Industrial Project Engineer

Invictus Strategy & Solutions•Sweetwater, TX

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Invictus is seeking a Project Engineer to support the turnkey design, procurement, installation, integration, commissioning, and turnover of a 42,000-ton central chiller plant in Central Texas. This is a hand on, field focused role that works closely with construction teams, vendors, and commissioning agents to ensure systems are properly installed, integrated, tested, and brought online in accordance with design intent and performance requirements. This role is not limited to coordination or oversight. The Project Engineer will be actively involved in resolving field issues, supporting system integration across mechanical, electrical, and controls scopes, and participating directly in startup and commissioning activities. The ideal candidate brings a practical approach to project execution, with the ability to move between design documentation and real-world field conditions, while maintaining strong ownership of deliverables and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related discipline
Two to five years of experience supporting design build or turnkey mechanical infrastructure projects
Demonstrated experience working in the field on installation, integration, or commissioning activities
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and apply them in real world field conditions
Comfortable working on site daily in an active construction environment
This role is intended for engineers who are actively involved in field execution and system integration. Candidates primarily focused on high level project management or delegation will not be a fit for this position.

Nice To Haves

Experience with central chiller plants, chilled water systems, or large HVAC infrastructure preferred
Hands on experience supporting system startup, troubleshooting, or commissioning activities strongly preferred
Experience supporting district cooling, data centers, campuses, or utility scale plants
Familiarity with commissioning processes and performance-based acceptance criteria
Knowledge of ASHRAE standards, Texas codes, and industry best practices
EIT certification or progress toward Professional Engineer licensure

Responsibilities

Actively support field level integration of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems
Work directly with field teams to resolve installation issues, clashes, and sequencing challenges in real time
Verify that installed systems align with design intent and operational requirements
Support coordination, but with direct involvement in execution and validation of work
Review drawings and specifications with a focus on constructability and system integration
Support resolution of RFIs with an emphasis on practical, field driven solutions
Assist with system level troubleshooting during installation and startup
Validate equipment installation, system connections, and integration points
Track equipment delivery and ensure readiness for installation and startup
Support vendor coordination during equipment installation and startup activities
Review submittals with attention to how equipment will function within the overall system
Maintain a consistent on site presence supporting daily field execution
Participate in site walks, inspections, and quality verification with a focus on installed work
Assist with installation sequencing and coordination to maintain schedule and reduce rework
Actively support pre functional and functional testing activities
Participate in system startup, troubleshooting, and performance validation
Work directly with commissioning agents and vendors to resolve deficiencies
Support integrated systems testing to ensure full plant functionality
Support development of turnover documentation including as built drawings and O and M materials
Assist in validating system readiness for owner turnover
Support training efforts with a clear understanding of system operation