Project Engineer Jobs in Idaho
Project Engineer jobs in Idaho are steady and growing, with concentrated demand in construction, civil infrastructure, and industrial manufacturing tied to the state's ongoing population growth and energy development. Boise, Idaho Falls, and Pocatello lead hiring activity, with established employers like Idaho Power, Micron Technology, and CH2M (now Jacobs) maintaining a consistent project engineering presence across the state. The most in-demand specialties are civil and site development, power and utilities, and semiconductor manufacturing process engineering. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Position Summary: We seek a dedicated and detail-oriented an experienced Project Engineer to join our Off-Site Manufacturing (OSM) Team. In this role, you will oversee the planning, design, and execution of modularized components within the construction project. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring that all off-site manufacturing processes align with the project specifications, budget, and timelines. This role will work within the Construction Management Department and will report to the OSM Project Manager. This position is on the front line to aid in avoiding and solving technical problems that arise and driving OSM innovations. This role will also help lead our OSM quality control efforts on the project site, which includes document review during preconstruction, construction, commissioning, and closeout activities. This position is fully onsite at our project located in Boise, ID.
Salary Range: $80,000 - $130,000 DOE + Incentives
Essential Responsibilities:
- Assist in the daily planning and coordination of OSM manufacturing activities, ensuring alignment with project timelines and deliverables.
- Interface between Area Construction Managers, multiple subcontractors, and vendors.
- Verify all documentation is complete and that the approved materials and equipment are being installed correctly, completely, and safely.
- Clearly understand Building Information Modeling (BIM) to ensure the interface between models and construction are being coordinated and clash free.
- Help to drive innovation within the design and construction planning through all phases of the project.
- Manage OSM data performances and specific OSM data metrics.
- Thoroughly review and process project submittal information, ensuring full coordination, accuracy, and functionality of each component.
- Receive, publish, and distribute requests for information (RFI) and change in scope documents to OSM members.
- Assist in the buyout and procurement of OSM subcontractors and equipment, including on-going review OSM subcontracts and contract modifications.
- Assist in estimating and tracking project budgets and expenditures, identifying opportunities for cost savings. Support in the review of all project billings and billing schedule of values for OSM subcontractors and vendors as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Professional Experience and Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Manufacturing, Automation, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical), Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent degree and/or equivalent field work experience required.
- A minimum of five (5) years of Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing construction or pre-fabrication experience required. Structural experience highly preferred.
- Specific experience in industrial and/or hi-tech semiconductor manufacturing projects is highly preferred.
- LEED Accredited Professional, or the ability to become accredited within eighteen (18) months preferred.
- High School diploma or GED required. Education background in materials and methods of construction.
Position Related Skills:
- Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point and Teams) and have a general understanding of working within a computer network.
- Experience with project management software such as Prolog, Procore, E-Builder, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Primavera Project Planner (P6).
- Experience or willing to learn design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks.
- Training in design and construction document reading, design specifications, survey theory and techniques.
- Experience in organizing technical data in a neat and accurate method. Familiar with CSI specification system for construction.
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all aspects of construction.
- Highly developed visual observation and interpretation skills.
- Ability to work well and maintain a cooperative attitude through high-pressure situations.
- Excellent time-management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work while frequently interrupted by phone calls and questions on work in progress.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships.
- Ability to work closely with variety of trade and craft people in a field work situation. Patience and professionalism are essential.
- Must be a dedicated team player with the ability to collaborate with various personnel within and across departments and at all levels of leadership. Work schedule must be flexible to allow extended hours or off-shift work to accommodate changing construction schedule and sequences.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
- Standing/Walking/Sitting: Workday is a combination of being stationary and moving about the work location.
- Must be able to climb stairs: Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and work in confined spaces.
- Hands/Arms: Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. Frequently operates machinery and will use hands/fingers and legs to operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect and position materials.
- Sight: Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus in an outdoor environment. Must be able to safely operate a vehicle with a valid driver's license. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; reading printed and digital documents.
- Hearing: Must be able to work in proximity to loud equipment more than 75% of the time. Must be able to wear hearing protection, as necessary. Often required to communicate with customers and coworkers in an office setting and on the job site.
- Speech: Ability to communicate laws, ordinances, plans, regulations, protocols, directives, and standard operating procedures related to project scope in English.
- Lift/Carry: Must have the ability to lift or manipulate 50 pounds to a height of 3 feet and carry or push it 50-100 feet.
- Bending/Twisting: Frequent.
- Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: Must be able to regularly position self in a kneeling, crouching or crawling position for the purpose of examining project work.
- Must use independent judgment, and organizational and problem-solving skills to determine best method to accomplish desired results.
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- Energy
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What Idaho Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project engineer jobs across Idaho.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program required
- Engineer-in-Training registration with the Idaho Board of Licensure of Professional Engineers preferred
- Two or more years of experience managing project schedules, budgets, and deliverables
- Proficiency with project management software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
- Strong technical writing skills for reports, RFIs, and construction submittals
- Ability to coordinate with contractors, inspectors, and regulatory agencies on-site
Project Engineer Jobs in Idaho: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project engineer in Idaho?
Most project engineer roles in Idaho require a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution. From there, registering as an Engineer-in-Training through the Idaho Board of Licensure of Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors strengthens your candidacy and is expected for roles on public infrastructure projects. Gaining field experience in construction, utilities, or manufacturing rounds out the path most Idaho employers look for.
Which companies hire project engineers in Idaho?
Employers hiring project engineers in Idaho right now include Hoffman Construction Company, WSP, and J-U-B ENGINEERS, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Idaho's energy, semiconductor, and civil infrastructure sectors drive consistent demand from both large corporations and regional engineering consultancies.
Which Idaho cities have the most project engineer jobs?
Boise, Meridian, and Idaho Falls have the most project engineer openings in Idaho. Boise dominates as the state's largest metro with a concentration of construction, utilities, and technology employers, while Idaho Falls and Pocatello see strong demand from the energy sector, Idaho National Laboratory, and regional infrastructure projects that draw engineering talent outside the Treasure Valley.
Are there remote project engineer jobs in Idaho?
Yes, but they're rare. Project engineering is largely a site-based role involving field coordination, inspections, and contractor oversight that requires physical presence. About 44% of project engineer openings tied to Idaho are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be in planning, estimating, or document control functions rather than active construction or operations roles.
How can I get hired as a project engineer in Idaho with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a project engineer associate or junior engineer role at Idaho-based firms like Jacobs, Terracon, or Idaho Power, which regularly bring on new graduates. Registering as an Engineer-in-Training with the Idaho Board of Licensure gives you a concrete credential that signals commitment. Moving laterally from roles like construction inspector, field technician, or CAD designer at an Idaho engineering firm is a well-worn route into the full project engineer title.
Where can I find and apply to project engineer jobs in Idaho?
You can find and apply to project engineer jobs in Idaho on Migrate Mate, which lists current Idaho openings across construction, utilities, manufacturing, and civil engineering. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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