Job Title: Project Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Engineer with a bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, or a related technical field. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of seven years of experience supporting capital projects related to industrial utilities such as ammonia refrigeration, boiler and steam systems, air compressors, and high-voltage power.

Responsibilities

Lead capital projects ensuring proper specifications, optimal maintenance, and safe operation of utilities equipment.Ensure regulatory compliance with all governmental agencies.Provide guidance and expertise to project team members.Support plants with facility utility upgrades.Develop conservation strategies to maximize energy efficiencies through new and renovated utility installations.Coordinate activities between corporate suppliers and outside contractors on capital projects.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical field.Minimum of seven years experience in capital projects for industrial utilities.Experience with ammonia refrigeration and capital management.Design skills and proficiency in AutoCAD.Experience with utilities in the food, beverage, or similar industries.Strong communication skills to build relationships with plants, vendors, and design firms.Familiarity with complex systems like ammonia refrigeration and combined heat and power (CHP).PSM (Process Safety Management) and OSHA 10-hour certification.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in industries such as food, beverage, chemical, or heavy manufacturing.Comfortable working on-site at plants during construction, startup, and commissioning.Experience with large-scale refrigeration systems such as industrial cold storage.

Work Environment

This role involves significant travel, with up to 70% of the time spent traveling to various work sites. The remaining time will be spent working virtually with various teams. The company provides a private plane for travel and covers all expenses. The work involves installing new refrigeration systems and working with local teams. The role predominantly involves ammonia refrigeration but also includes steam, cogen, compressors, and boilers. Employees enjoy a hybrid remote work model, working three days on-site and one day remotely.

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.

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. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:

Medical, Dental & Vision401(k)/RothBasic/Supplemental Life & AD&DShort and long-term disabilityHSA & DCFSATransportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramCompany Paid Time off or State Sick Leave

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Denver, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

health, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, bonuses.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Denver,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 17, 2026.

About Actalent

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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