Project Engineering Coordinator

Overview

Reports To:

Manager of Engineering & Field Services, Power Division

General

Purpose:

IMI is seeking a Project Engineer – Power & Utilities to support fabrication and field execution for hydroelectric, power generation, and utility infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for an engineer or fabrication professional with a strong structural or mechanical background and firsthand experience in a large structural or industrial fabrication shop.

• The Project Engineer supports engineering review, estimating, fabrication planning, quality compliance, vendor coordination, and schedule management for complex power-related projects.
• Review and interpret structural and mechanical drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Perform detailed material takeoffs and support estimating and quotation development.
• Support fabrication execution planning, shop scheduling, and material procurement.
• Coordinate with internal fabrication teams, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Review and support compliance with customer quality requirements and Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Assist with inspection documentation, audits, and project turnover packages.
• Track fabrication schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
• Support field installation teams and customer coordination as required.
• Assist the Manager of Engineering & Field Services with technical and execution support.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent industry experience – Experience with PROCORE is preferred.
• Experience: 5–7 years of experience in a structural steel or industrial fabrication shop environment; mechanical or structural fabrication for power or utility facilities; or industrial or power generation project execution. Experience reviewing drawings, performing takeoffs, and supporting fabrication projects required. Estimating, vendor coordination, and quality documentation experience preferred.

• Strong understanding of structural steel and/or mechanical fabrication processes
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with quality requirements for power, utility, or industrial clients
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project (or similar), and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods, including jobsite visits.
• Ability to use hands/arms for reaching, handling, and manipulating objects; manual dexterity for standard office equipment.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs.; occasionally more than 50 lbs. with assistance.
• Travel to fabrication shops and job-site environments up to 50%.

• Compensation commiserates with education and experience.
• Growth opportunities in Senior Project Engineer or Project Management roles within the Power Division.