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Engineer II Projects

Zachry Group · zachrygroup.com
Downers GroveOn-siteMid level
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A mid-level full-time on-site Project Lead role at Zachry Group in Downers Grove. Skills mentioned: Procurement.

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5 d ago · posted 2026-11-05
Location
Downers Grove, IL

Full description

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent engineering graduate or early-career engineer looking to build a career in project execution within a leading EPC environment. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced Project Engineers and Project Managers while supporting projects across the food & beverage, specialty chemicals, consumer products, oil & gas, and industrial manufacturing sectors. The Project Engineer I role is designed as a developmental position that provides exposure to all phases of project execution, including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup. Successful candidates will gain the experience and mentorship needed to grow into a Project Engineer and future Project Management leadership roles. • Support Project Engineers and Project Managers in the planning, coordination, and execution of EPC projects. • Assist with coordination of multidisciplinary engineering activities and project deliverables. • Track project schedules, action items, deliverables, and engineering progress. • Participate in project meetings and prepare meeting minutes, progress updates, and status reports. • Coordinate communications between engineering disciplines, vendors, clients, and project teams. • Review engineering drawings and deliverables for consistency with project scope and requirements. • Support project document control, deliverable tracking, and quality management processes. • Assist with project budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and change management activities. • Support development of project schedules and project execution plans. • Assist with procurement activities, vendor coordination, and equipment tracking. • Participate in design reviews, constructability reviews, and project planning sessions. • Support engineering, construction, commissioning, and startup activities as required. • Travel periodically to client sites and project locations to gain field experience and support project execution. Projects may include: • • Food and beverage manufacturing facilities • Specialty chemical plants • Consumer products manufacturing facilities • Oil & gas processing facilities • Facility expansions and debottlenecking projects • Greenfield production facilities • Brownfield plant upgrades and modernization projects • Utility and infrastructure improvement projects Required • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Civil, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline. • 0-3 years of engineering experience. • Internship, co-op, or project experience within engineering, manufacturing, construction, industrial operations, or EPC environments is highly valued. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. • Eagerness to learn project execution, engineering coordination, and project management principles. Preferred • Internship or co-op experience supporting industrial, manufacturing, food & beverage, chemical, or oil & gas projects. • Exposure to engineering design, project coordination, construction, or operations environments. • Familiarity with project schedules, budgeting, or project controls concepts. • EIT certification or desire to pursue professional registration. • Interest in long-term career growth within project engineering and project management. Why Join Zachry? • Gain exposure to the full EPC project lifecycle. • Work alongside experienced Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Engineering Leaders. • Support projects across multiple industries and technologies. • Develop both technical and project management skills. • Build a career path toward Project Engineer II, Project Manager, and future project leadership opportunities. • Join a company known for delivering complex industrial projects and developing future project leaders. Zachry Engineering Corporation is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and drug-free workplace. Zachry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-AS1

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