Project Engineer - Electrical Package

MWH • Gresham, OR

6d • Onsite

About The Position

MWH is currently seeking a qualified Project Engineer to support the electrical scope of work on a critical water treatment plant construction project in Gresham, Oregon. Position Summary The Project Engineer Electrical supports the planning, coordination, and execution of a defined electrical construction package on a water treatment plant (WTP) project. This role focuses on electrical power distribution, process electrical systems, instrumentation and controls coordination, and commissioning support critical to treatment plant operations. This position is intended for professionals with 26 years of experience in electrical construction within water/wastewater, industrial, or process facility environments.

Requirements

• 2-6 years of Project Engineer or Field Engineer experience
• Experience supporting electrical scopes on water or wastewater facilities
• Ability to read electrical drawings, one-lines and control diagrams

Responsibilities

• Manage package-specific electrical documentation including RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, test reports, O&M manuals, and as-built drawings
• Coordinate with electrical engineers, process engineers, controls integrators, and inspectors to resolve design, constructability, and sequencing issues
• Track approvals and ensure timely distribution of electrical documentation to field teams
• Support the Superintendent with daily coordination of electrical subcontractors and plant work areas
• Assist with inspections, installation verification, and electrical testing activities
• Participate in site walks, pre-task planning, and electrical work sequencing discussions
• Support plant tie-ins, outages, and coordination with owner operations staff
• Assist with cost tracking, forecasting, and budget control for electrical scopes
• Support procurement of electrical equipment, including switchgear, MCCs, VFDs, instrumentation, and cabling
• Track long-lead equipment and coordinate delivery, storage, and installation schedules
• Assist with subcontractor change management, pricing reviews, and invoice processing

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits, including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed