Project Engineer - Capital Projects at Sedron Technologies

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jun, 26

Salary

160000.0

Posted On

21 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Engineering Coordination, Project Execution, Procurement, Construction Support, RFI Response, Design Clarification, Interface Management, Vendor Management, Scope Management, Change Control, Commissioning, Documentation Control, Risk Management, Safety Culture, Technical Procurement, Problem-Solving

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Sedron Technologies is hiring a talented Project Engineer - Capital Projects to work a hybrid schedule in either Sedro-Woolley, WA or Chicago, IL! Sedron is a leading provider of circular waste management technologies for agricultural manure and municipal biosolids processing, deploying facilities across several North American regions. Since its founding in 2014, Sedron has pioneered innovative solutions, including the patented Varcor® system, to transform waste into clean water, organic fertilizer, and carbon-negative commodities. With strong engineering expertise, Sedron’s processes reduce nutrient pollution, lower operational expenses, and promote sustainability at a fraction of traditional costs. The Project Engineer is responsible for supporting the Engineering Manager in coordinating multidisciplinary engineering activities to ensure technical deliverables support project execution. This role integrates engineering, procurement, and construction requirements and supports the project team in delivering projects safely, on schedule, and within budget. The Project Engineer serves as the central coordination point between engineering disciplines, project management, and construction teams, taking direction from the Engineering Manager, and supporting the Project Director as necessary. Because we design, build, commission, and operate our technologies, we are looking for individuals who can meet the following essential functions of the position: Coordinate engineering disciplines to ensure alignment with project scope, schedule and budget Support constructability reviews and provide technical support during construction activities Coordinate responses to RFIs, design clarifications, and field change requests Maintain project documentation and engineering decision logs Conduct site visits and field walkdowns to verify installation quality and adherence to design intent Overseeing upkeep of the Document Master Index for the project Serve as a primary coordinator of technical and organizational interfaces across the project Identify and manage interfaces between: Engineering disciplines (mechanical, civil, electrical, controls, process) Engineering firms and EPC partners Equipment vendors and designers Construction contractors Operations, maintenance, and commissioning teams Maintain and track an interface register identifying interface responsibilities, deliverables, and deadlines Facilitate communication and issue resolution across project teams to prevent scope gaps, design conflicts, or delays Support technical procurement activities including: Preparation of bid packages Vendor technical bid evaluations Equipment specification reviews Vendor drawing and document review Coordinate vendor deliverables and ensure alignment with project engineering and schedule requirements Monitor engineering and construction progress to ensure alignment with project milestones Identify risks, constraints, and potential schedule impacts and help implement mitigation strategies Assist with scope management and change control processes Support development of system turnover and commissioning plans Assist with commissioning activities and issue resolution between engineering, construction, and operations teams Ensure documentation completeness for project closeout and operational readiness Promote and support a strong project safety culture. Ensure engineering and construction activities comply with codes, standards, and regulatory requirements. This position allows for growth and career progression to be determined by performance, certifications, and supervisor discretion. BENEFITS Multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance options to keep you feeling your best 401(k) with employer matching Generous paid time off and paid holidays (plus 2 floating holidays to use your way) Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance FSA and HSA options with employer contributions Tuition reimbursement — we invest in your growth Casual work attire — no suits required (unless that’s your thing) EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Electrical, or related discipline) 5-10 years of experience in industrial project engineering, EPC, or capital project delivery Experience supporting large industrial or infrastructure projects ($100M+) Industrial facility design and construction Engineering documentation including PFDs, P&IDs, equipment specifications, and layouts Basic understanding of project controls, construction processes, and commissioning Must have effective verbal, reading, and written communication skills in the English language Strong interface coordination and cross-functional collaboration Excellent organizational and communication skills Ability to manage complex technical information across multiple stakeholders Strong problem-solving and analytical capability High attention to detail, safety, and quality Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced project environments PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Experience with Design Build and EPC project execution models Experience managing technical interfaces across multi-contractor projects Familiarity with project management tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Compensation range for this role is between $115,000 – 160,000 annually The range provided is Sedron’s estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities. Discretionary bonus Travel up to 20% Must be a US Citizen or legal permanent resident for this position. We are unable to sponsor any employment visas. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. Due to the nature of the work performed, this role is considered Safety Sensitive and as such all applicants will be subject to a pre-employment drug test, and background check after receiving a conditional offer of employment. Not sure you meet all the qualifications? We encourage you to still apply! We’ll review your application and may have training opportunities or other positions available. Sedron Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sedron Technologies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Sedron Technologies is an EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Veteran/E-Verify/Drug-Free Employer. To view the E-Verify Right to Work poster in English or Spanish, click here.

Responsibilities

The Project Engineer supports the Engineering Manager by coordinating multidisciplinary engineering activities to ensure technical deliverables align with project execution requirements, integrating engineering, procurement, and construction needs. This role acts as the central coordination point between engineering disciplines, project management, and construction teams to deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.