Project Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin
Project Engineer jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, with strong demand in construction, manufacturing, and civil infrastructure. Major employers with lasting Wisconsin footprints include Johnson Controls, Kohler, and Huron Consulting Group, along with large public works contractors tied to the state's ongoing infrastructure investment. Openings range from entry-level field roles to senior project leads, with the most consistent demand in mechanical systems, civil engineering, and industrial manufacturing projects. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Launch Your Engineering Career With Us!
Do you thrive on solving problems, managing projects, and working directly with customers?
We're looking for a **Junior Applications & Project Engineer **to join our growing team and help bring innovative products from concept to production.
In this role, you'll collaborate across departments, support new product launches, coordinate prototypes, and work closely with customers to ensure project success. If you're organized, driven, and ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you!
Why Join Us:
- Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art-equipment
- Opportunities to expand your skillset and progress in your career
- Family-oriented culture
- Stable full-time employment with 25+ years of continued growth
- Employee events throughout the year including company picnics, baseball, football, and soccer outings, and team activities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with generous company contribution
- Paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
- 401k retirement savings plan with generous company match
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid holidays
What You'll Do:
- Analyze customer drawings and specifications to evaluate manufacturing feasibility.
- Support prototype development, manufacturing, and procurement activities.
- Coordinate APQP activities and drive successful new product launches.
- Work directly with customers to understand and achieve product requirements.
- Assist with project planning, tracking, budgets, and milestone management.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and suppliers to keep projects moving forward.
- Provide technical support for new products and manufacturing processes.
- Help resolve customer quality concerns and support corrective actions.
- Track action items, identify risks, and ensure deadlines are met.
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A sense of urgency and commitment to delivering results.
Launch Your Engineering Career With Us!
Do you thrive on solving problems, managing projects, and working directly with customers?
We're looking for a **Junior Applications & Project Engineer **to join our growing team and help bring innovative products from concept to production.
In this role, you'll collaborate across departments, support new product launches, coordinate prototypes, and work closely with customers to ensure project success. If you're organized, driven, and ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you!
Why Join Us:
- Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art-equipment
- Opportunities to expand your skillset and progress in your career
- Family-oriented culture
- Stable full-time employment with 25+ years of continued growth
- Employee events throughout the year including company picnics, baseball, football, and soccer outings, and team activities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with generous company contribution
- Paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
- 401k retirement savings plan with generous company match
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid holidays
What You'll Do:
- Analyze customer drawings and specifications to evaluate manufacturing feasibility.
- Support prototype development, manufacturing, and procurement activities.
- Coordinate APQP activities and drive successful new product launches.
- Work directly with customers to understand and achieve product requirements.
- Assist with project planning, tracking, budgets, and milestone management.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and suppliers to keep projects moving forward.
- Provide technical support for new products and manufacturing processes.
- Help resolve customer quality concerns and support corrective actions.
- Track action items, identify risks, and ensure deadlines are met.
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A sense of urgency and commitment to delivering results.
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Project Engineer Job Market in Wisconsin
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Manufacturing
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Construction & Real Estate
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project engineer jobs across Wisconsin.
- Engineer-in-Training or Professional Engineer licensure recognized by the Wisconsin Engineering Examining Board preferred
- Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering from an accredited program
- Experience managing project schedules, budgets, and subcontractor coordination on construction or manufacturing projects
- Proficiency with project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Microsoft Project
- Strong familiarity with Wisconsin building codes, OSHA regulations, and permit processes
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with clients, contractors, and internal teams
Project Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project engineer in Wisconsin?
The standard path begins with a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited program, followed by passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to become an Engineer-in-Training under the Wisconsin Engineering Examining Board. After gaining qualifying work experience, candidates pursue licensure as a Professional Engineer through the same board. Many Wisconsin employers hire project engineers at the EIT stage, especially in construction management, civil, and industrial roles where PE licensure is a career milestone rather than a day-one requirement.
Which companies hire project engineers in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin project engineer roles are posted by Milwaukee Tool, Michels, and Ring & DuChateau and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Wisconsin's manufacturing base and active public infrastructure pipeline mean openings appear frequently with both large industrial employers and regional engineering and construction firms throughout the state.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most project engineer jobs?
Milwaukee, Madison, and Waukesha hold the most project engineer openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee drives the largest share through its concentration of manufacturing headquarters, commercial construction activity, and engineering firms, while Madison's infrastructure projects and state government contracts sustain steady demand, and Green Bay's industrial and commercial development adds a strong regional market for project engineers.
Are there remote project engineer jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they're rare. About 38% of project engineer openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-coordination nature of most project engineer roles. The portions of the work most likely to allow remote flexibility include project documentation, scheduling, budget tracking, and client reporting, while field oversight and contractor coordination almost always require an on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a project engineer in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for project engineer associate or project coordinator roles with large Wisconsin construction and manufacturing employers, which regularly hire recent graduates from programs at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Milwaukee School of Engineering, and Marquette University. Companies like Johnson Controls and Komatsu Mining run structured early-career programs for new engineering graduates. Completing your Fundamentals of Engineering exam, building a portfolio of coursework projects, and gaining any co-op or internship experience in civil, mechanical, or industrial settings strengthens a candidacy considerably.
Where can I find and apply to project engineer jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to project engineer jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state. Find roles that match your experience and specialty and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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