Project Engineer; Commercial Electrical
Job in
Milford, New Haven County, Connecticut, 06466, USA
Listed on 2026-06-21
Listing for:
Crescent City Recruitment Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-21
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Engineering Design & Technologists, Operations Manager, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our client is a well-established mid-sized commercial electrical contractor based in Milford, CT, with over 20 years of experience serving commercial, institutional, and industrial clients. Their work spans multi-residential housing, commercial and industrial facilities, healthcare, educational facilities, retail, and more.
Job Summary:
The Project Engineer supports project delivery from contract award through closeout by driving permitting, design/engineering coordination, material ordering, submittals, utility interconnection, and final documentation. This role serves as the operational engine behind project execution and ensures Project Managers receive a complete, organized, construction-ready handoff package. The ideal candidate is highly organized, technically curious, and comfortable owning the details that keep projects moving on schedule.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead project kickoff activities from contract award through mobilization, including tracking permits, design/engineering, and material ordering
- Manage handoff to Project Managers with a complete, organized package (drawings, permits, submittals, schedule, contacts, and open items)
- Prepare, submit, and track submittals including shop drawings, product data, manufacturer qualifications, and warranty documentation
- Support system design for solar projects using Helioscope, Solar Edge Designer, and related tools; partner with Sales on proposal-stage layouts and refine into construction-ready documentation
- Drive the utility interconnection process from application through permission to operate (PTO)
- Build project-specific safety plans aligned with the company safety program and OSHA standards
- Run project closeouts including as-builts, O&M manuals, warranties, lien waivers, and final inspections
- Maintain organized SOP folders and project files with clear, consistent labeling and documentation control from project start through completion
- 2+ years of experience in a project engineer, project coordinator, or assistant project manager role within electrical, solar, or commercial construction
- Working knowledge of permitting, utility interconnection, and submittal processes
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Teams); experience with project management software (Smartsheet a plus)
- Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills for coordination with customers, AHJs, utilities, and field crews
- Experience with Helioscope, Solar Edge Designer, AutoCAD, or Bluebeam preferred
- OSHA 30 certification preferred
- Bachelor's degree preferred
Why join this company?
- Competitive base salary: $75,000-$95,000 (negotiable based on experience)
- Health, vision, and dental insurance (through union)
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Company vehicle and gas card
- 401(k) with company match
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
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