Project Engineer

altentechnologyusa· Life Sciences
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About this role

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Engineer who excels at coordinating complex engineering activities across multiple disciplines. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of engineering standards and project management practices. This individual is highly organized, safety-focused, and capable of working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget while maintaining the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate and schedule all phases of engineering activities under the direction of the Project Manager
  • Oversee engineering execution across all disciplines to ensure alignment with project scope, specifications, and standards
  • Organize and maintain project documentation, including collection of existing facility design documents and tracking engineering deliverables
  • Plan and coordinate field surveys, ensuring accurate data collection, analysis, and documentation
  • Lead and document technical meetings, ensuring clear communication among engineering, HSE, maintenance, procurement, construction, and commissioning/qualification teams
  • Coordinate vendor document reviews and approvals with subject matter experts and manage subcontractor RFIs and material submittals
  • Monitor project costs and schedules by reviewing engineering progress reports and ensuring adherence to budget and timelines
  • Support development of technical equipment specifications and participate in bid evaluations for procurement activities
  • Maintain and prioritize the engineering team action item list to ensure timely resolution of issues
  • Ensure adherence to global engineering standards and accepted industry practices throughout design and execution phases
  • Verify the application of design quality and coordination processes to maintain technical integrity
  • Provide technical support for field activities, including cost proposals, bid processes, and construction assistance
  • Promote a strong safety culture through field engagement activities, safety reviews, and proactive risk management initiatives
  • Oversee the preparation and distribution of record documentation and meeting minutes

Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in project engineering with a strong understanding of project management processes and engineering standards
  • Knowledge of project controls, cost management, and estimating practices
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders effectively
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical documentation and facilitate meetings
  • Experience supporting vendor and subcontractor coordination and review processes
  • Familiarity with design quality, engineering coordination, and industry-standard practices
  • Safety-focused mindset with experience participating in or leading safety reviews and initiatives
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, or related field preferred)
  • Professional certifications in engineering or project management are a plus
  • Ability to manage complex projects across multiple phases with a high level of organization and attention to detail

 

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

Please beware of job seeker scams and see this important notice on our careers page for more information about our recruiting process.

Compliance Notice: Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement: As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of hire.

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This Project Engineer role at altentechnologyusa is based in Swiftwater, Pennsylvania, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Project Engineer at altentechnologyusa belong to?
This Project Engineer position is part of the Life Sciences department at altentechnologyusa. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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This Project Engineer position at altentechnologyusa was posted on May 22, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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