Junior Engineer

The Junior Project Engineer will support the engineering, production, and project management teams throughout the life cycle of fabrication projects. This role is ideal for a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate or someone with 1-3 years of experience who wants exposure to real-world manufacturing, engineering review, procurement, quality control, and customer projects.

The successful candidate will work directly with experienced leadership and play a critical role in helping projects move from award through delivery.

Responsibilities

Engineering & Technical Support

• Review project specifications, plans, and contract documents
• Assist with shop drawing and submittal review
• Coordinate engineering documentation between customers, vendors, and internal teams
• Support technical reviews of fabrication and design requirements
• Help maintain project records and drawing revisions

Purchasing & Procurement

• Generate and track purchase orders
• Solicit and compare supplier quotations
• Follow up with vendors regarding material availability and delivery schedules
• Maintain material tracking logs and procurement documentation

Production & Project Coordination

• Assist in monitoring project schedules and production milestones
• Coordinate communication between engineering, production, sales, and customers
• Help manage project documentation from award through completion
• Track critical action items and follow up to ensure deadlines are met

Quality Assurance & Documentation

• Maintain manufacturing quality records and documentation
• Review inspection reports and fabrication documentation for completeness
• Support customer submittals and closeout packages
• Assist with regulatory, ASME, UL, and customer documentation requirements

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred

• 0-3 years of engineering or manufacturing experience
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software
• Exposure to manufacturing, fabrication, construction, or industrial environments
• Experience with project coordination, purchasing, or quality systems

Mass Tank is one of New England's premier tank companies, specializing in the fabrication of custom steel tanks for a wide range of industries and applications — from flammable and combustible storage to chemical containment to food-grade processing. We also supply polyethylene and fiberglass tanks, tank accessories, and a full suite of field services.
Our inspection division, Mass Tank Inspection Services (MTIS), delivers aboveground and underground storage tank inspection, testing, and repair services to federal, military, and private-sector facilities nationwide. Our team holds certifications including API 653, API 510, API 570, STI SP001, NACE, and NDT qualifications — and performs work at sites ranging from VA Medical Centers and military installations to industrial plants and municipal water systems. This role supports that team directly.
We're a family-owned company with a 100-year legacy, a team-oriented culture, and a business that's actively scaling. If that sounds like a fit, we'd like to hear from you