Project Engineer, Systems Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Project Engineer to join our fast-moving team. This role is focused on coordinating and executing a variety of operational and installation projects that support our rapid growth in the automation industry.

You’ll lead efforts to manage the rollout of specialized equipment across the country, oversee hundreds of active bids, and ensure smooth coordination between internal teams, field technicians, distributors, and customers. Projects include:

• Coordinating national equipment installations for automotive service centers and industrial facilities.
• Managing distributor-led service and support across multiple time zones.
• Supporting expansion efforts tied to a newly upgraded manufacturing facility.
• Driving process improvements to enhance service delivery, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency.

If you enjoy solving problems, keeping projects on track, and working with a variety of stakeholders, this role offers a dynamic and rewarding opportunity.

• Serve as a primary client interface, fostering strong relationships.
• Utilize Excel and other general computer applications effectively.
• Collaborate with teams from different backgrounds, including GC, subcontractor, or engineering.
• Manage and organize tasks efficiently, prioritizing based on customer needs.
• Communicate clearly and articulate thoughts effectively.
• Demonstrate teachability and willingness to learn unique processes.
• Step into a Project Manager role, showcasing leadership and initiative.

The work environment is laid-back, fostering a team atmosphere that encourages social interaction. The facility is brand new with top-notch equipment, offering incredible views from the office. The culture is less formal, allowing for casual attire such as jeans and tennis shoes. The role involves travel to job sites, potentially out of state, averaging slightly more than once a month with trip durations of 1-2 nights.

The company is financially strong, with a bonding capacity exceeding $100MM and a consistent repeat-customer base. Employees are considered the most valuable asset, with opportunities for career advancement and performance-based raises. The company specializes in integration of complex design-build projects in various markets including airports, parcel, food and beverage, and warehousing & distribution.

• 2+ years of project engineering or management
• Must have engineering industry background or degree
• Prior experience in automation or equipment development.
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience managing projects with multiple moving parts and stakeholders
• Comfortable using Excel, Word, Teams, Slack, and cloud-based tools
• Ability to understand technical workflows and estimate task durations
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $68.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Aurora, CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2025.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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