Mechanical Project Engineer Jobs in New Jersey

Mechanical Project Engineer jobs in New Jersey are open across Jersey City, Princeton, and Hoboken and other New Jersey metros, with employers like Citi, NRG Energy, and Canfield Scientific hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles89+
Top employerCiti
Top cityJersey City, NJ
Cities hiring31
Work type65% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Jobot
Commissioning Project Engineer
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Commissioning Project Engineer
Jobot
Morristown, New Jersey
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
$160k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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Air Liquide Global E&C Solutions US Inc.
Senior Project Reliability Engineer
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Senior Project Reliability Engineer
Air Liquide Global E&C Solutions US Inc.
Branchburg, New Jersey
Project & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Project Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
Associate's

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Schneider Electric
Engineer I, Mechanical Systems Technical Execution
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Engineer I, Mechanical Systems Technical Execution
Schneider Electric
Morristown, New Jersey
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
$68k - $102k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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CAI
Building Commissioning Engineer
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Building Commissioning Engineer
CAI
Princeton, New Jersey
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
$80k - $130k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Senior Instrument Engineer
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Senior Instrument Engineer
Messer
Bridgewater, New Jersey
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
$110k - $146k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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Mechanical Project Engineer Jobs by City in New Jersey

Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Jersey City
20 jobs
Princeton
12 jobs
Hoboken
7 jobs
Morristown
5 jobs
Camden
3 jobs
Edison
3 jobs
Iselin
3 jobs
Kearny
3 jobs
Parsippany
3 jobs

Mechanical Project Engineer Job Market in New Jersey

A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Citi
    Citi13
  • NRG Energy
    NRG Energy5
  • Canfield Scientific
    Canfield Scientific4
  • EY
    EY4
  • Pearson
    Pearson3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software26
  • Investment & Asset Management16
  • Consulting & Professional Services13
  • Construction & Real Estate12
  • Banking & Financial Services11

What New Jersey Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in mechanical project engineer jobs across New Jersey.

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
  • Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA
  • Experience managing engineering projects from design through commissioning
  • Familiarity with GD&T, engineering drawings, and technical specification documents
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or active progress toward licensure
  • Knowledge of project management methodologies including schedule and budget tracking

Mechanical Project Engineer Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions

How many mechanical project engineer jobs are there in New Jersey?

There are 89+ mechanical project engineer openings in New Jersey on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Jersey City, Princeton, and Hoboken. New positions post regularly as employers across New Jersey hire.

How much do mechanical project engineers make in New Jersey?

Mechanical project engineers in New Jersey earn a median of about $112,300 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,160 for the lowest 10% to over $162,800 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which New Jersey cities have the most mechanical project engineer jobs?

Jersey City, Princeton, and Hoboken have the most mechanical project engineer openings in New Jersey right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire mechanical project engineers in New Jersey?

Employers hiring mechanical project engineers in New Jersey include Citi, NRG Energy, and Canfield Scientific, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote mechanical project engineer jobs in New Jersey?

Yes. About 35% of mechanical project engineer openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in New Jersey metros.

How do I apply for mechanical project engineer jobs in New Jersey?

You can apply to mechanical project engineer jobs in New Jersey directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred New Jersey location, then apply to each one that fits.

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