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Staff Project Engineer Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Project Engineer

Ranier, MN · On-site

$95K - $120K/yr

The Project Engineer assists project management in coordinating resources, schedules and ... Mentor and develop field engineering staff * Assist in identifying market opportunities for ...

Project Engineer

Ranier, MN · On-site

$95K - $120K/yr

The Project Engineer assists project management in coordinating resources, schedules and ... Mentor and develop field engineering staff * Assist in identifying market opportunities for ...

Project Engineer

Ranier, MN · On-site

$95K - $120K/yr

The Project Engineer assists project management in coordinating resources, schedules and ... Mentor and develop field engineering staff * Assist in identifying market opportunities for ...

Project Engineer

Hibbing, MN · On-site

$80K - $119K/yr

Mentor junior level engineering staff * Understand and work in compliance with corporate health and ... Ability to create, maintain, and communicate project budgets * Excellent written and verbal ...

Project Engineer

Hibbing, MN · On-site

$80K - $119K/yr

Mentor junior level engineering staff * Understand and work in compliance with corporate health and ... Ability to create, maintain, and communicate project budgets * Excellent written and verbal ...

Project Engineer

Duluth, MN · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Analyze data, prepare reports, and deliver presentations on proposed and ongoing projects to internal staff and clients. * Mentor and oversee junior engineers and technicians. * Perform QA/QC reviews ...

Strong communication skills are required for presentations to factory staffs on technical issues or specific project activity. * 3+ years of experience or full cycle Project Engineering experience.

Project Engineer

Duluth, MN · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Analyze data, prepare reports, and deliver presentations on proposed and ongoing projects to internal staff and clients. * Mentor and oversee junior engineers and technicians. * Perform QA/QC reviews ...

Project Engineer

Hibbing, MN · On-site

$80K - $119K/yr

## Project EngineerApplylocations: Hibbing, MNtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob ... Mentor junior level engineering staff* Understand and work in compliance with corporate health and ...

Project Engineer

Saint Cloud, MN · On-site

$80K - $119K/yr

Mentor junior level engineering staff * Understand and work in compliance with corporate health and ... Ability to create, maintain, and communicate project budgets * Excellent written and verbal ...

Project Engineer

Duluth, MN · On-site

$80K - $119K/yr

Mentor junior level engineering staff * Understand and work in compliance with corporate health and ... Ability to create, maintain, and communicate project budgets * Excellent written and verbal ...

Project Engineer

Saint Cloud, MN · On-site

$80K - $119K/yr

Mentor junior level engineering staff * Understand and work in compliance with corporate health and ... Ability to create, maintain, and communicate project budgets * Excellent written and verbal ...

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How much do staff project engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for staff project engineer in Minnesota is $97,285.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,600.00 and $122,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Staff Project Engineer vs Project Engineer?

AspectStaff Project EngineerProject Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering; often requires professional engineering (PE) licenseBachelor's degree in engineering or related field; PE license may be preferred
Work EnvironmentTypically involved in complex projects, providing technical leadership and oversightFocuses on project execution, coordination, and supporting project managers
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in large engineering firms, construction, and infrastructure projectsCommon across various industries including construction, manufacturing, and consulting

The Staff Project Engineer generally has more experience and takes on technical leadership roles, overseeing complex projects. The Project Engineer supports project execution and coordination. Both roles require engineering credentials, but the Staff Project Engineer often has additional responsibilities and expertise.

What is a staff project engineer?

A staff project engineer is a senior-level engineering professional responsible for leading complex projects, coordinating technical teams, and ensuring project goals are met on time and within budget. They often require strong technical expertise, project management skills, and relevant certifications such as PMP or PE. This role typically involves overseeing design, planning, and execution phases in engineering environments.
Infographic showing various Staff Project Engineer job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,285 per year, or $46.8 per hour.

Staff Project Engineer - Consumer & Life Solutions (Minneapolis)

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

Burns & McDonnell
Civil Engineering Construction • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago


Burns & McDonnell rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

The Staff Project Engineer will provide high level direction to all engineering design efforts for Design-only and/or Design-Build/EPC projects. Design-only projects will encompass engineering design work for traditional design-bid-build projects. Design-Build/EPC projects will encompass all design, procurement and construction management activities.
  • Direct discipline and overall engineering design efforts for Design-only and/or EPC projects.
  • Develop discipline man-hour budgets and work breakdown structure (WBS) codes.
  • Draft overall engineering man-hour budgets.
  • Perform independent quality and completeness reviews of engineering deliverables.
  • Coordinate schedule, budget and progress measurement functions with project controls teams.
  • Coordinate discipline design change notifications and draft client change orders.
  • Direct field engineering services from home office and/or field locations.
  • Prepare project cost estimates.
  • Prepare subcontract plan and subcontractor bid and award packages.
  • Prepare turnover and start-up plans.
  • Responsible for the implementation and use of in-house and client design and construction specifications.
  • Maintain project action item lists and design RFI l.
  • Perform internal and client design reviews.
  • Direct internal progress, status and review meetings: publish meeting minutes.
  • Prepare monthly client status reports.
  • Monitor discipline progress with vendor submittals
  • Direct vendor expediting efforts.
  • Develop vendor quality oversight plans.
  • Direct procurement process (equipment, piping, instruments, etc.)
  • Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Complies with all policies and standards
  • Bachelor Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university and 3 years of detailed engineering design experience for design-only and/or EPC projects. 
  • Strong facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem solving skills.
  • Highly effective communicator with clear and concise writing and presentation skills.
  • High level of attention to detail.
  • Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
  • Ability to develop and manage workplans, schedules and budgets and provide leadership to a diverse project team a plus.
  • Engineers in Training-EIT Certification Preferred
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License Preferred

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Burns & McDonnell assists clients of all sizes and industries by providing extensive physical services ranging from assessments, integrated security solutions, and large security architecture designs. Services we typically provide include security and safety system design, threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments, security surveys, security master planning, compliance to federal security programs, independent validation and verification of integrated security system operations, management of installation and maintenance, and staff augmentation to develop and implement facility management and protection processes.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1898

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