Project Engineer

Job Locations US-IN-Fort Wayne
ID 2025-5051
Company
Shambaugh & Son, L.P.
Category
Operations Management
Position Type
Full-Time
Location Type
Onsite
Posted Date
23 hours ago(10/22/2025 7:19 PM)

About Us

We are one of the largest mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors in Indiana and among the preeminent specialty contractors in the nation. We specialize in a full range of new and retrofit construction for industrial, food processing, commercial, institutional, healthcare, pharmaceutical, and bio-fuel projects.

Job Summary

Shambaugh & Son is looking for a Project Engineer. In this role you will work with our nationally recognized Design-Build team assisting with the assembly of designs, estimates and ultimate construction of entire food manufacturing facilities constructed across the United States.

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Working closely on construction plans and specifications with clients, outside architects, internal engineers and other professionals during conceptual and final design
  • Ensuring appropriate construction materials are incorporated into designs and conducting thorough review of subcontractor/vendor shop drawings to ensure design intent is met
  • Completing both conceptual and detailed take-offs of architectural, civil and structural elements of buildings to be incorporated into the overall project budget or Guaranteed Maximum Price
  • Assist management with the identification, prequalification and bidding of architectural, civil and structural scopes of work.
  • Coordinate technical details with other members on the D/B team
  • Assisting project management staff in obtaining local planning and/or building regulations approval
  • Monitoring and inspecting work undertaken by subcontractors and/or our own trades, specifically regarding architectural elements of construction
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Degree in Engineering, Architecture or equivalent (essential)
  • 1+ years of work experience or equivalent internships
  • Experience in the design and construction of food manufacturing and cold box (refrigerated) buildings is preferred, but not essential
  • Knowledge of construction methods, materials and regulations
  • Ability to assemble bid set (RFP) drawing packages
  • Ability to liaise with professionals from other disciplines
  • Experience with subcontractor management (or a quick learn)
  • Experience in project management (or a quick learn)
  • Good communications skills and ability to communicate with customers on remote sites (travel required)
  • Possess working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Experience utilizing Autodesk applications (AutoCad, Revit, Navisworks) and Bluebeam are preferred
  • Three-dimensional conceptual skills
  • Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail with superb organizational skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Physically able to perform construction job site visits
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Flexibility with schedule changes and open to travel
  • Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required 

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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