Project Engineer-in-training or Engineer

Project Engineer (Contract) – Renewable Energy & Water Treatment Location: Type: Full-Time Contract | Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm Non-Exempt | Immediate Start AD Energy is seeking a Project Engineer (Contract) on behalf of a client partner operating a newly commissioned renewable energy and industrial water treatment facility in Pasco, Washington. This role is ideal for a mechanically bias engineer who thrives in a hands-on environment and is passionate about optimizing equipment performance and operational reliability. You’ll be at the heart of plant operations—analyzing mechanical systems, troubleshooting issues, and driving improvement initiatives across critical equipment. Monitor and analyze equipment performance using Excel and SCADA system data 5 Whys) for mechanical failures and anomalies Recommend and implement both short-term and long-term corrective actions Collaborate with equipment manufacturers, plant operators, and engineering leadership Maintain detailed performance logs and deliver weekly performance reports Participate in daily operations meetings, providing technical insight on system issues 3–5 years of experience in mechanical maintenance, reliability engineering, or similar ~ Solid working knowledge of pumps, valves, chains, lubrication systems, and other mechanical components ~ Proficiency in Excel and confident managing performance tracking data ~ Experience applying root cause analysis and maintenance best practices ~ Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent field experience) Familiarity with SCADA systems and operational data analytics Background in industrial water treatment, process equipment, or manufacturing environments Blend of hands-on equipment assessment and desk-based data analysis Daily collaboration with operators, contractors, and cross-functional engineering teams Agile, lean team culture focused on continuous improvement and fast issue resolution