.

Based in Hampton Roads, VA, this full-time contract role lasts 6 months with potential extension. Collaboration with internal and external stakeholders is key, with on-site work at the client site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical discipline.
• 3–5+ years of experience managing or supporting industrial facility, manufacturing, or capital improvement projects.
• Mechanical and/or electrical engineering background with ability to review technical information and coordinate engineering activities.
• Experience coordinating with engineering consultants, contractors, equipment vendors, and construction teams.
• Strong understanding of project execution within an industrial or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of project plans for facility expansion and capital improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, civil, architectural, and construction resources to define project scope, requirements, schedules, and budgets.
• Facilitate engineering reviews and stakeholder meetings.
• Assist with the preparation, review, and coordination of technical specifications, project documentation, and bid packages.
• Coordinate with equipment suppliers and vendors regarding equipment requirements, layouts, installation considerations, and project deliverables.
• Evaluate project risks and develop mitigation strategies to support successful project execution.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, contractor, and construction activities to support project objectives.
• Monitor project scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality performance.
• Serve as a liaison between internal stakeholders, contractors, vendors, and project teams.
• Track project progress and communicate status updates, risks, and key decisions to project stakeholders.
• Support contractor management, procurement activities, field coordination, and construction oversight as required.
• Ensure project deliverables are completed in accordance with project requirements and established timelines.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Project coordination

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Engineering Technology

Job description

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. We also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. Founded in 1988 on a dream and a $5K loan, ITAC is a true success story. From humble beginnings to an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 500 employees operating from 6 offices in Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina, we provide Fortune 500 companies with innovative design-build solutions. We specialize in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals.

ITAC’s purpose is to make life better. For our employees, this means providing them with the resources and flexibility they need to have both a rewarding career and a fulfilling family life. ITAC is 100% employee-owned. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Direct Stock Ownership, every team member has the unique opportunity to be an owner who shares in the company’s growth and earnings. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family.

We hire passionate and motivated people with an innovative mindset and the desire to grow. If the thought of challenging, fast-paced projects excites you, then you’ve come to the right place. At ITAC, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that works hard to make life better. For more information, visit itac.us.com.

This is a seconded position, meaning the selected candidate will be employed by ITAC but work full-time on assignment with one of our clients. While day-to-day responsibilities will be managed on-site with the client, ITAC provides ongoing support, resources, and benefits as your employer. This position is full time contract work anticipated to last for 6 months with the possibility of extension. This position will require that the employee work onsite at the client’s Hampton Roads, VA location.

Overview

The Project Engineer will support the client's Industrial Gas Turbine (IGT) division in the planning, coordination, and execution of a multi-year facility expansion project, including modifications to an existing manufacturing building and the construction of an additional facility extension. The Project Engineer will serve as a key member of the project team, helping to ensure the successful delivery of capital improvement projects while maintaining alignment with project objectives, schedules, budgets, safety requirements, and operational needs.

The Project Engineer is responsible for coordinating engineering, design, procurement, contractor, and construction activities throughout the project lifecycle. This role requires close collaboration with internal stakeholders, engineering disciplines, vendors, contractors, and project team members to support project planning and execution. The Project Engineer will apply sound engineering judgment and project management principles to facilitate effective decision-making and ensure high-quality project outcomes.

The role will involve reviewing engineering deliverables, supporting equipment and facility layout discussions, coordinating technical requirements with vendors, and assisting with the development and review of project specifications. While the position will work closely with engineering and design teams, direct design responsibilities are not anticipated.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of project plans for facility expansion and capital improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, civil, architectural, and construction resources to define project scope, requirements, schedules, and budgets.
• Facilitate engineering reviews and stakeholder meetings.
• Assist with the preparation, review, and coordination of technical specifications, project documentation, and bid packages.
• Coordinate with equipment suppliers and vendors regarding equipment requirements, layouts, installation considerations, and project deliverables.
• Evaluate project risks and develop mitigation strategies to support successful project execution.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, contractor, and construction activities to support project objectives.
• Monitor project scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality performance.
• Serve as a liaison between internal stakeholders, contractors, vendors, and project teams.
• Track project progress and communicate status updates, risks, and key decisions to project stakeholders.
• Support contractor management, procurement activities, field coordination, and construction oversight as required.
• Ensure project deliverables are completed in accordance with project requirements and established timelines.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• 3 to 5+ years of experience managing or supporting industrial facility, manufacturing, or capital improvement projects, with additional experience preferred.
• Mechanical and/or electrical engineering background with the ability to review technical information and coordinate engineering activities.
• Experience coordinating with engineering consultants, contractors, equipment vendors, and construction teams.
• Strong understanding of project execution within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is not required.
• Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills.

From internships to seasoned professionals, our growing company provides career opportunities for all levels of experience. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. For life’s challenges, we also provide our employees and their immediate families with certified chaplains for around-the-clock encouragement and support. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family. ITAC provides benefits such as

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

• 401k & ESOP
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development
• Wellness Program
• Safety Incentive Program
• 24/7 Chaplain Care