Project Engineer

•TI

Santa Clara, CA

Full-TimeOn-Site$80,000

•$110,000 /yr

Posted October 09, 2026

Job Title:

Project Engineer

•TI Construction

Job Location:

Santa Clara, CA

Base Salary:

$80K

•110K

Requirements:

3+ Years of tenant Improvement experience on construction related projects.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Project Engineer to support design, construction and commissioning of Tenant Improvement (TI), life science, medical and laboratory projects with a focus on clean rooms and MEP systems. The Project Engineer will coordinate technical design, review

MEP/HVAC

systems, support OSHPD and other healthcare compliance when applicable, and work closely with project managers, contractors and owners to deliver projects on schedule, within budget and to specification.

Key Responsibilities:

Support project managers by preparing and reviewing construction documents, submittals, shop drawings and technical specifications for TI, lab, medical and clean room projects.

Coordinate MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) and HVAC design details with architects, engineers and contractors to ensure constructability and code compliance.

Perform technical reviews for equipment selections, ductwork/piping layouts, controls and instrumentation and ensure integration with lab/medical systems.

Manage RFIs, ASIs, change orders and field clarifications and maintain accurate project documentation and logs.

Participate in site visits, construction observation and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) activities; report progress, identify issues and follow through on corrective actions.

Support testing, balancing, commissioning and validation activities for HVAC, filtration and clean room systems; assist with preparation of commissioning plans and turnover documentation.

Coordinate with regulatory authorities and review compliance requirements for OSHPD (where applicable), healthcare and life science standards and building codes.

Work with vendors and subcontractors to obtain equipment data, lead times and coordinate installation sequencing to meet project schedules.

Utilize BIM/3D models and construction coordination tools to detect clashes and improve installation efficiency; support coordination meetings and issue resolution.

Contribute to cost tracking, schedule updates and risk identification; propose mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.

Communicate regularly with clients and project teams, prepare progress reports and support closeout activities including as-built documentation, O&M manuals and warranties.

Qualifications:

: Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management or related technical discipline.

3+ years of hands-on project engineering experience on TI, laboratory, life science or medical facility projects; experience with clean room projects strongly preferred.

Solid understanding of MEP systems and HVAC design, air change and filtration requirements for labs and clean rooms (ISO classifications), and experience with testing and commissioning.

Familiarity with OSHPD processes, healthcare codes (NFPA, IBC, California regulations where applicable) and life science/medical facility compliance requirements.

Experience working with designers, contractors and vendors on shop drawings, submittals, RFIs and change management.

Proficiency with AutoCAD/Revit, BIM coordination tools (Navisworks or similar), MS Project or Primavera, and common project collaboration platforms (Bluebeam, Procore, etc.).

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly to clients and construction teams.

Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment; strong problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

PE, EIT, CxA, PMP or LEED accreditation; prior experience in medical device manufacturing, pharmaceutical or life sciences facilities; knowledge of clean room validation and GMP practices. Benefits Medical Vision

Dental 401(K)

Bonus

And More! For this position you must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor for this position. Preferred Skills

TIProject EngineerLife ScienceMedicalLabClean Room

HVACOSHPDMEP

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Job ID:

CP14-1999243

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