Structural Project Engineer — Steel Fabrication

Socket.dev; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Waukegan Steel in Illinois is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Project Management team through the full project lifecycle, from kickoff to closeout. You will help with scheduling, coordination, submittals, shop drawings, and change management.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to build a career in structural steel fabrication and construction, with strong communication skills and experience reading drawings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in structural or civil engineering is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings/blueprints.
• Familiarity with Procore or similar construction management software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers from project award through closeout.
• Assist with project scheduling, coordination, and execution activities.
• Coordinate and track shop drawing submissions and approvals.
• Process and track submittals, RFIs, change orders, and project documentation.
• Assist with project billing and support AIA billing processes (G702/G703).
• Coordinate with customers, architects, engineers, detailers, vendors, and field personnel.
• Monitor project milestones, deliverables, and schedules.
• Support field measuring, site visits, and project closeout activities as needed.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

Reading blueprints/drawings

Organization & multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Structural/Civil Engineering

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Office

Job description

Waukegan Steel in Illinois is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Project Management team through the full project lifecycle, from kickoff to closeout. You will help with scheduling, coordination, submittals, shop drawings, and change management.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to build a career in structural steel fabrication and construction, with strong communication skills and experience reading drawings.