Project Engineer

Syner-G • Raleigh, NC

8d • Remote

About The Position

Syner-G is seeking a Project Engineer to support the technical planning, coordination, and execution of capital projects across facility, infrastructure, and construction initiatives. The role provides engineering support, field coordination, technical documentation management, and problem-solving to help ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with program objectives. The Project Engineer works with project managers, construction teams, design engineers, procurement, operations, and client stakeholders to support design reviews, technical evaluations, field activities, and project controls. Syner-G is seeking qualified candidates for its talent pipeline for future client engagements; travel to client sites may be required based on project demands and client expectations.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and 1–3 years of experience supporting capital or construction projects, facility upgrades, or engineering design efforts. Experience in regulated or complex environments is preferred. The role calls for technical and analytical skills, familiarity with engineering design and construction coordination, proficiency with engineering and project management tools, strong communication and organizational abilities, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and support field issue resolution.

The work environment is typically an indoor office with moderate noise, temperate conditions, and bright lighting. Physical duties include regular computer use, reaching, talking and listening; frequent walking and sitting; occasional standing, stooping, or kneeling; and frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Syner-G describes its total rewards program as including market-competitive base salary, an annual incentive plan, benefits, recognition and career development opportunities, flexible paid time off, company-paid holidays, flexible working hours, and fully remote work options for most positions. The company also has offices in Greater Boston, San Diego, Boulder, and India. Syner-G is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering in mechanical, electrical, chemical, civil, industrial, or a related discipline.
• 1–3 years of experience supporting capital projects, construction projects, facility upgrades, or engineering design efforts.
• Familiarity with engineering design processes, construction coordination, technical documentation, and field engineering activities.
• Experience collaborating with design engineers, construction teams, procurement, operations, and safety personnel.
• Strong technical and analytical skills, including the ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Proficiency with engineering and project management tools, CAD viewers, and standard office software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, including the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to support field issue resolution.
• Ability to build working relationships with clients, contractors, and cross-functional partners.

Nice To Haves

• EIT certification or progress toward professional licensure.
• Experience in regulated or complex environments such as biotech, pharmaceutical, industrial, or advanced manufacturing.
• Exposure to project phases such as design development, procurement, construction, commissioning, or turnover.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering and technical activities across capital projects, aligning work with project requirements, design intent, and construction execution plans.
• Assist with reviews of design drawings, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and technical documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Support field engineering activities, including site walks, construction coordination, equipment verification, and issue resolution.
• Help maintain project schedules by tracking engineering deliverables, construction progress, and technical dependencies.
• Assist with project controls, including cost tracking, quantity verification, procurement coordination, and change documentation.
• Coordinate with design firms, contractors, vendors, and internal teams to resolve technical questions and issues in a timely manner.
• Prepare engineering logs, meeting minutes, action items, and technical reports.
• Support commissioning and turnover, including punch-list development, equipment-testing coordination, and documentation review.
• Assist with risk identification, issue tracking, and mitigation planning.
• Help ensure project activities comply with applicable codes, standards, and internal procedures.
• Support development of project documentation, including work plans, technical summaries, and engineering packages.
• Provide general engineering and project support to project managers and senior engineers.

Benefits

• Market-competitive base salary and annual incentive plan.
• Robust benefit offerings.
• Generous flexible paid time off program.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Flexible working hours.
• Fully remote work options for most positions and the ability to work “almost anywhere.”
• Ongoing recognition and career development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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