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At Maxim Crane Works, we don't just rent cranes—we help customers safely execute some of the most important construction, infrastructure, energy, manufacturing, and industrial projects across North America.
As the nation's largest lifting solutions provider, Maxim Crane Works supports projects that power communities, expand industries, and transform skylines. Our team delivers more than equipment. We deliver expertise, planning, certainty, and execution.
Purpose
The Associate Project Engineer works with Engineers, Sales, and field personnel to support Maxim engineering and lift planning activities. Under the guidance of experienced engineers, this role assists with engineering calculations, lift plans, drafting, documentation, and project support activities while developing technical knowledge and professional judgment.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with lift plans, engineering studies, calculations, drawings and documentation.
- Perform routine engineering calculations under review.
- Prepare AutoCAD drawings and layouts.
- Gather project information and coordinate with stakeholders.
- Learn and apply company standards and engineering procedures.
- Participate in field visits and professional development.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Required: Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, AutoCAD familiarity, basic engineering knowledge, ability to read drawings, strong analytical skills.
- Preferred: EIT Certificate or ability to pass, structural analysis, AISC standards, 3D modeling.
Experience
- 0 to 3 years of previous relevant engineering experience.
- Assist with lift plans, engineering studies, calculations, drawings and documentation.
- Perform routine engineering calculations under review.
- Prepare AutoCAD drawings and layouts.
- Gather project information and coordinate with stakeholders.
- Learn and apply company standards and engineering procedures.
- Participate in field visits and professional development.
Work Environment and Travel
This position combines office-based engineering and design work with occasional field exposure. Limited travel is expected to visit project sites and observe or support equipment installations.
The role may require walking on active job sites, climbing, bending, crouching, kneeling, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
This position may require access to refinery and industrial job sites in Texas. Employees assigned to these sites must comply with applicable site-specific safety and access requirements, including participation in random drug testing through DISA as required for refinery work. Compliance with applicable drug testing requirements is a condition of working at these sites.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Maxim Crane Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
At Maxim Crane Works, we don't just rent cranes—we help customers safely execute some of the most important construction, infrastructure, energy, manufacturing, and industrial projects across North America.
As the nation's largest lifting solutions provider, Maxim Crane Works supports projects that power communities, expand industries, and transform skylines. Our team delivers more than equipment. We deliver expertise, planning, certainty, and execution.
Purpose
The Associate Project Engineer works with Engineers, Sales, and field personnel to support Maxim engineering and lift planning activities. Under the guidance of experienced engineers, this role assists with engineering calculations, lift plans, drafting, documentation, and project support activities while developing technical knowledge and professional judgment.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist with lift plans, engineering studies, calculations, drawings and documentation.
- Perform routine engineering calculations under review.
- Prepare AutoCAD drawings and layouts.
- Gather project information and coordinate with stakeholders.
- Learn and apply company standards and engineering procedures.
- Participate in field visits and professional development.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Required: Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering, AutoCAD familiarity, basic engineering knowledge, ability to read drawings, strong analytical skills.
- Preferred: EIT Certificate or ability to pass, structural analysis, AISC standards, 3D modeling.
Experience
- 0 to 3 years of previous relevant engineering experience.
- Assist with lift plans, engineering studies, calculations, drawings and documentation.
- Perform routine engineering calculations under review.
- Prepare AutoCAD drawings and layouts.
- Gather project information and coordinate with stakeholders.
- Learn and apply company standards and engineering procedures.
- Participate in field visits and professional development.
Work Environment and Travel
This position combines office-based engineering and design work with occasional field exposure. Limited travel is expected to visit project sites and observe or support equipment installations.
The role may require walking on active job sites, climbing, bending, crouching, kneeling, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
This position may require access to refinery and industrial job sites in Texas. Employees assigned to these sites must comply with applicable site-specific safety and access requirements, including participation in random drug testing through DISA as required for refinery work. Compliance with applicable drug testing requirements is a condition of working at these sites.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Maxim Crane Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Who's Hiring
- Performance Contracting34
- ABB4
- Potelco2
- UL Solutions2
- M.C. Dean2
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Medical Devices
- Government & Public Sector
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in associate project engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field
- 0-3 years of project engineering or field engineering experience
- Proficiency in project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or MS Project
- EIT certification or active enrollment in the FE exam process
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and contracts
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional coordination
Tips for Your Associate Project Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to project phases
Hiring managers for associate project engineer roles want to see which phases you've touched: design, procurement, construction, or closeout. Call those out explicitly on your resume rather than listing only tools or software.
Highlight your EIT or FE credential
If you've passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, put it right below your name. Many employers treat EIT status as a minimum threshold for associate-level roles, and burying it mid-page costs you interviews.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists associate project engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by project delivery method
Design-build, design-bid-build, and EPC firms hire for different skill sets at the associate level. When you search for openings, note the delivery method in the posting and match your cover letter language to it.
Prepare a mini project walkthrough for interviews
Interviewers at engineering firms almost always ask you to walk through a project you contributed to. Practice a two-minute version that covers scope, your specific role, a problem you solved, and the outcome.
Negotiate start date around project cycles
Construction and infrastructure firms often ramp up hiring before a project kicks off. If you receive an offer, asking for a start date that aligns with the project's mobilization phase can work in your favor.
Associate Project Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most associate project engineers?
The companies hiring the most associate project engineers right now include Performance Contracting, ABB, and Potelco, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be strongest in firms with active infrastructure, energy, or industrial construction portfolios.
How many associate project engineer jobs are remote?
About 21% of associate project engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than many white-collar roles because field presence and site coordination are core parts of the job. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include design-phase engineering, estimating, and project controls.
How do you become an associate project engineer?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline such as civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and obtaining EIT status strengthens your candidacy significantly. Internships or co-ops that expose you to real project environments give you the phase-specific experience employers want. From there, applying to associate or entry-level project engineer roles at contractors, owners, or engineering firms is the standard path in.
Can you get hired as an associate project engineer with little experience?
Yes, many associate project engineer postings are explicitly written for candidates with under two years of experience or recent graduates. Employers in this space place significant weight on your engineering degree, your EIT status, and any internship or co-op work you completed during school. Demonstrating familiarity with project documentation, scheduling tools, or field coordination in your resume and interview gives you a strong footing against other early-career candidates.
What does the associate project engineer interview process look like?
Most employers run two to three rounds. The first is typically a phone or video screen with a recruiter or HR contact covering your background and availability. The second is a technical interview with an engineering manager or project lead where you walk through past project experience and answer scenario-based questions about scope changes, RFIs, or schedule delays. Some firms add a final round with senior leadership or a site visit before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to associate project engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to associate project engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and target industry, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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