Project Engineer Academy

Baker Electric • Escondido, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an on-site role based in Escondido, CA. The Project Engineer I
- Training role offers an entry-level, hands-on opportunity for candidates to build a career in construction project management. Under the guidance of experienced team members, you’ll develop the administrative and technical skills needed to support projects from start to finish. You’ll be part of the Project Academy of Construction Excellence (PACE), a structured two-year training program featuring rotations in Estimating, Office Project Engineering, and Field Project Engineering. Through real-world experience, you’ll gain exposure to preconstruction, project execution, software tools, documentation, and vendor coordination.

Requirements

• Entry-level position
• Willingness to develop administrative and technical skills
• Ability to support projects from start to finish
• Exposure to preconstruction, project execution, software tools, documentation, and vendor coordination
• Familiarity with Procore is a plus
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings (single-line, lighting, switchgear)
• Understanding of RFI and submittal processes
• Experience with change orders and project closeout activities

Nice To Haves

• Experience in construction project management
• Familiarity with Procore
• Knowledge of electrical drawings
• Understanding of RFI and submittal processes
• Experience with change orders and project closeout activities

Responsibilities

• Support project teams with coordination, documentation, and data entry
• Assist with job setup, file organization, and project tracking systems (Procore)
• Help prepare subcontracts, purchase orders, and project documentation
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and field teams
• Assist with project scheduling, permitting, and compliance tasks
• Learn to read and interpret electrical drawings (single-line, lighting, switchgear)
• Support the RFI and submittal process, ensuring accuracy and timely follow-up
• Assist with change orders and project closeout (punch list) activities
• Provide timely updates and respond to project-related requests

What This Job Offers

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