Project Engineer Jobs in Connecticut

A Project Engineer in the construction industry is responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and managing the technical aspects of a construction project. This includes reviewing designs and drawings, ensuring compliance with safety and building codes, preparing project schedules, and managing project resources. They work closely with Project Managers, Architects, and other Engineers to ensure successful project execution from conception to completion. They are also responsible for troubleshooting technical issues that arise during the construction process.

Important skills for a Project Engineer include strong technical knowledge in engineering and construction, excellent problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills. They should be proficient in using project management and CAD software. Relevant certifications could include a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or Certified Construction Manager (CCM). Prior roles a person may have before becoming a Project Engineer include Field Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or Design Engineer.

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Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. R&D Engineer-Prototyping This position is located in Enfield, CT About the Company: Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (more widely known simply as “Ruger”) is the nation’s...

Developmental Engineer

  • New Britain, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Britain, CT
  • 30+ days ago

ADVANCING OUR OPERATIONS In order for us to complete our missions, our technology simply cannot fail. Covering a wide range of specialties ranging from aeronautical and computer systems to flight...

Principal HSE Structures Engineer P4 (Onsite)

  • East Hartford, CT
  • 8 hours ago
  • East Hartford, CT
  • 8 hours ago

Date Posted: 2025-02-13 Country: United States of America Location: PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USA Position Role Type: Onsite Pratt & Whitney is working to once...

HSE F135 Turbine Project Engineer P3 (Onsite)

  • East Hartford, CT
  • 8 hours ago
  • East Hartford, CT
  • 8 hours ago

Each Project Engineer is responsible for all the above relative to their component of responsibility....

Principal Structures Engineer (Onsite)

  • Windsor Locks, CT
  • 8 hours ago
  • Windsor Locks, CT
  • 8 hours ago

Date Posted: 2025-03-12 Country: United States of America Location: 01: Building 01 Windsor Locks One Hamilton Road, Windsor Locks, CT, 06096 USA Position Role Type: Onsite The Propeller Systems...

PSA Engineer I (Onsite)

  • East Hartford, CT
  • 8 hours ago
  • East Hartford, CT
  • 8 hours ago

Date Posted: 2025-03-04 Country: United States of America Location: PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USA Position Role Type: Onsite Pratt & Whitney is working to once...

Senior Project Engineer - F135 Nozzle/3BSM P3 (Onsite)

  • East Hartford, CT
  • 9 hours ago
  • East Hartford, CT
  • 9 hours ago

What You Will Do The Hot Section Engineering team is looking for a highly motivated and experienced engineer to join its team as a Senior Project Engineer for F135 Nozzle and 3BSM Module. The Sr....

Platform Integration Engineer - Comm Systems

  • Groton, CT
  • 13 hours ago
  • Groton, CT
  • 13 hours ago

Responsibilities for this Position Platform Integration Engineer - Comm Systems US-CT-Groton Job ID: 2025-14435 Type: Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Engineering EB Groton Shipyard Overview...

Engineer Senior/Specialist/Principal

  • Groton, CT
  • 13 hours ago
  • Groton, CT
  • 13 hours ago

Responsibilities for this Position Engineer Senior/Specialist/Principal US-CT-Groton Job ID: 2025-14466 Type: Full-Time # of Openings: 5 Category: Engineering EB Groton Shipyard Overview Engineers...

Application Engineer

  • Hartford, CT
  • 18 hours ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 18 hours ago

About Us We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies....

Packaging Engineer R&D Global B&W - Skin Care

  • Trumbull, CT
  • 18 hours ago
  • Trumbull, CT
  • 18 hours ago

Background & Purpose of the Job Unilever is a global Fast-Moving Consumer Goods company holding powerful brands like Dove, Axe, Magnum, Lipton, Vaseline, Suave, and Ben & Jerry's. We create...

Maintenance Engineer II, Lenox Square Mall - Full Time

  • Stamford, CT
  • 18 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 18 hours ago

Id : 72338, Title : Maintenance Engineer II, Lenox Square Mall - Full Time, Category : Stores, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...436, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

Staff Engineer - May 2025 Grad

  • West Hartford, CT
  • 18 hours ago
  • West Hartford, CT
  • 18 hours ago

Overview At Bohler, we empower the ambitious to become the accomplished. This greater purpose connects us with like-minded professionals, fosters meaningful relationships, and generates the...

Structures Compression Systems Principal Engineer

  • Cheshire, CT
  • 21 hours ago
  • Cheshire, CT
  • 21 hours ago

Structures Compression Systems Principal Engineer - Exempt Location: Based out of Cheshire, CT Reports to: Chief Engineer, Compressors Salary Grade: Job Description: As a Structures Compression...

Lead Engineer - Distribution Planning

  • Orange, CT
  • 22 hours ago
  • Orange, CT
  • 22 hours ago

TITLE: Lead Engineer - Distribution Planning We offer AWESOME BENEFITS + SIGN ON BONUS + RELOCATION LOCATION: Orange, CT Work-Type : OFFICE SALARY RANGE: The base salary range for this position is...

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Salary for Project Engineer Jobs in Connecticut

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireConstruction research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Project Engineers in Connecticut offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.6%
Master's Degree
25.1%
High School or GED
9.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.3%
Associate's Degree
7.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Project Engineers in Connecticut
2-4 years
37.5%
1-2 years
12.5%
Less than 1 year
12.5%
None
12.5%
4-6 years
8.3%
6-8 years
8.3%
10+ years
4.2%
8-10 years
4.2%


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