Project Engineer
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering is required.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience focused on project management in construction or industrial settings is required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
- Familiarity with SAP is a plus.
- Manage and oversee engineering projects from inception to completion.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives are met.
- Develop project schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.
- Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to identify potential challenges.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Prepare and present project updates to stakeholders.
- Use Microsoft Office and SAP for project management and reporting.
- Five or more years of experience, with a focus on project management in construction or industrial settings, is preferred.
- Previous experience in construction or project support roles within industrial facilities is preferred.
- Experience working with EPC contractors and major equipment suppliers is preferred.
- Project engineering experience in power generation is highly desirable.
About the company
Excel Engineering provides testing services for all powertrain types, including ICE, EV, HEV, hydrogen, and battery systems. Its facilities feature over 40 engine testing cells across three locations, testing up to 5500 HP, and chassis dynos, supporting emissions testing, regulatory compliance, and development work. It also offers battery performance, environmental, and abuse testing, as well as service accumulation and DV/PV testing for OEMs during ramp-ups. The company differentiates itself with a broad, specialized suite of powertrain test capabilities—covering emissions, HV battery systems, e-motors, power transmission, and certification testing for ATV, SXS, motorcycles, and other vehicles under 40 CFR standards—combined with custom test development in collaboration with customers. Its goal is to deliver high-quality, cost-effective testing solutions that accelerate product development and ensure regulatory compliance across traditional and emerging powertrain technologies.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Des Moines, Iowa
Founded
2002
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Fusion's January 2026 investment provides capital for scaling and facility expansion.
- Excel's blue-chip OEM customer base supports repeat testing programs across vehicle lifecycles.
- The Detroit-area Ricardo partnership and battery-testing expansion widen reach into hybrid and EV markets.
What critics are saying
- Fusion's acquisition signals Excel needed outside capital to fund growth and modernization.
- A new Q2 2026 chassis dynamometer launch demands execution; delays would hit OEM credibility.
- Powertrain and emissions testing faces EV transition pressure, threatening core engine-testing demand by 2027.
What makes Excel Engineering unique
- Excel Engineering's 2002-founded testing platform spans engines, batteries, powertrains, and certification.
- Doug Sobotka kept control after Fusion's January 6, 2026 acquisition, preserving continuity.
- Its Mount Ayr Battery Tech Center offers 30+ cells and 2,000-volt testing.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Flexible Work Hours
- Wellness Program
- Professional Development Budget
- Employee Referral Bonus