Project Engineer III
Location: Marion, Michigan
Country: United States
Category: Engineering
Workplace Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Contract
Posted Date: April 3, 2026
Job ID: 646246
Job Description
Project Engineer III
Location: Marion, MI
Contract: 6 months
Schedule: 40 Hours
Pay: $45-$48/hour, DOE
The Planet Group is looking for a Project Engineer III to join our well-known Fortune 500 client on a 6-month contract, working an onsite schedule from Marion, MI.
Project Engineer III | Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program
- 5+ years of applied ABET engineering experience
- Experience in the design, construction, and/or operation of natural gas compressor station equipmentExperience in reviewing designs to assure compliance with engineering design standards, applicable codes,
- constructability, and industry standards.Knowledge of CFR 49 Part 192 Transportation of Natural and Other Gas by Pipeline (Minimum Federal Safety Standards), and/or Michigan Gas Safety Standards Guide MGSS),
- Knowledge of ASME Codes & Standards e.g., ASME B31.8, ASME B31.3, ASME B31.1, ASME B16.5/16.47, ASME BPVC, etc.
- Knowledge of API Specifications & Standards e.g., API 5L, API 6D, API 1104, etc.
- Experience in procurement of engineered material, equipment, and professional services.
- Experience coordinating and developing contract documents (RFP documentation), specifically engineering drawings and technical specifications for both consulting and construction
- Provide engineering support for project development activities including feasibility studies, conceptual engineering design, and cost estimating.
- Oversee the development of detailed design documents by external Engineers of Record.
- Review engineering drawings and calculations that detail plans and specifications for construction projects.
- Develop technical specifications and bid documents for detailed engineering, engineered equipment, materials, and construction contracts.
- Lead the technical bid evaluation for detailed engineering, equipment, materials, and construction contracts.
- Communicate effectively stakeholders to ensure all technical aspects of the project objectives are met.
- Perform shop inspection visits to supplier facilities to ensure quality and adherence to specifications.
- Perform field engineering and support the resolution of construction issues.
- Support testing and commissioning of new equipment and facilities.
- Identify, analyze, and recommend corrective actions to technical issues identified in the field during project execution and/or initial operation.
- Assist project management and project controls with the development of project schedules and budgets.
- Attend project coordination meetings.
- Participate in the closeout of projects including turnover of project files and record documents.
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About The Planet Group
The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities in the areas of technology, engineering, accounting & finance, digital marketing, and manufacturing.
As one of the largest staffing companies in the US, we operate with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results – building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.
