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Remote project development engineer jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed teams hiring across energy, infrastructure, technology, and construction sectors. Employers hiring remotely right now include ICF, PowerSecure, and Ameresco. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Description
Job Title: Project Engineer - Development Engineering
Working Pattern: Fulltime
Working location: Indianapolis, IN or Remote
Relocation assistance will be provided if applicable
Why Rolls-Royce?
At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.
By joining Rolls-Royce, you’ll have the opportunity to create world-class power and propulsion solutions, pushing your problem-solving and ingenuity, to deliver real impact that puts safety first.
You’ll be given responsibility and the opportunity to grow in our high-performance culture. This is Infinite Potential . And it’s your chance to really shine and contribute to one of the world’s most recognized brands and a beacon for engineering excellence.
Position Summary:
As a JSF Project Engineer, you will be part of a cross-functional team responsible for the delivery of the engineering IPT objectives defined by the program. This is an exciting opportunity as you’ll be planning and executing technical projects for propulsion systems components while having responsibility for maintaining the budget and delivery schedule.
In this opportunity, you will get a chance to work within a cross-functional team and be responsible for the delivery objectives of engineering projects and identifies the technical and business requirements for respective projects and coordinates the tasks and resources necessary to deliver to the Program goals and objectives. These projects can include technical design packages and queries in the Production and Sustainment areas of the program as well as Improvement initiatives within New Product Introduction, Cost Reduction, Producibility, Reliability, and Weight reduction.
What you will be doing:
- Managing project technical and schedule needs and effectively leading multi-disciplinary teams comprised of manufacturing, quality, engineering, and purchasing resources to achieve program delivery milestones
- Executing WBS cost account management, integrated planning /scheduling, earned-value assessment, risk management and continuous improvement tasks
- Facilitating multi-disciplinary teams and their completion of project tasks and deliverables in accordance with applicable processes, procedures and regulations
- Leading global multi-disciplinary teams to develop and define component-based and system-level technical solutions
- Planning and structuring complex multidisciplinary work scope for design, analysis and hardware procurement, ensuring compliance with requirements
- Responsible for oversight of subcontractors or subcontracted LiftSystem components and the delivery of hardware and sub-systems equipment as defined by the IPTL
- Reporting technical and business results of assigned projects
- Effectively communicating complex technical aero-mechanical projects with program stakeholders
Basic Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 2+ years of experience in design and/or manufacturing engineering OR;
- Masters degree in Engineering with 0+ years of experience in design and/or manufacturing engineering OR;
- PhD in Engineering with 0+ years of experience in design and/or manufacturing engineering
- In order to be considered for this opportunity, you must be eligible to obtain and maintain security clearance, which requires US Citizenship
Preferred Requirements :
- Technical knowledge of turbo-machinery, gas turbine engines, and mechanical systems
- Trained in project management principles, requirements management, systems engineering, and/or structured verification methods
- Familiarity with Process Management (i.e APQP) and Manufacturing processes (i.e. Fixed Process Approval, FAIR)
- PMP Certification
- Six Sigma Green Belt certification
Our vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future. It’s a bold pursuit, and we never stop striving to go further, faster, and better. We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward. If you’re driven to grow, to learn, and to make a lasting difference, this is where you belong.
Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. We are committed to providing a respectful and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued and everyone can thrive.
Infinite Potential
Job Category
Job Posting Date
Pay Range
Pay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range.
$94,160 - $153,010-Annually
Location:
Benefits
Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Job Description
Job Title: Project Engineer - Development Engineering
Working Pattern: Fulltime
Working location: Indianapolis, IN or Remote
Relocation assistance will be provided if applicable
Why Rolls-Royce?
At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.
By joining Rolls-Royce, you’ll have the opportunity to create world-class power and propulsion solutions, pushing your problem-solving and ingenuity, to deliver real impact that puts safety first.
You’ll be given responsibility and the opportunity to grow in our high-performance culture. This is Infinite Potential . And it’s your chance to really shine and contribute to one of the world’s most recognized brands and a beacon for engineering excellence.
Position Summary:
As a JSF Project Engineer, you will be part of a cross-functional team responsible for the delivery of the engineering IPT objectives defined by the program. This is an exciting opportunity as you’ll be planning and executing technical projects for propulsion systems components while having responsibility for maintaining the budget and delivery schedule.
In this opportunity, you will get a chance to work within a cross-functional team and be responsible for the delivery objectives of engineering projects and identifies the technical and business requirements for respective projects and coordinates the tasks and resources necessary to deliver to the Program goals and objectives. These projects can include technical design packages and queries in the Production and Sustainment areas of the program as well as Improvement initiatives within New Product Introduction, Cost Reduction, Producibility, Reliability, and Weight reduction.
What you will be doing:
- Managing project technical and schedule needs and effectively leading multi-disciplinary teams comprised of manufacturing, quality, engineering, and purchasing resources to achieve program delivery milestones
- Executing WBS cost account management, integrated planning /scheduling, earned-value assessment, risk management and continuous improvement tasks
- Facilitating multi-disciplinary teams and their completion of project tasks and deliverables in accordance with applicable processes, procedures and regulations
- Leading global multi-disciplinary teams to develop and define component-based and system-level technical solutions
- Planning and structuring complex multidisciplinary work scope for design, analysis and hardware procurement, ensuring compliance with requirements
- Responsible for oversight of subcontractors or subcontracted LiftSystem components and the delivery of hardware and sub-systems equipment as defined by the IPTL
- Reporting technical and business results of assigned projects
- Effectively communicating complex technical aero-mechanical projects with program stakeholders
Basic Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 2+ years of experience in design and/or manufacturing engineering OR;
- Masters degree in Engineering with 0+ years of experience in design and/or manufacturing engineering OR;
- PhD in Engineering with 0+ years of experience in design and/or manufacturing engineering
- In order to be considered for this opportunity, you must be eligible to obtain and maintain security clearance, which requires US Citizenship
Preferred Requirements :
- Technical knowledge of turbo-machinery, gas turbine engines, and mechanical systems
- Trained in project management principles, requirements management, systems engineering, and/or structured verification methods
- Familiarity with Process Management (i.e APQP) and Manufacturing processes (i.e. Fixed Process Approval, FAIR)
- PMP Certification
- Six Sigma Green Belt certification
Our vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future. It’s a bold pursuit, and we never stop striving to go further, faster, and better. We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward. If you’re driven to grow, to learn, and to make a lasting difference, this is where you belong.
Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. We are committed to providing a respectful and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued and everyone can thrive.
Infinite Potential
Job Category
Job Posting Date
Pay Range
Pay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range.
$94,160 - $153,010-Annually
Location:
Benefits
Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote project development engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, with civil, electrical, or mechanical being most common
- 3 to 7 years of experience managing capital projects from feasibility through execution
- Proficiency with project scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera P6
- Familiarity with permitting, environmental review, and regulatory approval processes
- Experience developing project budgets, financial models, and cost tracking systems
- Professional Engineer license or progress toward PE licensure preferred for senior roles
Tips for Your Remote Project Development Engineer Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote project development engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Demonstrate async coordination in your materials
Remote project development engineer roles depend on written communication and structured handoffs. Your resume and cover letter should show how you've coordinated across teams without in-person meetings, using tools like project management software, shared documentation, and scheduled status updates.
Highlight full project lifecycle ownership
Remote employers want engineers who can carry a project from feasibility through execution without constant check-ins. Document your ownership of distinct project phases, the decisions you made independently, and the outcomes those decisions produced.
Prepare for remote-specific interview questions
Distributed teams ask how you manage competing priorities without a supervisor nearby, how you escalate blockers in writing, and how you keep stakeholders aligned across time zones. Prepare concrete examples that show your self-management and remote coordination in practice.
Remote Project Development Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote project development engineer job?
Target companies with established remote engineering teams, particularly those in energy development, renewable infrastructure, and technology-driven construction, since these sectors have built the distributed workflows that make remote project development engineer roles viable. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and the ability to manage stakeholders asynchronously. Demonstrating experience with project lifecycle tools, cross-functional coordination, and documented decision-making gives you a real edge over candidates who only list technical qualifications.
Which companies hire remote project development engineers?
Companies hiring remote project development engineers right now include ICF, PowerSecure, and Ameresco, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first firms and distributed teams in energy, infrastructure, and technology sectors account for the largest share of these openings.
Can you get a remote project development engineer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level project development engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one with minimal oversight. Companies most likely to hire entry-level remotely include smaller renewable energy developers and technology-adjacent infrastructure firms. Showing a completed capstone project, relevant internship work, or a portfolio of documented engineering decisions can substitute for direct job experience and open the door to these roles.
Do you need a degree for remote project development engineer jobs?
Usually, but not always. Most remote project development engineer postings list a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field as a baseline, though some employers weigh demonstrated project outcomes, relevant certifications, and hands-on results just as heavily. Candidates who can show a clear history of moving projects from concept through execution, even outside a formal degree path, are seriously considered at many distributed teams.
Which industries hire the most remote project development engineers?
Most remote project development engineer openings sit in Consulting & Professional Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors have built distributed team structures that allow project development engineers to coordinate across geographies without being on-site full time.
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