Project Engineer

About Terra-Vaults

Terra-Vaults is transforming how underground power and telecom infrastructures are built. We design and manufacture advanced polymer-concrete and resin-based enclosures, pads, and lids used by major telecom providers, utilities, and infrastructure contractors across the U.S. Our solutions support the country's fiber and power grid expansion with high-performance, long-lasting products based on leading-edge technologies.

We're a fast-growing company with major customer traction, industry credibility, and a leadership team that believes great engineering drives competitive advantage.

Why Terra-Vaults is a Great Place to Build Your Career

• Meaningful Impact: You will directly influence products going into nationwide utility and telecom networks.

• Variety & Ownership: You will take projects from concept to testing to commercialization.

• Fast Decisions, No Red Tape: Great ideas move quickly here, and engineers are listened to.

• Multi-Disciplinary Exposure: You'll work with R&D, manufacturing, customers, state DOTs, and national industry standards.

• Invested in Growth: We train, mentor, and give exposure to engineering, materials science, testing, regulatory, and operations.

This role is ideal for someone who wants responsibility, visibility, and a chance to shape real industrial products - not just make drawings in a cubicle.

Role Summary

We are seeking a talented Project Engineer (3–7 years experience) to lead and support engineering initiatives across product development, testing, customer-driven modifications, and certification. This position works closely with customers, state DOT decision makers, manufacturing operations, and the Terra-Vaults leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

The Project Engineer will:

Product Development & Customization

• Design, model, and document new enclosures, pads, and resin based products

• Modify existing designs based on customer specifications and field performance

• Translate DOT standards, utility specifications, and customer requirements into manufacturable designs

Testing & Certification

• Coordinate and execute performance testing (e.g., AASHTO, SCTE-77, ASTM methods, tier/load testing)

• Support DOT approval processes, including documentation, drawings, data packages, and testing reports

• Work with third-party labs as needed for mechanical, environmental, and certification testing

Manufacturing & Operations Support

• Work with operations to design and improve production equipment, fixtures, molds, and tooling

• Assist with process optimization for throughput, safety, and yield

• Troubleshoot production issues tied to materials, molds, and curing

Project & Customer Support

• Interface with customers, distributors, and utilities to understand technical needs

• Support field evaluations and sample testing programs

• Create engineering documentation, drawings, change notices, and bill of materials

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Civil, Materials, Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline

• 3–7 years of engineering experience in product development, manufacturing, or industrial hardware

• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks strongly preferred)

• Experience with mechanical/structural testing or performance standards

• Strong documentation ability (drawings, test reports, technical communication)

• Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously

Preferred (Nice to Have):

• Exposure to composite materials, polymer concrete, plastics, or cast products

• Experience with DOT, utility, or telecom infrastructure products

• Familiarity with ASTM, AASHTO, SCTE-77, or similar standards

• Experience working with manufacturing operations or production tooling

• Ability to run FEA, load simulations, or durability analysis

Personal Characteristics

• Curious and motivated to figure things out

• Comfortable talking to customers and operators - not just sitting behind CAD

• Thrives in fast-moving, entrepreneurial environments

• Hands-on mindset with willingness to get into the plant or field when needed

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Performance bonus eligibility

• Health, dental, and vision coverage

• Paid time off and holidays

• Professional development support