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Project Engineer II

Interstates Companies
vision insurance, 401(k)
United States, Ohio, Cincinnati
Jul 30, 2025
Take Charge of Your Career at Interstates At Interstates, we don't just show up to work, we show up for each other. From our headquarters in Iowa to job sites across the country, we're doing award-winning electrical, controls, automation, and OT work that powers industrial facilities for clients here in the U.S. and around the world. Whether you're bending conduit, wiring panels, writing code, supporting projects, or helping things run behind the scenes, you'll be part of a crew that works hard, shares laughs, and takes pride in doing quality work. We believe in building strong teams, doing the right thing, and making a difference in the communities where we live. If you want to grow and do meaningful work, you'll feel at home here. The Project Engineer II plays a pivotal role in managing client relationships and leading multiple design teams in the identification, scoping, and delivery of design projects. This position involves acting as a primary mentor for technical development, offering guidance and expertise to other engineers, and serving as a key peer reviewer for project deliverables. The Project Engineer II is responsible for fostering collaboration across various disciplines, working closely with clients, project managers, and other teams to ensure project success. They also coach and support team members, including field leaders, and are the primary leader on several complex projects at once, demonstrating strong project management, leadership, and technical skills. Responsibilities: Independently manage and strengthen client relationships by conducting sales-focused trips, delivering impactful presentations, and partnering with others as needed. Direct and execute designs across multiple complex projects simultaneously, from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with client goals and maintaining high quality results. Mentor a team through all project phases, providing clear direction and support towards successful outcomes. Drive the design process through owning the collaboration with other disciplines. Grow the technical knowledge of the organization by leading classes, mentoring others, and providing quality feedback on the review of other's work. Coach project teams on best practices and proactively address project risks. Mentor leaders across the organization to share expertise and strengthen collaboration. Guide and support team members through effective delegation of tasks and project responsibilities. Set overall development direction and create development experiences for team members. Conduct peer reviews and approve drawings to maintain quality (PE stamping if applicable). Drive standards improvements and model accountability in implementing and upholding standards across teams. Secondary Responsibilities: Lead strategic initiatives that focus on the improvement or expansion of service offerings, aligning with growth objectives. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues alongside field personnel to maintain project flow and address challenges quickly. Participate in broader industry to grow expertise through peer relationships, professional associations, governing bodies, or influential peer groups Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience: A Project Engineer II is required to have a B.S. degree from a four-year ABET-accredited engineering program. Candidates should possess 7 or more years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A Professional Engineer (PE) license is required, or the candidate should be eligible to become a licensed PE or registered in at least one governing authority. In addition, candidates must have a strong understanding of electrical terminology and components, electrical symbols, and the National Electric Code (NEC). Proficiency in drafting software is preferred to support design and project development. This position demands experience in managing complex projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and applying engineering principles to deliver innovative and efficient solutions. Travel Requirements: Travel will be required and will vary according to business requirements. Travel should not exceed 30% of your time. Compensation: The pay range for this position is $90,400 to $113,000+ benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by the experience and education required, and level of responsibility. The range posted for this role represents a range that Interstates, in good faith, believes it is willing to pay at the time of this posting. The pay is determined by job related skills, training, education, and experience. Application End Date: September 30, 2025 In alignment with Colorado state regulations, we encourage interested candidates to submit their applications by September 30, 2025. This will ensure your application is considered in the initial review process. Applications received after this date may be considered depending on the status of the search. Interstates Describes Its Culture as: Family-Like: Caring co-workers treat each other like family Be treated like an individual, not just a number Flexible schedules allow you to focus on your personal life as well as work-life Lunch gatherings and social activities promotes fun and camaraderie Support charities and your community through events sponsored and hosted by Interstates Benefits: Competitive Pay so you know you are valued 401(k) to help you plan for your future Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with different options to meet your needs Vacation so you can focus on you Performance Bonus just in time for holiday shopping Established Career Paths to help plan your future Career Coaches that are focused on your success What You Should Know Before You Apply Interstates may collect personal information as part of your job application, such as your contact details, work history, education, and any information you provide. This information is used only for recruitment, to evaluate your candidacy, and to meet legal requirements. For details about our privacy practices and your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please see ourPrivacy Policy. By applying, you acknowledge that you have reviewed this notice. Interstates is an EEO provider and offers a drug-free workplace. Employment at Interstates is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without notice or cause, except as otherwise provided by law.