Project Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists

As one of the first ports in the state of Washington, the Port of Longview has long prided itself on a hard‑working labor force with deep roots in the state’s blue‑collar industries. The Port works for the community as an economic driver for a variety of industries and businesses within Longview and the surrounding area. We create jobs, support local programs, and contribute revenue back into the community to continually improve the quality of life for its residents.

In addition, we strive to provide opportunities for professional development and growth within our team.

We are proud to serve our community as Washington's Working Port!

The Project Engineer is responsible for developing and leading a project from initial concept, through the design process to implementation, with specific emphasis on the engineering design, analysis and management of the Port’s maintenance and capital improvement projects. This also includes providing in‑house engineering services to the Planning and Environmental, Business Development and Marine Terminals departments. This position reports to the Engineering Manager and supervises contractors, consultants, and identified Port Labor through the Maintenance General Foreman working on various projects.

• Project Management (30%)
• File and Record Maintenance (15%)
• Maintenance and Capital Improvement Projects (55%)
• Design, engineer and manage maintenance and capital improvement projects.
• Assist with the planning of maintenance and capital improvement projects.
• Develop engineer’s estimates, construction documents and specifications for projects.
• Maintain project budgets, documentation and drawings.
• Provide engineering and drafting services to Engineering and other Port departments.
• Determine adequacy of Port facilities for the Business Development and Operations Departments including participation in pre and post planning meetings.
• Design and engineer complex facility maintenance and repair projects.
• Coordinate the acquisition of materials for projects completed by Port labor.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors, consultants and identified Port Labor through the General Foreman working on maintenance and capital improvement projects including forecasting manning and equipment needs and communicating with appropriate Port staff.
• Help develop, review, manage and approve consultant’s and contractor’s scopes of work, schedules, budgets, invoices and performance.
• Conduct pre‑work meetings with contractors, maintenance crews and others relating to safety, environmental and project objectives.
• Supervise and inspect project construction to ensure conformance to all applicable specifications, standards, codes, and policies.
• Plan weekly/daily maintenance crew/equipment schedules and assignments and develop scopes of work.
• Collaborate with Port tenants, adjacent landowners, utilities and regulatory agencies regarding development and improvements on Port properties.
• Modify existing Port drawings as Port facilities and infrastructure changes.
• Develop new maps and drawings to convey ideas and information in support of current and future Port projects.
• Assist with upkeep, organization, and management of Engineering Department archive files, drawings, CAD standards, and GIS database features.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
• 7+ years of experience in engineering, construction or project management, or related fields.
• Construction experience is required; rail experience is preferred.
• Professional Engineering license is required or must be acquired within one year of employment.
• Expert knowledge of construction and engineering skills, including design, drafting, analysis, specifications, construction, maintenance, and function of various facilities used at a Port (e.g., rail, utilities, buildings, docks, conveyors, and various equipment) and strong mathematical skills.
• Experience developing engineer’s estimates and strong understanding of project budgeting and basic accounting principles.
• Exceptional project management and delegation skills with a strong analytical and problem solving focus.
• Exceptional verbal and written…