Senior Project Engineer

Mantis Innovation

Senior Project Engineer delivering utility and infrastructure improvements for Mantis Innovation, a technology-enabled managed facility services provider. Leading assessments, feasibility studies, engineering design, and project implementation support.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in utility system modernization and energy efficiency, with strong capabilities in project management, technical analysis, and client collaboration. Proficient in developing project scopes, conducting feasibility studies, and delivering engineering recommendations for infrastructure improvements.

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Utility System ModernizationEnergy Efficiency SolutionsFeasibility StudiesProject ManagementTechnical Analysis

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Hard Skills

Engineering AnalysisCost EstimationLifecycle Cost AnalysisROI EvaluationHVAC SystemsMechanical SystemsUtility SystemsProject ScopingTechnical RecommendationsDesign Engineering

Soft Skills

Client CollaborationIndependent ManagementReliable Follow-ThroughFlexibilityCoordination

Certifications & Qualifications

PE LicenseCertified Energy ManagerLEED AP Credential

Industry Keywords

Infrastructure ImprovementsSite SurveysEnergy AnalysisOperational ImprovementInvestment-Grade EstimatesDesign-Build CoordinationTechnical ReviewsField WorkSafety ComplianceClient Needs Assessment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Help clients identify, design, and implement utility and infrastructure improvements.
Conduct site surveys and collect technical, operational, utility, and cost data to establish project baselines and identify client needs.
Analyze facility infrastructure, utility systems, and operating conditions to identify energy, water, and operational improvement opportunities.
Perform feasibility studies and technical evaluations for utility modernization and energy efficiency solutions.
Develop project scopes, engineering assumptions, savings calculations, and investment-grade cost estimates.
Prepare technical recommendations, project economics, and supporting documentation for client proposals and decision-making.
Lead design engineering activities for approved projects, ensuring technical quality and alignment with project objectives.
Coordinate internal and external engineering resources to deliver design work on schedule and within scope.
Manage engineering support for project implementation, including design-build coordination, technical reviews, and integration of applicable incentives or funding opportunities.
Complete assigned site surveys, feasibility studies, and investment-grade cost estimates by committed deadlines.
Develop technical scopes, project economics, and engineering recommendations contributing to qualified project opportunities.
Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and project partners and provide reliable follow-through.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field.
5-10 years of experience in development, design, or delivery of utility system modernization, energy efficiency, or related infrastructure projects.
Experience supporting industrial and/or commercial projects.
Technical experience with utility, HVAC, mechanical, or related infrastructure systems.
Ability to independently manage engineering work and coordinate with clients, internal teams, and external partners.
PE license, Certified Energy Manager credential, LEED AP credential, or similar professional certification preferred.
Strong financial and economic analysis, including lifecycle cost analysis, ROI evaluation, and development of business cases for capital infrastructure improvements preferred.
Ability to travel to and move throughout client facilities, including navigating stairs, ladders, uneven surfaces, and confined or restricted equipment areas.
Ability to wear PPE, high-visibility clothing, and safety footwear as required by site policies.
Flexibility to accommodate client schedules, site access restrictions, project deadlines, commissioning activities, or field work outside normal business hours.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
FSA
HSA
401k Matching
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible hybrid work schedule (for office-based employees)
Professional development opportunities