Requirement Details:

Role: Project Engineer (HVAC)

Location: Walker Cisler Building, 660 Plaza Drive, Detroit, MI 48226 (Hybrid)

Duration: 2-year contract – Potential for full time conversion

Client: DTE Energy

Job Summary

The Project Engineer works independently and in support of Project Managers to design and implement HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) projects. This role is responsible for managing multiple projects simultaneously, ranging in value from tens of thousands of dollars up to less than $5M.

The Project Engineer leads project scoping, preliminary design, engineering schedules, cost estimates, and risk assessments. The role includes close collaboration with Facilities leadership, Project Managers, and front-line teams to ensure alignment, approvals, and successful execution of engineering designs.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the primary engineering interface to resolve HVAC design issues
Lead the project scoping process, including preliminary design schedules, cost estimates, and risk assessments
Develop qualitative and quantitative risk assessments for assigned projects
Authorize and submit preliminary project scope reviews, scope definitions, and estimates to Project Managers
Monitor design schedules and engineering costs to ensure alignment with project goals
Chair scope and design review meetings and provide regular updates to leadership
Collaborate with Project Managers on bid package preparation, submission, and evaluation
Design, engineer, and apply HVAC controls systems
Support Facilities Operations with troubleshooting HVAC systems and control issues
Maintain and update HVAC and Building Automation System (BAS) standards

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
10+ years of relevant project engineering experience, preferably focused on HVAC systems

Preferred Qualifications

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
Experience with BAS control system design and application
Experience with BIM tools such as Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) and/or Revit
Experience with Niagara Tridium BAS
PMI / PMP certification

Additional Skills & Competencies

Strong project planning, implementation, and continuous improvement skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
Strong meeting facilitation and stakeholder communication skills
Calm, professional demeanor under pressure
Innovative mindset with the ability to challenge traditional approaches
Broad technical understanding of building HVAC and control systems
Advanced analytical, consulting, and influencing skills

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