Project Engineer – Federal Facilities & Capital Assessments
Benefits:
Holiday Pay
Long-Term Disability
Short-Term Disability
Life Insurance
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Why This Role Matters
As a Project Engineer, you will support the Architect of the Capitol (AOC), helping steward and modernize some of the nation’s most important civic and historic facilities. Your work will directly inform capital investment decisions for the U.S. Legislative Branch—combining engineering expertise, project leadership, and public-sector mission impact.
This is an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical or Electrical Engineer to lead facility condition assessments, guide technical teams, and develop actionable recommendations that shape long-term infrastructure planning across a complex federal campus.
Position Summary
The Senior Project Engineer supports facility condition assessments and capital planning initiatives for a major federal facilities program. This role manages multiple concurrent assessment projects while providing technical engineering oversight for building systems evaluations, equipment deficiency reviews, and technical report development.
The position blends project management, technical leadership, and engineering analysis to ensure accurate, high-quality work products that inform capital improvement strategies—while navigating federal design standards, sustainability requirements, and historic preservation constraints.
You’ll Be a Strong Fit If You Have
A Mechanical or Electrical Engineering background
Experience leading facility assessments or capital planning efforts
Strong technical judgment in reviewing building systems and equipment deficiencies
Confidence in managing multiple projects simultaneously
Interest in federal, public-sector, or historic facilities
Key Responsibilities
Project Management & Delivery
Manage multiple concurrent facility assessment and engineering projects
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, consultants, and stakeholders
Lead project status meetings and provide clear progress reporting
Ensure timely, high-quality delivery of all project deliverables
Technical Engineering & Assessments
Conduct engineering studies, feasibility analyses, and building systems assessments under Program Manager direction
Review mechanical or electrical system conditions and identify improvement needs
Provide technical oversight for assessment methodologies and data collection
Review designs, specifications, drawings, and calculations for building systems
Ensure compliance with federal codes, sustainability requirements, and historic preservation standards
Reporting, QA & Capital Recommendations
Oversee the development of comprehensive technical assessment reports
Perform technical review and quality control for all deliverables
Develop detailed work scopes and capital improvement recommendations
Evaluate lifecycle costs and benefits for equipment replacement or modernization
Ensure clarity, accuracy, and alignment of reports with program objectives
Collaboration & Technical Leadership
Provide engineering guidance and mentorship to project teams
Serve as a technical liaison to agency stakeholders and program leadership
Collaborate with architects, preservation specialists, and other disciplines
Support executive-level briefings and stakeholder presentations
Promote consistent application of engineering standards across projects
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (required)
Master’s degree in Engineering or related field (preferred)
Professional Experience
Approximately 8–12 years of progressive experience in mechanical or electrical engineering for building or infrastructure projects
Experience managing multiple concurrent technical or engineering projects
Background in facility condition assessments, capital planning, or asset management
Experience providing technical oversight for engineering reports and deliverables
Strong project coordination and stakeholder communication skills
Technical Expertise
Engineering studies and feasibility analyses
Facility condition assessments (FCA) and equipment deficiency analysis
Development and quality assurance of technical reports
Review of mechanical or electrical designs and calculations
Familiarity with federal codes, standards, and sustainability requirements
Preferred Experience
Experience working with federal agencies (e.g., AOC, GSA, USACE, NAVFAC, or other federal entities)
Background in historic facilities or preservation-sensitive projects
Experience with energy efficiency, sustainable building systems, or facility modernization
Experience supporting capital improvement plans or investment strategies
Licenses & Certifications
Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred, not required)
FE / EIT certification
PMP or similar project management credential (a plus)
Candidates with strong federal facilities, assessment, or technical leadership experience are encouraged to apply, even if not all preferred credentials are met.
About GoldenWolf
GoldenWolf is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Women-Owned Small Business providing comprehensive facility management and professional services to federal agencies. The company specializes in facility condition assessments, quality assurance, construction management, capital planning, and technical advisory services across civilian and defense sectors.
GoldenWolf partners with federal clients to ensure the long-term performance, safety, and stewardship of mission-critical public facilities—while offering engineers meaningful work, stability, and opportunities for professional growth.
Learn more at www.goldenwolf.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity
GoldenWolf, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to any protected status, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.