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Job Description
Project Engineer (Commercial Electrical) Workforce Recruiter Milford, CT Job Details Full-time $75,000 - $95,000 a year 13 hours ago Benefits Fuel card Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Career development plan Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Retirement plan Qualifications Project engineering Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Managing projects in an engineering role Managing electrical projects Electrical work Electrical work permitting OSHA 30 Bachelor's degree Commercial construction Organizational skills Microsoft Teams Project engineer experience Construction stakeholder communication Public permit project coordination Construction submittals Commercial building projects Full Job Description Our client is a well-established mid-sized commercial electrical contractor based in Milford, CT, with over 20 years of experience serving commercial, institutional, and industrial clients. Their work spans multi-residential housing, commercial and industrial facilities, healthcare, educational facilities, retail, and more.
Job Summary:
The Project Engineer supports project delivery from contract award through closeout by driving permitting, design/engineering coordination, material ordering, submittals, utility interconnection, and final documentation. This role serves as the operational engine behind project execution and ensures Project Managers receive a complete, organized, construction-ready handoff package. The ideal candidate is highly organized, technically curious, and comfortable owning the details that keep projects moving on schedule.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead project kickoff activities from contract award through mobilization, including tracking permits, design/engineering, and material ordering Manage handoff to Project Managers with a complete, organized package (drawings, permits, submittals, schedule, contacts, and open items) Prepare, submit, and track submittals including shop drawings, product data, manufacturer qualifications, and warranty documentation Support system design for solar projects using Helioscope, SolarEdge Designer, and related tools; partner with Sales on proposal-stage layouts and refine into construction-ready documentation Drive the utility interconnection process from application through permission to operate (PTO) Build project-specific safety plans aligned with the company safety program and OSHA standards Run project closeouts including as-builts, O&M manuals, warranties, lien waivers, and final inspections Maintain organized SOP folders and project files with clear, consistent labeling and documentation control from project start through completion
Requirements:
2+ years of experience in a project engineer, project coordinator, or assistant project manager role within electrical, solar, or commercial construction Working knowledge of permitting, utility interconnection, and submittal processes Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Teams); experience with project management software (Smartsheet a plus) Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills for coordination with customers, AHJs, utilities, and field crews Experience with Helioscope, SolarEdge Designer, AutoCAD, or Bluebeam preferred OSHA 30 certification preferred Bachelor's degree preferred
Benefits:
Why join this company?
Competitive base salary:
$75,000-$95,000 (negotiable based on experience) Health, vision, and dental insurance (through union) Paid holidays Paid time off Company vehicle and gas card 401(k) with company match Career growth and advancement opportunities Apply today! A recruiter will contact all qualified candidates.
Pay:
$75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
project engineer or project coordinator: 2 years (Required) electrical, solar, or commercial construction: 2 years (Required) Ability to
