EPG Project Manager

Who We Are:

From Georgia. For Georgia.  Since 1914 Yancey Bros. Co. has proudly served as the authorized Caterpillar equipment dealer for Georgia, providing our customers with the highest quality sales, parts and service.  From Caterpillar heavy and compact construction equipment to on-highway trucks, generators, & industrial engines, we remain committed to learning more about our customers, offering equipment and support to keep up with their changing needs.  This all starts with our greatest asset…our employees.

What You Will Be Doing:

The Project Engineer serves as the primary technical resource for power generation and distributed energy projects, ensuring the successful design, coordination, installation, and commissioning of systems that meet customer needs and operational requirements. This role applies engineering expertise to support project development, manage technical risks, coordinate cross-functional resources, and deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions while maintaining compliance with applicable standards and company policies.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage engineering aspects of projects from initial concept through design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and project closeout.
• Develop and review technical designs, single-line diagrams, layouts, specifications, calculations, and equipment selections to ensure compliance with customer requirements and applicable codes.
• Provide technical support to sales, project management, service, and operations teams during project development and execution.
• Coordinate with customers, consulting engineers, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support project managers by identifying technical risks, resolving engineering issues, and maintaining project schedules and budgets.
• Prepare and review project submittals, drawings, technical documentation, RFQs, and equipment procurement packages.
• Perform engineering analysis and evaluate system performance for power generation, electrical distribution, controls, energy storage, and related equipment.
• Conduct site visits to gather project requirements, verify installation conditions, troubleshoot issues, and support commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, engineering best practices, safety requirements, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Collaborate with Caterpillar and allied vendors to identify optimal technical solutions and maintain expertise in current product offerings and technologies.
• Support testing, startup, and commissioning activities to ensure systems operate as designed and meet customer expectations.
• Assist in developing standard engineering procedures, templates, and best practices to improve quality, consistency, and operational efficiency.
• Provide technical training and mentorship to project managers, technicians, sales personnel, and other team members as needed.
• Participate in project reviews and lessons-learned meetings to drive continuous improvement and enhance future project performance.
• Maintain effective communication with customers and internal stakeholders regarding technical scope, project status, and resolution of engineering concerns.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Participate in required safety programs, and work in a safe manner.
• Complete applicable Caterpillar and allied-vendor product, application, controls, and commissioning training as assigned.
• Additional duties as assigned by manager.

Who We Are Looking For:

To be successful in this position you should have excellent organizational and time management skills, be proactive in the approach of taking care of issues before they become problems, and collaborate with Yancey Sales Reps to exceed our customer’s project expectations.  You should possess a strong sense of urgency and desire to provide superior customer service. The ability to take direction and work in a team environment is essential to this position as well.

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience supporting complex power generation or distributed energy projects preferred.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

• Proficiency with CAD and engineering design software; AutoCAD and SolidWorks experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, power generation equipment, controls, and related industry standards.
• Ability to read, interpret, and develop technical drawings, specifications, single-line diagrams, and project documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical troubleshooting skills with careful attention to detail.
• Effective project coordination, organization, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information to customers and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with customers, consulting engineers, contractors, vendors, sales, project management, service, and operations personnel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and project documentation tools.
• Maintain required technical certifications and continuing education relevant to assigned responsibilities.
• Professional Engineer (PE), Engineer-in-Training (EIT), project management, or other relevant industry certification preferred but not required.

Physical Demands:

• Occasionally Lift/Carry/Lower 15-30 LBS., seldom lift Lift/Carry/Lower +30 LBS.

Values:

At Yancey Bros. Co, we are always looking to add people to our team who share our core values:

• Safety: We value the lives and health of our team and customers above all else.
• Integrity: We are ethical and trustworthy, demonstrate respect for others, and communicate truthfully and promptly.
• Teamwork: We work as one across our organization for the benefit of our customers.
• Excellence: We strive to be the best, continuously improving our customers’ experience and the solutions we provide.
• Sense of Urgency: We respond quickly to customer needs and hold ourselves accountable for results.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate the following values:

• Acting in a safe manner
• Exhibiting honesty and integrity
• Acting in a fair and ethical manner
• Team mentality
• Delivering quality results
• Embraces change / improvement
• Exhibiting superior customer service skills
• Exhibiting pride and ownership
• Working with a sense of urgency
• Exhibiting a winning attitude 

What We Offer:

Yancey Bros. Co. offers a full benefits package that includes aggressive compensation levels, full medical, vision and dental coverage, employee wellness programs, paid vacations and more.

Competitive Pay Structure

• Competitive Pay
• Individual Bonus Opportunities Available
• 401k Plan Strong Company Match
• Employee Profit Sharing
• Financial Wellness Coaching
• Business Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Wellness Program

• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Group Life Insurance

Personal Time Off

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave 

Career Development

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training 
• Advancement Opportunities

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