Project Engineer – Facilities and Infrastructure

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Minnesota.

📋 Description

• Oversee the design, construction, and integration of all conventional utility and building systems for a new hypersonic wind tunnel campus.

• Act as the Owner's Representative and main technical advisor to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), supervising the design-build prime contractor’s design and execution of campus buildings and support infrastructure.

• Conduct thorough reviews of contractor-developed architectural, civil, structural, and MEP designs, ensuring adherence to Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) for secure and classified facilities, as well as local building codes in Rosemount, MN.

• Facilitate the resolution of contractor Requests for Information (RFIs) and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) by providing prompt technical recommendations.

• Perform on-site construction surveillance, walk-downs, and safety audits to track construction progress, quality control, and compliance with stringent safety standards.

• Collaborate effectively within a highly matrixed team of mechanical, electrical, aerothermal, controls and instrumentation, and systems engineers, along with program management, program controls, physical security, and cybersecurity professionals.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Architecture, or a closely related field.

• Over 10 years of progressively responsible experience in engineering large-scale industrial, military (MILCON), federal, or research facility construction projects.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a government oversight (SETA) role, Owner's Representative, or similar consultative position.

• Proven capability to conduct comprehensive multidisciplinary design reviews, address complex technical challenges, and manage project phases from initial design to closeout.

• Profound understanding of complex MEP systems, high-capacity utility distribution, and relevant design standards (e.g., UFC, GSA, NASA).

• Familiarity with Minnesota state building codes and standards.

• Demonstrated tactical project management skills with the ability to enforce contractor accountability, manage action plans, and sustain project momentum.

• Exceptional communication skills with a proven track record of translating complex engineering data into decision-ready briefings for government and contractor stakeholders.

• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office 365 suite of software.

• Must hold an active SECRET security clearance.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.

• 401(k) with a company match.

• Life insurance.

• Accrual of vacation and sick paid time off starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually.

• 11 paid holidays.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• A work environment that promotes excellence.