Project Engineer Mechanical/Plumbing Design

MSA Professional Services, Inc. • Madison, WI

19h • $79,000 - $126,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

MSA is seeking a Project Engineer - Mechanical to join our team in Madison, Milwaukee, Appleton or Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. In this role, you will lead and support the planning, design, and construction of municipal infrastructure projects that help communities operate safely, efficiently, and sustainably. You will work closely with project managers, municipal clients, technical staff, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions for the communities we serve. MSA Professional Services is 100% employee-owned, meaning every employee has a direct stake in the success of the company. This ownership mindset drives our collaborative culture, long-term thinking, and commitment to delivering high-quality work for the communities we serve. Come join the ownership team at MSA!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited program in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• 4+ years of relevant post-graduate engineering experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or ability to acquire
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, standards, and practices related to municipal infrastructure design
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, GIS, CADD, BIM, and relevant modeling or analysis software
• Strong technical writing, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lead project components, coordinate multidisciplinary work, and integrate input from multiple stakeholders
• Strong organization and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple project demands
• Ability to monitor scope, schedule, and budget and proactively identify project needs or concerns
• Effective mentoring skills and a commitment to quality, accountability, and continuous improvement
• The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future. MSA is unable to provide or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with municipal infrastructure, public works, or community development projects preferred
• Experience supporting projects through planning, design, bidding, and construction preferred
• Wisconsin PE license preferred; multi-state licensure may be beneficial depending on project assignments

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and development of municipal infrastructure projects from concept through construction with a focus on water resources
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, studies, reports, design documentation, and construction documents
• Support projects involving community infrastructure such as streets, utilities, drainage, site improvements, and related public works systems
• Develop construction specifications, cost estimates, and schedules with a focus on accuracy, constructability, and client needs
• Manage assigned project components with minimal oversight while monitoring scope, schedule, and budget
• Coordinate work with project managers, municipal clients, internal technical teams, and external partners
• Review work completed by junior engineers, designers, and technicians to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with project goals
• Support QA/QC processes and take ownership of technical accuracy across assigned deliverables
• Conduct field investigations, site visits, and construction observations to verify existing conditions and support project design
• Review construction progress, document observations, and help resolve technical challenges in the field
• Confirm that work aligns with plans, specifications, applicable standards, and community expectations
• Serve as a client contact for assigned tasks or projects, communicating updates with professionalism and sound judgment
• Lead or co-lead project meetings related to technical updates, deliverables, schedules, and project needs
• Maintain consistent communication with Project Managers and Team Leaders regarding workload, budgets, schedules, and staffing needs
• Mentor junior staff by reviewing work, providing feedback, and supporting their professional growth

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – As a 100% employee-owned company, eligible employees receive company shares at no cost
• Flex Time: Work 42 hours this week? Have 2 hours added to your Flex Time balance to use as time off in the future
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Generous employer match that is immediately 100% vested
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for employees and eligible dependents
• Paid Time Off – Minimum of 17 days in the first year
• Paid Holidays – 8 holidays annually
• Paid Parental Leave – regardless of birth parent
• Employer-Paid Insurance – Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP) – Annual performance-based bonus opportunity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level