Project Engineer

Base Power Company • Austin, TX

18d

About The Position

The Project Engineer is a pivotal technical partner responsible for driving complex capital projects from concept through closeout. Unlike traditional PM roles, this position requires deep technical engagement; you will use your proficiency in AutoCAD and Bluebeam to validate designs and author detailed Project Execution Plans that map out exactly how construction will occur within our high-paced manufacturing environment. You will act as the bridge between engineering theory and operational reality, ensuring projects are delivered safely and with zero disruption to active production lines.
Beyond technical execution, you will own the project's business health, managing the delicate balance of scope, schedule, and budget with rigor. You will work with cross-functional teams of engineers and contractors, serving as the primary problem-solver who anticipates risks before they impact the timeline. This role is designed for a high-bandwidth professional who thrives on accountability and can seamlessly translate complex engineering constraints into clear, actionable strategies for stakeholders.

Requirements

• Technical Agility: You possess a strong engineering foundation (B.S. or equivalent) and the hands-on proficiency in AutoCAD and Bluebeam needed to dive into the details, verify spatial constraints, and troubleshoot design issues in real-time.
• Operational Command: You demonstrate "high organizational bandwidth," with the ability to manage multiple complex workstreams simultaneously while maintaining composure and clarity in a high-pressure manufacturing environment.
• Strategic Communication: You are an expert translator who can articulate complex engineering challenges to non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clients, contractors, and leadership remain aligned on the path forward.
• The "Builder" Mindset: You go beyond theory; you have a practical understanding of constructability and logistics, allowing you to visualize and plan exactly how a project comes together on the shop floor.
• Unwavering Accountability: You take total ownership of your projects—viewing cost, schedule, and safety not as targets to aim for, but as commitments to deliver.

Responsibilities

• Develop Strategic Execution Plans: Create comprehensive Project Execution Plans (PEPs) that define the exact construction sequence, logistics, and phasing required to build complex projects in a high-paced manufacturing environment without disrupting operations.
• Lead Technical Delivery: Direct cross-disciplinary teams (MEP, Civil, Controls) through the full lifecycle, utilizing your proficiency in AutoCAD and Bluebeam to validate designs, markup drawings, and ensure constructability before work begins.
• Master Schedule & Budget: Build and maintain integrated project schedules and cost models, tracking scope, variance, and milestones to ensure the project remains financially healthy and on time.
• Drive Stakeholder Alignment: Serve as the primary bridge between technical engineering requirements and business operations, coordinating seamlessly with clients, general contractors, and internal leadership.
• Mitigate Risk & Ensure Safety: Proactively identify project bottlenecks and execute mitigation strategies while strictly enforcing safety standards, regulatory codes, and quality control procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees