Construction Discipline Engineer (CDE) - Mechanical/Piping

Loxo; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Edgewater Technical Associates seeks a Construction Discipline Engineer (Mechanical/Piping) to lead field construction activities at the Savannah River Site. Responsibilities include planning, constructability reviews, and coordination with design teams to ensure safe, compliant installations.

The role requires ASME piping knowledge, radiological work readiness, and the ability to work extended field periods in a demanding environment. U.S. citizenship and DOE clearance readiness preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Mechanical Eng with 5+ years of field construction experience
• Associate degree in Mechanical Eng with 5–10 years of field construction
• High school diploma with 10+ years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee field construction activities within the mechanical/piping discipline.
• Review designs for constructability and resolve field issues with Design Engineers.
• Inspect materials, equipment, and workmanship for code compliance.
• Develop work execution plans and hazard analyses.
• Support start-up and turnover activities for systems.

Skills

Pipe fabrication

Pipe installation

Pipe testing

P&ID interpretation

ASME B31.1/B31.3

HVAC piping

Design interpretation

Work packages

Hazard analysis

Radiological work

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering

High school diploma with experience

Tools

Asset Suite

DOE project tools

Job description

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Construction Discipline Engineer (CDE) - Mechanical/Piping opportunity to support the Savannah River Site.

Application Deadline: 10/20/26 (by Noon ET)

Construction Discipline Engineer (CDE) – Mechanical/Piping – (4 positions)

The CDE-Mechanical/Piping Field Engineer will be responsible for planning and technical oversight of field construction activities within a specified discipline associated with procurement, fabrication, installation, modification and maintenance of systems and components. Coordinate with Design agencies to ensure timely issuance of new design or design changes. Walk-down and review designs for constructability, resolve design problems encountered in the field during construction and meet with and discuss solutions with Design Engineers. Inspect/verify materials, equipment, and construction workmanship and assure compliance with drawings, specifications and code requirements. Coordinate with Quality Control to ensure the installation meets the requirements. Participate in turnover activities. Support/participate in start-up and functional check out of equipment and systems. This position requires a thorough understanding of Construction Engineering principles and ability to apply these principles to field conditions. Experience in the preparation of computer-based construction work execution plans (Work Packages) including job specific hazards analysis, i.e. Asset Suite and Assisted Hazard Analysis or equivalent.

Education/Years of Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least five (5) years of practical experience in construction mechanical field engineering OR an Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering and five to ten (5-10) years of practical experience in construction mechanical engineering OR a high school diploma and ten (10) + years of practical experience in construction mechanical engineering.

Skills/Experience:

• Experienced with pipe/tubing fabrication and installation and pipe support fabrication and installation.
• Experienced with pipe testing, hydrostatic and pneumatic.
• Familiar with National Codes ASME Piping codes B31.1 and B31.3.
• Capable of interpreting design drawings, P&ID’s and Orthographics.
• Knowledge of SRS specific piping guides and standards is a plus.
• Familiar with National Codes and Standards (ASME relative to Tank fabrication/installation, rotating and stationary Equipment, H&V, Insulation, etc.) and capable of interpreting and analyzing requirements to ensure compliance.
• Experienced in H&V fabrication/installation/testing.
• Experienced in setting of equipment, pumps and alignments.
• Knowledge of SRS specific mechanical guides and standards is a plus.
• Experience in developing ordinary and critical lift plans is a plus.
• Experience in radiological work planning and hazard analysis is desirable.
• Capable of climbing and spending extended periods of time in the field.
• Capable of obtaining qualifications to work in radiological work areas.
• Working knowledge of discipline specific codes and standards.
• Previous experience with generating work execution plans (preferably utilizing the Asset Suite work control system).
• Previous experience with generating job hazards analysis.
• Previous experience performing material take off and procurement.

Other Job Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” security clearance (an active DOE clearance is not initially required to perform assigned duties).

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support our growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that our customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.