Project Engineer I

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases

. Manage capital equipment projects from order receipt through shipment and final documentation .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeNorth Las Vegas • Nevada • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing capital equipment projects, including project planning, scheduling, and compliance with industry standards. Proficient in technical documentation, cost estimation, and cross-departmental collaboration to ensure project success.

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Project ManagementMechanical EngineeringCost EstimationDesign ComplianceTechnical Documentation

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Hard Skills

Project SchedulingCost EstimationTechnical StudiesDesign Plans DevelopmentBills-of-Materials CreationCAD SoftwareManufacturing DocumentationTesting ProceduresProject Specification ReviewRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingCommunicationCollaborationOrganizational SkillsAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

CAD SoftwareMER/ERP Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical EngineeringEIT/PE Preferred

Industry Keywords

Capital Equipment ProjectsExplosive Environment SafetySupplier LiaisonProject DocumentationCustomer Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage capital equipment projects from order receipt through shipment and final documentation
Review project requirements and develop design plans for Design Engineering
Create and review submittal and manufacturing documents
Schedule, plan, forecast, resource and manage technical project activities
Organize and control engineering project elements
Develop project objectives with the Project Manager
Determine project specifications from product design, customer requirements and performance standards
Complete technical studies and prepare cost estimates
Design and conduct tests to confirm product performance
Assist with design and project expediting
Develop and maintain project schedules, monitor progress and resolve problems
Review project designs, specifications and plans; manage changes and recommend actions
Review project cost implications with the Project Manager
Prepare project status reports and recommend actions
Create and modify Bills-of-Materials in CAD and MER/ERP
Create and revise project documentation according to supplier document lists
Liaise between departments, suppliers and customers regarding project design requirements
Review product designs for project specifications and industry regulatory compliance
Coordinate with Design Engineering to ensure timely, compliant designs
Oversee testing and address non-conforming material issues
Travel domestically and internationally to meet customers and suppliers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
2+ years of related experience
Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be accepted
EIT/PE preferred
Valid driver’s license required for travel to customer sites
Ability to obtain a passport
Ability to safely work in a potentially explosive environment
Ability to wear required Nikkiso-provided PPE
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs may be required
Ability to work overtime, including weekdays, weekends, nights and/or holidays as workload dictates
Ability to travel domestically and internationally
Ability to perform required physical activities, including standing, walking, sitting, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping or kneeling, talking and hearing, and using fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls

Benefits

Comp & perks

Reasonable accommodations for work environmental and physical demands under the Americans with Disabilities Act
New employee safety training and ongoing job-specific training
Employer-provided personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety shoes, safety glasses, face shields, FR clothing, cryogenic gloves, cryogenic apron, cut-resistant gloves, safety gloves, hearing protection, hard hats and dust masks
Equal opportunity and inclusive work environment