Project Engineer

Position Summary

The Project Engineer I supports Project Managers on structural steel projects through document control, drawing and submittal coordination, RFI processing, work-package release, and cross-functional communication. The role maintains accurate project information in Tekla EPM, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and related systems while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• The following duties are essential functions of the position. The employee must be able to perform these duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Coordinate with and assist assigned Project Managers across multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
• Create and maintain project folders and document-control records, including customer information, drawings, material and cut lists, transmittals, and related files.
• Prepare submittals and create, process, and monitor RFIs in coordination with the Project Manager; maintain current status and supporting documentation.
• Create and release work packages in Tekla EPM and process project drawings and material information in the system.
• Check drawings, prepare markups in Bluebeam, identify discrepancies, and route questions or corrections to the appropriate team.
• Coordinate with Customers, Detailers, Production, Quality, Project Management, and Field crews to support project handoffs and resolve document or coordination needs.
• Follow up with Quality, Project Management, and Production on NCR dispositions and related documentation or actions.

Required Qualifications

• Proficiency with Excel, Word, Outlook, and other computer-based project tools.
• Ability to learn and use Tekla EPM, Bluebeam, and basic CAD applications.
• Ability to organize and maintain project documents and drawings accurately and consistently.
• Ability to communicate across departments, prioritize concurrent assignments, and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with the structural steel or construction industry.
• Experience with Tekla EPM/FabSuite, Bluebeam, basic CAD, submittals, RFIs, work packages, or drawing control.

Skills

• Document control and electronic file management.
• RFI and submittal processing.
• Drawing review and markup.
• Cross-functional communication and coordination.
• Organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands below are ordinarily required to perform the essential functions of the position. All requirements are subject to reasonable accommodation.
• Regularly sit for extended periods and use a computer, keyboard, mouse, and multiple software applications.
• Read and review electronic drawings, project documents, technical information, and on-screen data.
• Occasionally stand and walk through office, shop, or project areas when business needs require.

Work Environment and Safety-Sensitive Requirements

This position is primarily office and computer based, with occasional entry into active fabrication shops or construction sites. When in operational areas, the employee must follow required PPE, access, and safety procedures and remain alert to equipment, material handling, hot work, elevated work, and other hazards. Accurate drawings, work packages, RFIs, and project communications can affect safe execution; where designated by MMI and permitted by applicable law, this position may be treated as safety-sensitive.

Core Values

The right candidate is expected to demonstrate MMI’s core values in daily work and decision-making.

Happy: Maintains a positive, professional, and collaborative approach.

Hungry: Shows initiative and a continuous drive to improve systems and results.

Hardworking: Delivers consistent effort, focus, and follow-through.

Honorable: Acts with integrity, accountability, and respect.