Project Engineer – Facilities and Infrastructure
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Project Engineer overseeing design and construction for hypersonic wind tunnel campus. Critical government oversight role providing technical advisory and program management support.
Responsibilities:
- Provide oversight of the design, construction, and integration of all conventional utility and building systems for a new hypersonic wind tunnel campus.
- Serving as the Owners Representative and primary technical advisor to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), overseeing the design-build prime contractor’s design and execution of the campus buildings and support infrastructure.
- Conducting detailed reviews of contractor-developed architectural, civil, structural, and MEP designs, ensuring compliance with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) for secure and classified facilities and local building codes in Rosemount, MN.
- Driving the resolution of contractor Requests for Information (RFIs) and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) by providing timely technical recommendations.
- Performing on-site construction surveillance, walk-downs, and safety audits to monitor construction progress, quality control, and adherence to rigorous safety standards.
- Collaborating seamlessly within a highly matrixed team of mechanical, electrical, aerothermal, controls and instrumentation, and systems engineers, program management, program controls, physical security, and cybersecurity professionals.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Architecture, or a closely related discipline
- 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in engineering large-scale industrial, military (MILCON), federal, or research facility construction projects
- At least 3 years of experience functioning in a government oversight (SETA) role, Owner's Representative, or similar consultative capacity
- Proven ability to conduct comprehensive multidisciplinary design reviews, resolve complex technical issues, and oversee project phases from initial design through closeout
- Deep understanding of complex MEP systems, high-capacity utility distribution, and design standards (e.g., UFC, GSA, NASA)
- Experience with Minnesota state building codes and standards
- Proven tactical project management skills with a demonstrated ability to drive contractor accountability, manage action plans, and maintain project momentum
- Exceptional communication skills with a proven ability to translate complex engineering data into decision-ready briefings for government and contractor stakeholders
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office 365 suite of software
- Must possess an active SECRET security clearance
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- 401(k) with a company match
- Life insurance
- Vacation and sick paid time off accruals starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually
- 11 paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Work environment that encourages excellence
















