Project Engineer job summary
A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.
Example of a Project Engineer job summary
We are looking for a Project Engineer who can help to plan projects and establish the criteria by which project success will be measured. The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing project inspection criteria, coordinating the review of project designs and ensuring the proper implementation of project elements. If you are a detail-oriented professional with over 5 years experience in project management, we encourage you to apply for this position.
Project Engineer responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.
- Collaborate with the Senior Engineers to create more efficient methods and maintain profitability
- Develop the specifications for all equipment that is required for each project
- Create the framework used to develop and monitor project metrics and manage the collection of project data
- Formulate realistic parameters for each project, including design elements and implementation procedures
- Establish the methods by which all field tests are administered and develop various ways to monitor the quality of those tests
Project Engineer qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field required
- 4+ years’ related field and project planning experience
- Excellent project management skills desired
- Must have strong written and verbal communication skills
- Field management experience a plus
- Enterprise-level computer platform experience required