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MEP Project Engineer jobs are open across commercial construction, healthcare facilities, and industrial development, with specializations in mechanical systems, electrical design, and plumbing engineering, from entry-level to senior project lead. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The MEP Assistant Project Manager works with the MEP Project Manager in running the day-to-day project management operations on the job.
At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.
Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more. For more information, click here.
Additional benefits may be available for employees considered T
- Log-in and track Contracts & Purchase Orders
- Use experience and judgment to price, approve and/or reject Project Change Orders, Submittals, and respond to Requests for Information
- Log-in, track and review shop drawings and submittals and respond to Requests for Information
- Request Insurance Certificates from subcontractors to review for compliance with the Company’s insurance requirements
- Create and update Vendor and Subcontractor Contact Log
- Price and create Proposed Change Orders
- Submit, track response and issue Requests for Information
- Responsible for managing the building permit process and resolving any issues related thereto
- Plan revision submissions to municipality
- Work with Company Attorneys on contracts, Insurance Certificates, Insurance discrepancies & Contract modifications
- Act as a liaison with subcontractors to resolve any disputes, questions, or issues related to subcontractor’s work and progress.
- Assist with Project Schedule Narratives
- Take Weekly Video and distribute to General Manager
- Create Weekly Meeting Minutes – Owner’s and Subcontractors meetings
- Set up coordination meetings with Subcontractors
- Distribute revised drawings to Subcontractors
- Using best judgment, write up descriptions for Purchase Orders and Subcontract Requests
- Responsible for obtaining and tracking Subcontractor warranty certificates
- Responsible for creating close-out manuals
- Conducts training for OSHA 10 or 30 Hour, HAZWOPER, and other Safety related topics
- Bachelor’s degree in applicable discipline
- 2+ years of related experience or completion of Suffolk’s Career Start Program as a Project Engineer or Project Engineer with another firm
- The ability to manage and embrace change. Respond and adapt to new processes and new ways of looking at old problems
- Computer Literate
- Good communication skills
- Accurate with an attention to detail
- Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring
Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $13 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.
At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.
Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more. For more information, click here.
The MEP Assistant Project Manager works with the MEP Project Manager in running the day-to-day project management operations on the job.
At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.
Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more. For more information, click here.
Additional benefits may be available for employees considered T
- Log-in and track Contracts & Purchase Orders
- Use experience and judgment to price, approve and/or reject Project Change Orders, Submittals, and respond to Requests for Information
- Log-in, track and review shop drawings and submittals and respond to Requests for Information
- Request Insurance Certificates from subcontractors to review for compliance with the Company’s insurance requirements
- Create and update Vendor and Subcontractor Contact Log
- Price and create Proposed Change Orders
- Submit, track response and issue Requests for Information
- Responsible for managing the building permit process and resolving any issues related thereto
- Plan revision submissions to municipality
- Work with Company Attorneys on contracts, Insurance Certificates, Insurance discrepancies & Contract modifications
- Act as a liaison with subcontractors to resolve any disputes, questions, or issues related to subcontractor’s work and progress.
- Assist with Project Schedule Narratives
- Take Weekly Video and distribute to General Manager
- Create Weekly Meeting Minutes – Owner’s and Subcontractors meetings
- Set up coordination meetings with Subcontractors
- Distribute revised drawings to Subcontractors
- Using best judgment, write up descriptions for Purchase Orders and Subcontract Requests
- Responsible for obtaining and tracking Subcontractor warranty certificates
- Responsible for creating close-out manuals
- Conducts training for OSHA 10 or 30 Hour, HAZWOPER, and other Safety related topics
- Bachelor’s degree in applicable discipline
- 2+ years of related experience or completion of Suffolk’s Career Start Program as a Project Engineer or Project Engineer with another firm
- The ability to manage and embrace change. Respond and adapt to new processes and new ways of looking at old problems
- Computer Literate
- Good communication skills
- Accurate with an attention to detail
- Candidate must possess Suffolk’s Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work, Professionalism, and Caring
Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $13 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.
At Suffolk, we believe that our total rewards program should offer you and your family the support you need when it matters most. That’s why we have created a program that provides employees with access to a wide variety of options that can be personalized to support you and your loved ones physically, emotionally, and financially.
Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more. For more information, click here.
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Who's Hiring
- Turner & Townsend Pty Limited34
- Suffolk Construction20
- Mortenson Construction14
- ENFRA7
- RoviSys Building Technologies7
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate35
- Consulting & Professional Services27
- Manufacturing9
- Technology & Software8
- Staffing & Recruiting3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in MEP project engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering discipline
- Proficiency in Revit MEP and AutoCAD for design and coordination work
- 2 to 5 years of experience on commercial or industrial MEP projects
- Familiarity with building codes, ASHRAE standards, and local mechanical codes
- Experience coordinating with general contractors, subcontractors, and design teams
- EIT certification or active progress toward Professional Engineer licensure
Tips for Your MEP Project Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to each discipline
MEP roles split sharply between mechanical, electrical, and plumbing focus. Highlight the specific systems you've designed or coordinated most on each application, since a resume heavy on HVAC load calculations reads differently to a hiring manager than one centered on electrical distribution.
List software tools by project phase
Employers expect fluency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and sometimes Navisworks for clash detection. Group tools on your resume by what you used them for, design, coordination, or documentation, so reviewers can immediately see where your hands-on experience sits.
Get your EIT credential on the page
If you've passed the FE exam, list your Engineer in Training status prominently. Many mep project engineer postings screen for it as a proxy for professional development intent, especially at firms that sponsor PE licensure.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists mep project engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for scope and coordination questions
Interviewers frequently ask how you've resolved conflicts between MEP systems during the design or construction phase. Walk in ready to describe a specific clash detection scenario, what trades were involved, and how you reached a resolution without delaying the schedule.
Negotiate by referencing project complexity
When discussing compensation, anchor the conversation to the size and complexity of projects you've managed, square footage, number of systems, or phasing requirements. That framing shifts the conversation from job title to demonstrated scope, which carries more weight in final offer discussions.
MEP Project Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most mep project engineers?
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, Suffolk Construction, and Mortenson Construction are hiring the most mep project engineers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity tends to cluster around large healthcare, data center, and mixed-use commercial construction pipelines.
How many mep project engineer jobs are remote?
About 36% of mep project engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most remote-eligible roles concentrated in design coordination, BIM modeling, and energy analysis rather than field-based construction management. Roles requiring regular site visits are almost always on-site or at most hybrid.
How do you become a mep project engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or plumbing engineering, then pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn your EIT credential. Build hands-on experience through entry-level design or project coordination roles, develop fluency in Revit MEP and AutoCAD, and work toward your Professional Engineer license as your project scope grows.
How do you get hired as a mep project engineer with little experience?
Focus on roles titled junior engineer, project engineer I, or design engineer, which are structured for candidates early in their career. Highlight any internship or co-op work on MEP systems, even partial exposure to load calculations or drawing coordination. Firms that design healthcare or education facilities often hire and train early-career engineers more deliberately than general contractors.
What does the mep project engineer interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four stages: an initial screening call with HR or a recruiter, a technical interview covering systems knowledge and software fluency, and a final conversation with a project manager or department lead focused on coordination experience and project scenarios. Some firms include a brief design exercise or ask you to walk through a past project in detail.
Where can I find and apply to mep project engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to mep project engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your discipline and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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