Construction Project Engineer

Company Overview:

Welkin Enterprises, LLC, is a Plumbing and Mechanical construction firm specializing in heavy plumbing, fire protection, HVAC, and in-facilities water and wastewater projects. Welkin’s principals have served clients ranging from government agencies to utilities, contractors, and private firms, including the New York City Transit Authority, The Port Authority of NY & NJ, United States Post Office, Long Island Railroad, MTA Bridges and Tunnels as well the NYC Department of Environmental Protection.

Welkin Enterprises is poised to grow due to the current emphasis on rebuilding America’s infrastructure as part of renewing our nation’s economy. For the right candidate with the right attitude, we can provide a dynamic job environment with a company that has experienced growth and expects to continue this trend. We offer medical, dental and vision benefits, life insurance, 401(k), and performance bonus incentives.

Welkin Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer.

Welkin Enterprises is seeking a dynamic, hands‑on Project Engineer. Our projects are typically municipal, infrastructure and mechanical construction involving water, wastewater, fire protection and process piping. The Project Engineer will work under the supervision of senior engineers and managers throughout the entire project.

The Project Engineer must be extremely detail oriented, with a focus on cost efficiency. Each phase of an operation is evaluated, planned, possibly re‑engineered and built with time and budget in mind. The Project Engineer must be energetic, hands‑on, willing to learn, adapt, communicate and take pride in his/her work.

The Project Engineer will support project management and field operations to ensure projects are successfully completed. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Review project drawings, specifications, and submittals for accuracy.
• Prepare and maintain RFIs, logs, and project documentation.
• Track material orders, deliveries, and equipment lead times.
• Assist with field coordination, providing layout drawings and technical details.
• Support the project team with safety compliance and quality checks.
• Maintain project records for reporting and client communication.
• Provide day‑to‑day support to field staff and the project manager.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field;
• 1‑3 years of relevant experience working in NYC Construction;
• Must exhibit proficiency in basic engineering computations and analysis;
• Must possess the ability to read, understand and interpret engineering drawings;
• Candidate must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written;
• Knowledge of OSHA safety precautions;
• Candidate must be a citizen of the United States or otherwise authorized to work in the United States on an unrestricted basis.

• Working knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint;
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or other drafting software.