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Project Engineer

SCHAEFER SYSTEM INTERNATIONAL INC

Charlotte, NC 28273 • 10/15/2026

Job Description

Job Description

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Location:Hybrid,Charlotte,NC/Remote

The Project Engineer plays a critical role in supporting the successful execution of material handling and automation projects from order receipt through customer handover. This position is responsible for technical clarification, development of overall system layouts, coordination of interfaces between trades and vendors, preparation of technical specifications, and support of project management throughout the project lifecycle.

The Project Engineer serves as a key technical resource, ensuring designs meet customer requirements, industry standards, and project objectives while supporting both office and field activities.

  • Supportprojectmanagementthroughouttheprojectlifecycle,fromorderreceiptthroughcustomerhandover,ensuringsuccessfulexecutionanddelivery.
  • Developoverallsystemlayouts,coordinatecross-functionalinterfaces,andpreparetechnicalspecificationsandtenderdocumentationforthird-partycontractorsandvendors.
  • Createandmaintaintechnicalprojectdocumentationwhileensuringcompliancewithapplicablecodes,regulations,standards,andcustomerrequirements.
  • Collaboratewithconstructionandprojectmanagementteamstoassesssiteconditions,monitorthird-partywork,andsupportinstallationandcommissioningactivities.
  • Plan,coordinate,andexecutetestingandexperimentalsetupswithinthetechnologycentertovalidatesystemperformanceanddesignsolutions.
  • Provide construction site and field support as needed, serving as a liaison between office and site teams and acting on behalf of the Project Manager when required.

WhatYou'llBring:

  • Bachelor'sdegreeinEngineeringorrelatedtechnicalfield,orequivalentcombinationofeducationandrelevantexperience.
  • Minimumof4yearsofexperienceinprojectengineering,plantengineering,mechanicalengineering,steelconstruction,mechatronics,orarelatedindustrialenvironment.
  • ProficiencywithCADsoftwareandcomputer-aideddraftingtools,includingtheabilitytocreateandinterprettechnicaldrawingsandlayouts.
  • Stronganalyticalandproblem-solvingskillswiththeabilitytointerpretcomplextechnicaldocuments,specifications,graphs,andengineeringdata.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey technical information to customers, project teams, and leadership.

NicetoHaves:

  • TechnicaltraininginMechanicalEngineering,PlantEngineering,SteelConstruction,Mechatronics,orarelateddiscipline.
  • Techniciancertificationorcomparableadvancedtechnicalqualification.
  • Experienceworkingwithsubcontractors,vendors,andcross-functionalprojectteams.
  • Knowledge of industrial automation, material handling systems, or intralogistics solutions.

**No Sponsorship**

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.