Engineering Project Manager Jobs
Engineering Project Manager jobs are open across construction, manufacturing, aerospace, defense, energy, and technology, from entry-level project coordinator roles to senior and principal positions, with common specializations in infrastructure, product development, and systems engineering. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
As a Project Engineer – Project Manager, a typical day might include the following:
- Full life-cycle project management of multiple large multi-discipline projects from proposal conception to commissioning and close-out.
- Tracking and stabilizing projects, implementing solutions for obstacles and anticipating customer needs related SEL products in order to complete complex assignments.
- Lead in training and assisting customers with the creation, design configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems.
- Lead in assigning, completing and implementing work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget to a high level of quality and safety.
- Lead others to create and finalize customer approved functional design specifications for projects.
- Assist in the identification, preparation and presentation of successful proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems.
- Provide support for other SEL marketing, sales, application engineering and development activities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
This job might be for you if possess the following:
- B.S. In Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
- Project management experience/training related to engineering construction and electrical systems or a PMP Certification.
- Relevant application experience with electric power systems, power system protection and control, integration, and/or automation and communications applications.
- Willing to travel regionally a maximum of 25%.
- Electrical utility, industrial plant, consulting engineering, or system integrator experience
LOCATION
Location: We are open to MULTIPLE locations.
Lewis Center, OH - This position is located in Lewis Center, OH, located 15 miles outside of downtown Columbus. Here you will enjoy all the big city has to offer, including easy access to outdoor recreation, professional sports teams, and great universities. Centrally located in Ohio and quickly growing, you won't have to look far for great dining, shopping, and entertainment. There has never been a better time to call Lewis Center home.
King Of Prussia, PA - This position is located in King of Prussia, PA. Located just twenty miles from Philadelphia, its close proximity allows residents to enjoy all that the big city has to offer. Enjoy easy access to trails along the river, or attend sporting events nearby. The diverse options make King of Prussia the perfect place to call home.
COMPENSATION
We anticipate filling this position as a Project Engineer III $120,000-160,000. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the salary range may differ if filled at a different level. Our salary ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.
BENEFITS
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
- We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
- We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
- We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
- Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
COMMUNICATION WITH APPLICANTS
We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
INTRODUCTION
As a Project Engineer – Project Manager, a typical day might include the following:
- Full life-cycle project management of multiple large multi-discipline projects from proposal conception to commissioning and close-out.
- Tracking and stabilizing projects, implementing solutions for obstacles and anticipating customer needs related SEL products in order to complete complex assignments.
- Lead in training and assisting customers with the creation, design configuration, validation, installation, commissioning and operation of automation and/or protection systems.
- Lead in assigning, completing and implementing work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget to a high level of quality and safety.
- Lead others to create and finalize customer approved functional design specifications for projects.
- Assist in the identification, preparation and presentation of successful proposals for SEL equipment, services, and systems.
- Provide support for other SEL marketing, sales, application engineering and development activities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
This job might be for you if possess the following:
- B.S. In Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline
- Project management experience/training related to engineering construction and electrical systems or a PMP Certification.
- Relevant application experience with electric power systems, power system protection and control, integration, and/or automation and communications applications.
- Willing to travel regionally a maximum of 25%.
- Electrical utility, industrial plant, consulting engineering, or system integrator experience
LOCATION
Location: We are open to MULTIPLE locations.
Lewis Center, OH - This position is located in Lewis Center, OH, located 15 miles outside of downtown Columbus. Here you will enjoy all the big city has to offer, including easy access to outdoor recreation, professional sports teams, and great universities. Centrally located in Ohio and quickly growing, you won't have to look far for great dining, shopping, and entertainment. There has never been a better time to call Lewis Center home.
King Of Prussia, PA - This position is located in King of Prussia, PA. Located just twenty miles from Philadelphia, its close proximity allows residents to enjoy all that the big city has to offer. Enjoy easy access to trails along the river, or attend sporting events nearby. The diverse options make King of Prussia the perfect place to call home.
COMPENSATION
We anticipate filling this position as a Project Engineer III $120,000-160,000. We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the salary range may differ if filled at a different level. Our salary ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location. We base our starting pay offer and title on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.
BENEFITS
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
- We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
- We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
- We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
- Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
COMMUNICATION WITH APPLICANTS
We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.
SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Apple280
- Amazon242
- Colliers Engineering & Design217
- HDR195
- ECS Limited112
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services2,664
- Technology & Software1,081
- Construction & Real Estate668
- Electronics & Hardware501
- Manufacturing364
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering project manager jobs.
- PMP certification or equivalent project management credential required or strongly preferred
- 5 or more years of experience managing engineering projects end to end
- Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, or Smartsheet
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field
- Experience developing project schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation plans
- Strong cross-functional communication skills working with engineering and business stakeholders
Tips for Your Engineering Project Manager Job Search
Quantify scope on your resume
Engineering project manager resumes stand out when you show scale: budget size, team headcount, and project duration. Hiring managers scan for these numbers before reading anything else, so put them in your bullet points, not buried in a summary.
Match your certification to the sector
A PMP is expected in construction and defense, but hiring teams in software or product engineering often value PMI-ACP or SAFe credentials more. Check the certifications listed in the job description before deciding which to feature at the top of your resume.
Filter openings by delivery methodology
Engineering project manager roles split sharply between waterfall-heavy sectors like civil construction and agile-driven environments like hardware startups. Filtering by methodology early saves time and puts you in front of teams where your actual experience is a direct fit.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists engineering project manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a stakeholder management story
Interviewers for engineering project manager roles almost always ask how you handled a conflict between engineering teams and business stakeholders. Prepare a specific example with a clear outcome before your first screen, because this question appears at every stage of the process.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Before accepting, ask specifically about the project portfolio size, reporting structure, and whether you will manage direct reports or only project resources. These details determine your day-to-day authority and are much harder to renegotiate after your start date.
Engineering Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most engineering project managers?
The companies hiring the most engineering project managers right now include Apple, Amazon, and Colliers Engineering & Design, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is consistently highest in defense, large-scale infrastructure, and industrial manufacturing sectors.
How many engineering project manager jobs are remote?
About 21% of engineering project manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the site-dependent nature of much of the role. Software and systems engineering sub-disciplines tend to offer the highest share of remote and hybrid arrangements, while construction and facilities-based roles are predominantly on-site.
How do you become an engineering project manager?
Start with a technical degree in engineering or a related field, then build hands-on experience as an engineer or project coordinator before moving into a project management role. Earning a PMP or sector-relevant certification strengthens your candidacy. Most hiring managers expect direct experience owning project schedules, budgets, and cross-functional team coordination before promoting someone into an engineering project manager title.
Can you get an engineering project manager job with little experience?
Yes, but you will likely need to enter through an adjacent role first, such as project coordinator, engineering analyst, or junior program manager. Demonstrating that you have owned a defined scope of work, even on a small project, matters more than years of tenure. Earning a foundational certification and applying to smaller companies or contractors often leads to faster advancement than targeting large enterprise employers at the outset.
What does the engineering project manager interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on your industry background and methodology experience, followed by a technical or behavioral interview with a hiring manager. Later rounds often include a panel interview with engineering leads and a business stakeholder, and some employers add a case study or project scenario exercise. Expect questions about how you managed scope changes, resolved cross-functional conflicts, and kept projects on schedule under resource constraints.
Where can I find and apply to engineering project manager jobs?
You can find and apply to engineering project manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and sector, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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