At Associated Electric, we’re on a mission to provide reliable, affordable electricity to our member-owners. As a Project Engineer – Capital Projects, you’ll play a key role in delivering large-scale capital initiatives that directly impact our long-term success. If you're driven by strategic thinking, cross-functional collaboration, and seeing major infrastructure projects come to life—this could be the opportunity for you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading the full lifecycle of capital projects—from planning through execution and closeout
• Overseeing contracts and ensuring compliance with technical, commercial, and regulatory requirements
• Collaborating with internal departments and external partners to align engineering, legal, procurement, and construction efforts
• Tracking project budgets and timelines, ensuring cost control and timely delivery
• Identifying and managing risks to protect cooperative interests and maintain project momentum
• Communicating progress and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (engineering, construction management, project management) or equivalent industry experience
• Typically, a minimum of 3 years of experience supporting or managing industrial or large commercial projects
• Experience with project management principles and cross-functional coordination
• Understanding of contract terms and exposure to procurement or negotiations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and familiarity with collaboration platforms like SharePoint
• Strong communication and analytical skills, with an ability to navigate both technical and business challenges

Working Conditions:

This role is primarily office-based but includes travel to plant and construction sites (25–30%).