
Project Engineer Civil/Electrical
MSA Professional Services, Inc.
MADISON, WIJob$79–127K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago
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The Project Engineer will oversee construction projects to ensure they meet contract requirements, including observing construction, reviewing and signing documents, and communicating with staff, contractors, and clients. The role also performs engineering calculations and project analysis and design, assists with cost estimates, instructs technicians on drafting, and conducts field investigations or inspections. A bachelor's degree, four years of relevant post-graduate mechanical engineering experience, and a Professional Engineering License are required.
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JOB REQUIREMENTS: Responsibilities Your mission: Oversee construction projects to ensure they are completed according to the contract. This includes observing construction, reviewing and signing documents, and communicating with MSA staff, contractors, and clients. Communicates professionally with clients, contractors and builds ongoing business relationships Perform engineering calculations for the analysis, study, and design of specific project aspects. Utilize electronic tools such as GIS, models, BIM, for project analysis, study, and design. Assist in creating cost estimates for projects. Instruct technicians on drafting for the projects you design. Conduct field investigations or inspections ranging from visual observations to detailed measurements using specialized equipment. Qualifications WHAT YOU BRING Education Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Architectural Engineering or related field. Experience Four years of relevant, post-graduate mechanical engineering experience Required knowledge and skills Knowledge of the philosophies, principles, practices, and techniques of engineering Proficiency with digital tools, which may include Microsoft Office, GIS, BIM, or others Advanced interpersonal skills for facilitating relationships with colleagues Creative problem-solving skills to solve new and challenging problems Ability to mentor less experienced staff The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future. We are unable to provide or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role. License Professional Engineering License Required. Why MSA? Better Together: A collaborative environment that values open ideas, diversity, and authenticity. Our diverse perspectives fuel innovation and success in our employee-owned firm. Multi-disciplinary Opportunities: Follow your interests, explore new experiences, and apply your skills where they have the most impact. We've Got Your Back: Enjoy support when you need it and independence when you don't. We are 400+ strong, working as one cohesive team. Passion & Purpose: We're passionate about our work and proud of it! Share inspirations, "geek out," and think big with us. Pay & Perks: Competitive pay and unique perks that make MSA stand out. Communities of Practice: Our think tanks and idea generatorsregular collaboration and learning opportunities. Work-Life Integration: Life doesn't stop when work begins. We support your professional and personal balance. Commitment to Learning: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and cutting-edge technology to keep you connected and creative. Community Engagement: Giving back through volunteering, education, STEM outreach, and event participation, backed by corporate sponsorship and donations. The salary for this position ranges from $79,000 to $126,500 per year, commensurate with experience. Higher compensation within this range will be paid to candidates with significant experience and exceptional qualifications. Best-in-Industry Benefits - Eligible employees enjoy: Quality Insurance Options: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family Paid Time Off: Minimum of 17 days in the first year for full-time employees Paid Holidays: 8 holidays per year Paid Parental Leave: 2 weeks for both parents, with additional time for birth parents under MSA's Short Term Paid Leave Supplemental Insurance: 100% paid life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): 100% employee-owned, with stock provided at no cost 401k Retirement Savings Plan: Generous employer match, immediately 100% vested Short Term Incentive (STIP) bonus MSA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. At MSA, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employmen opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected] ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://talentwire.org/Dfa62w Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.
How this job compares
Set against the 5,081 open Project Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$79–127K/yr
- Wisconsin median$88–129K/yr51 salary ranges
- US median$95–141K/yr2,656 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $103K, is 5% below the Wisconsin median midpoint ($108K) — in the middle half of Project Engineer salary ranges in Wisconsin.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 195 open Project Engineer jobs in Wisconsin and 5,081 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Wisconsin
- MSA Professional Services, Inc. (this employer)41 open
- Milwaukee Tool17 open
- Ryan Companies US, Inc.8 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Project Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (3,964 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 3,124 of the 5,081 open Project Engineer jobs (61%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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