Cedar Rapids Construction Project Engineering; Electrical/Mission-Critical
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Cedar Rapids Construction Project Engineering (Electrical / Mission-Critical) – All Levels
Important:
This posting is part of a Talent Pipeline and does not represent a currently open position.
We maintain pipeline postings to proactively identify qualified candidates for roles that open frequently but may not be active at the time of application.
This posting is for our Project Engineering Talent Pipeline
, primarily supporting clients in the Cedar Rapids / Eastern Iowa region and other key markets
. We are currently hiring for many of these positions, but headcount needs and openings shift regularly. We encourage you to apply to both active roles and this pipeline posting so we can consider you for current and future opportunities. We review applicants proactively and contact qualified candidates as relevant roles become available.
We're building a bench of Project Engineering professionals at all levels
, supporting industrial and mission-critical construction projects.
- Senior Project Engineers & Constructability/Field Engineering Leads (up to $145,000)
- Project Engineers (up to $130,000)
- Field Engineers / Entry-Level Engineers (up to $85,000)
- Supporting Project Managers and field leaders by managing RFIs, submittals, and technical documentation
. - Reviewing drawings, one-line diagrams, and specifications to identify clashes, constructability issues, or missing information.
- Coordinating with design teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders to resolve technical questions in a timely manner.
- Assisting with quantity takeoffs, material tracking, and status updates for critical equipment and systems.
- Supporting planning and sequencing efforts by aligning engineering information with field execution needs.
- Helping maintain as-built documentation, change records, and updated drawing sets
. - Participating in or supporting inspections, QA/QC checks, punch list activities, and commissioning/startup efforts.
- For field engineer roles: spending significant time on site, verifying installation against design intent and capturing field conditions.
- For senior-level roles: acting as a technical resource across multiple projects, mentoring junior project engineers/field engineers, and contributing to continuous improvement of engineering workflows.
We regularly support clients seeking Project Engineers, Senior Project Engineers, and Field/Constructability Engineers
. Strong candidates will bring a mix of:
- Degree in engineering (electrical, mechanical, civil, or related) or equivalent technical experience.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
. - Exposure to construction, industrial, or power projects
, ideally with electrical or multi-discipline components.
- Experience supporting a Project Manager, Superintendent, or similar role in a construction/industrial environment.
- Hands-on involvement with RFIs, submittals, change documentation, or design coordination
. - Comfort working between the office and the field
, translating technical information into practical steps.
- Understanding of how work is installed and sequenced in the field.
- Familiarity with common construction means and methods in your discipline.
- Willingness to be on job sites regularly and collaborate closely with craft and supervision
.
- Entry-level PE/Field Engineer: 0–3+ years of relevant experience; recent grads with internships or co-ops in construction/industry are encouraged to apply.
- Project Engineer: 3–7+ years supporting projects with increasing responsibility.
- Senior Project Engineer/Constructability Coordinator: 7+ years of technical project support with strong field and coordination experience.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational habits
. - Ability to manage multiple technical tasks and follow through to closure
. - Comfortable asking questions and surfacing issues early rather than letting them fester.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to communicate effectively with engineers, PMs, and field staff
.
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