Project Engineer

We are a family-oriented Midwest and East coast based company; with locations in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. As a result of our growth, we have a need for a Project Engineer.

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer with a strong background in water and wastewater systems to manage and execute projects focused on improving water treatment, wastewater management, and infrastructure development. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth technical knowledge, excellent project management skills, and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.

Our mission is to help customers succeed. To achieve our mission, we’ve instilled a culture and environment that encourages new ideas, promotes experimentation, and inspires innovation. Crane Engineering team members impact the organization’s success and are recognized for creating “WOW!” customer experiences.

What You Get To Do

Project Management:

Lead and manage water and wastewater projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring all phases are delivered according to specifications, within budget, and on schedule.

Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets, and report project status to stakeholders.

Coordinate with internal and external teams, including contractors, regulatory bodies, and vendors, to ensure timely and efficient project execution.

Ensure compliance with environmental, health, safety, and quality standards, as well as all relevant codes, regulations, and standards.

Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Design & Engineering:

Oversee the design of water and wastewater treatment plants, pipelines, pumping stations, and other related infrastructure.

Perform technical analysis, calculations, and modeling for water and wastewater systems to ensure optimal performance and regulatory compliance.

Review engineering designs, drawings, and specifications to ensure alignment with project goals and client requirements.

Assist in selecting equipment and materials for water and wastewater projects, ensuring they meet the technical specifications and industry standards.

Budget & Cost Management:

Prepare cost estimates and budget forecasts for water and wastewater projects.

Track and manage project costs, ensuring the project stays within budget.

Evaluate bids and contracts and provide recommendations for procurement of services and materials.

Quality Control & Assurance:

Implement quality control procedures to ensure the highest standards in engineering design, construction, and commissioning of water and wastewater systems.

Conduct inspections and testing of systems to ensure performance meets required specifications.

Other:

Demonstrates and promotes Crane’s core values (Act with Integrity and Respect, Foster Teamwork, Focus on the Customer, Strive for Excellence and Innovation, Project Passion and Energy and Have Fun).

May perform other duties as assigned.

What We Need From You

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.

Proven experience, a minimum of 5 years’ in engineering roles focused on water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

Experience with design software and tools related to water and wastewater engineering.

Strong understanding of water treatment processes, wastewater treatment processes, and environmental regulations.

Knowledge of relevant industry codes and standards (e.g., AWWA, ASCE, EPA regulations).

Excellent project management and organizational skills with experience handling large-scale projects.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with clients, contractors, and internal teams.

Familiarity with construction and commissioning practices in the water and wastewater industry.

Experience with sustainable and green technologies in water treatment and wastewater management.

Familiarity with cost estimation, contract management, and procurement processes.

Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and hydraulic modeling software.

Working Conditions

Work is generally performed in a typical office environment. The employee is occasionally required to work within the service area which requires personal protective equipment such as eye and foot protection.

We Are Winning When

Our expectations are that team members demonstrate our Core Values.

Integrity & Respect – Work with the highest ethical standards, interact openly and directly, honor our commitments and value diversity of styles, roles and perspectives.

Teamwork – Actively collaborate with others to solve problems and create opportunities. Devote ourselves to the team’s and others’ success.

Customer Focus – Make customers the starting point for everything we do. Understanding what they want and expect from us will enable us to earn their loyalty.

Excellence & Innovation – Continuously elevate our expertise and knowledge to strengthen our competitive advantage; and always look for ways to apply breakthrough ideas.

Passion & Energy – Bring passion and energy to our work so that we are “energy givers”, enabling us to own and pursue objectives in spite of obstacles and adversity.

Fun! – Enjoy what we do and have fun with each other – celebrate a job well done… “25% more fun”.

Benefits and Team Member Perks

Positivity, cohesiveness and celebrating a job well done!

Competitive compensation and benefits structure within a values-driven culture

Work-life balance; generous paid time off program including paid holidays; ability to participate in Flexible Workplace arrangement (if applicable)

Comprehensive health insurance coverage

401k with generous company match

Intuitive health and wellness program that rewards participation

Community involvement and volunteering opportunities

Career advancement through our Career Tracker program

Continuous learning through our talent learning management system – Crane University

Full time position

Apply today and join the team at: https://www.craneengineering.net/careers

Crane Engineering is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Crane Engineering also participates in E-Verify to verify identity and employment eligibility.