Entry Level Project Engineer, Project Management (Start Summer/Fall 2026)

Who You’ll Work With

You will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1500 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world-class professional consultant and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables you to realize your own success and fulfillment. 

When you join Design Group as an Entry-Level Project Engineer, you join a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. In this role, you will work with a team of industry experts to help the world’s leading companies solve their most difficult problems. You will gain hands-on experience in project delivery, construction, client service, and technical collaboration while learning engineering and construction best practices and the fundamentals of project management.

What You’ll Do

You’ll work individually and in teams to support capital projects and implement solutions for our clients. Together, you will help our clients make critical changes to improve their performance and realize their most important goals. 

• Apply your knowledge of engineering design and technical problem solving to 21st century manufacturing projects  
• Assist project managers with planning, executing, and closing design and construction projects from concept through commissioning
• Support project scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and forecasting while monitoring project progress against milestones under the guidance of senior project managers
• Assist with implementing the quality assurance procedures of BW Design Group and our clients
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams and construction teams, including subcontractors
• Support field engineering activities and work to resolve technical issues during construction
• Support the preparation of project deliverables such as drawings, specifications, and reports
• Support the coordination of procurement activities
• Participate in project meetings and help document action items and decisions
• Contribute to proposals and presentations that showcase Design Group's capabilities
• Conduct yourself with integrity in pursuit of your personal and professional goals
• Learn how to communicate effectively with clients, vendors, and contractors
• Gain exposure to industries such as manufacturing, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced technology
• Make an impact day-to-day with your skills and expertise, strengthening that relationship with our clients and team

What You’ll Bring

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple project responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact with management, clients, subcontractors, and vendors
• Solid analytical skills and a basic understanding of project management fundamentals
• Familiarity with procurement and construction processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); familiarity with Microsoft Project (preferred)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, or 3D facility modeling software (preferred) 
• Internship, co-op, or project experience related to project management, engineering, construction management, facility design, or consulting (preferred)
• Proficiency in Procore, Join.build, and Clearstory software (preferred)
• Internship, co-op, or project experience in food & beverage, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, advanced technology, consumer products, or related industries (preferred)
• Prior participation in campus leadership, professional organizations, or community service activities (preferred)
• A willingness to travel for project requirements including long-term construction support, short-term site visits, client and company meetings, trainings, and industry seminars
• A bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical, civil, structural, electrical, or architectural), construction management, or a related technical field

Our culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our model and entrepreneurial mindset offer a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path. As an Entry- Level Project Engineer, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorships including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world-class engineer and a highly effective leader. 

Feel like you're on the path to becoming an Entry-Level Project Engineer but you'renot quite there yet? We'd love to connect with you to see if we can take you from where you are today and grow you into a Design Group Engineering Consultant.