Project Engineer I

Sunbelt Controls•Phoenix, AZ

12d•$73,000 - $96,000

About The Position

Under general supervision from the Project Manager, the Project Engineer I independently manages the on- and off-site execution of daily project requirements and activities while responding flexibly to customer demands. The role may include field engineering, programming, and commissioning using preferred approach standards, as well as responsibility for project cost and budget allocations. The employee balances project requirements and financial goals while maintaining high customer satisfaction. The position supports building automation controls projects through design documentation, field coordination, procurement, commissioning oversight, project scheduling, and closeout documentation. It requires collaboration with project teams, customers, and other trades, along with effective communication, independent ownership of assigned work, and adherence to safety and training requirements. Work may take place on construction sites, where the employee must navigate site conditions and follow applicable safety policies.

Requirements

Strong mechanical aptitude and any technical school training.
A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Construction Management is preferred, and/or 2–5 years of related work and engineering experience in the Controls or Construction Industry.
Ability to read construction blueprints and electrical schematics.
Working knowledge of MS Office, Windows, file structures, AutoCAD, and VISIO.
Highly organized, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks to meet schedules set by Sunbelt leadership.
Ability to work independently and autonomously and take ownership of assigned tasks and project requirements.
Valid California driver’s license.
Ability to perform work that supports high customer satisfaction and high-quality deliverables.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including sitting and standing, operating a computer keyboard and telephone, talking and hearing, lifting and moving materials, climbing ladders, and navigating construction sites while following safety requirements.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally, exert up to 20 pounds of force frequently and up to 10 pounds constantly, and climb ladders frequently.

Nice To Haves

Basic TCP/IP network structure knowledge and web navigation are desired.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Construction Management is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop technical and product knowledge relevant to the business and assigned projects.
Produce controls system design drawings, sequences of operations, and submittals for lower-level control systems, and support Senior Level Design Engineers on mid-level control systems as needed.
Research and select control system peripherals and end devices.
Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications to ensure scope compliance.
Collaborate with project team members to identify additional customer options, including energy efficiency, equipment interface, and value engineering.
Develop and maintain internal project construction schedules for the company’s scope of work, using third-party software such as MS Project as required.
Manage, support, and oversee third-party commissioning requirements on assigned projects.
Manage material procurement and coordinate shipments to project sites and/or other trades.
Modify previously produced controls designs to reflect field changes and prepare as-built drawings.
Generate Operation & Maintenance manuals at project closeout as needed, and/or transition final project documentation to Engineering for processing.
Manage time and cost budgets for assigned project tasks.
Communicate project problems, obstacles, issues, and field information needs to other project team members; submit daily and/or weekly work summaries to project leadership.
Manage weekly time allocations across assigned projects and submit individual timesheets on time.
Practice safe work habits and participate in office and project-specific safety programs.
Attend and successfully complete OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 safety training classes.
Take responsibility for completing assigned formal training and development plans.
Participate in ongoing personal development processes and build the product and systems knowledge required by the business.