Project Development Engineer

Position Summary We are seeking a motivated and relationship-driven Project Development Engineer to join our growing industrial construction and maintenance team. This role is ideal for an engineering professional who enjoys working with people, solving customer problems, and developing long-term client relationships within industrial markets. The Project Development Engineer will work closely with industrial customers to identify project opportunities, develop solutions, support estimating and proposal efforts, and help grow both project-based and recurring maintenance business. This individual will serve as a key link between customers, operations, engineering, and project execution teams. This person will develop initial project plans, then efficiently and effectively turn over the project to operations. Our company specializes in: Process piping Structural steel Machinery installation Industrial electrical work Industrial maintenance services Maintenance service agreements Mechanical, piping, and structural engineering design Projects and services are performed across a wide range of industrial and manufacturing environments. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain strong relationships with industrial customers and key decision-makers Identify and pursue new project and maintenance service opportunities Support the development of proposals, estimates, and customer presentations Collaborate with engineering, operations, and estimating teams to develop practical customer solutions Conduct site visits and customer meetings to evaluate project needs and maintenance opportunities Assist in developing and expanding long-term maintenance service agreements Help customers identify improvements related to safety, reliability, maintenance, and operational efficiency Maintain regular communication with customers throughout project development and execution Support business development initiatives and strategic growth efforts Track opportunities and maintain accurate sales activity records Represent the company professionally in all customer interactions Qualifications Required: Bachelor’s degree in engineering required Preferred disciplines: Mechanical Engineering Civil Engineering Electrical Engineering Industrial Engineering 2–6 years of post-college professional experience Strong interpersonal and communication skills Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving ability Ability to build trust and relationships with customers Self-motivated with strong organizational skills Willingness to travel locally and regionally to customer sites Preferred: Experience in industrial construction, maintenance, manufacturing, or engineering environments Exposure to piping systems, structural steel, mechanical equipment, industrial electrical systems, or maintenance operations Experience supporting project estimating, proposals, or customer development activities Understanding of industrial project execution and maintenance environments Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate is someone who: Has both technical capability and strong people skills Enjoys building relationships and interacting with customers Has the personality and desire to succeed in a sales-oriented role Is comfortable discussing technical solutions with industrial customers Is proactive, driven, and customer-focused Works well with both field and office teams Wants to build a long-term career in industrial business development and project sales What We Offer Competitive compensation package Total compensation range: $90,000 - $115,000 Benefits package Company-sponsored health insurance plans Other insurance options 401K matching (4%) Paid holidays and PTO Company-provided vehicle and credit card Company-provided laptop Performance incentive opportunities Career growth and advancement opportunities Exposure to a wide variety of industrial projects and customers Collaborative team environment Opportunity to work alongside experienced construction, maintenance, and engineering professionals Industries Served Our work supports customers in a variety of industrial settings, including: Manufacturing Chemical processing Power generation Pulp and paper Metals and aluminum Automotive Food and beverage Industrial processing facilities Heavy industrial operations Work Location Projects and customers could be statewide (SC) Pay: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) matching Company car Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision insurance Work Location: In person