Construction Mechanical Engineer

TekWissen ®; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

TekWissen is seeking a Construction Mechanical Engineer for a 12-month onsite assignment in Georgetown, KY. The role focuses on startup, commissioning, and oversight of mechanical systems in a major automotive project.

The candidate will review design documents, coordinate with contractors, and ensure compliance with codes and safety standards. Required 10+ years in industrial/commercial construction, a Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering, and OSHA 10; PMP and AutoCAD/Bluebeam skills are highly

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial or commercial construction projects.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Automotive or industrial manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate mechanical building system startups and commissioning.
• Review submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs.
• Coordinate weekend shutdowns with contractors and facilities teams.
• Prepare field engineering status reports for Project Managers.
• Oversee field construction activities and ensure compliance with drawings and specs.
• Coordinate RFIs and Field Change Orders.

Skills

Construction management

Field inspections

Communication skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

Job Title: Construction Mechanical Engineer

Location: Georgetown, KY 40324

Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Onsite

Shift Timings: Not Provided

Pay Rate: $ 56.02-56.02/Hr

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide.

Our client is a recognized prominent global enterprise in the automotive sector, listed among the top 50 companies in the Global Fortune rankings. As a leading player in the global automotive industry, our client manufactures vehicles in 27 countries and effectively markets them across over 170 countries and regions worldwide.

Description:

• Facilitate mechanical building system startups & commissioning activities.


• Provide subject matter expert assistance in review of product and equipment submittals, shop drawings, engineering design drawings and specifications, & contractor RFIs.


• Extensive knowledge of safety procedures and OSHA requirements including Lock-Out, Electrical Safe Work Practices, Control of Hazardous Energy, & arc flash safety.


• Possess extensive knowledge of building codes and industry standards (IBC, NEC, NESC, NFPA, ASME, AMCA, ARI, AWS, ASHRAE, FM).


• Coordinate weekend and plant shutdown work with contractors, plant facilities groups, & manufacturing shops.


• Conduct work progress inspections on a continuous basis.


• Support construction administration activities: scheduling, quality confirmations, coordination meetings, and utility outages.


• Conduct inspections of mechanical systems for compliance with specifications, quality standards, & codes.


• Oversee mechanical contractors for adherence to project delivery methods, schedule milestones, & coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare field engineering status reports for Project Managers.


• Provide input to improve project technical specifications and standards.


• Effectively communicate technical matters in written & verbal formats.


• Ability to multi-task, manage time, & prioritize project commitments.


• Implement building construction projects to support site needs.


• Coordinate construction scheduling and communication.


• Manage daily construction and RFI support.


• Act as liaison between field construction and project management.


• May handle estimates, schedules, materials, and purchase orders.


• Supervise construction activity in the field.


• Coordinate equipment delivery, installation, and scheduling.


• Knowledge of general building construction methods.


• Monitor equipment installation for compliance with drawings and specifications.


• Coordinate RFIs and Field Change Orders.

Requirements:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/ mechanical

Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in industrial or commercial construction projects.


• Strong technical knowledge of construction means and methods.


• Proficient drawing review and field application abilities.


• OSHA 10 certification.


• Ability to manage construction schedules daily, weekly, and monthly.


• Ability to stand, stoop, and walk in large industrial plants for extended periods.


• Ability to ascend & descend stairs to roof or equipment rooms.


• Automotive or industrial manufacturing experience.


• 5+ years in mechanical design field.


• Good organizational and communication skills.


• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project.


• Proficient in AutoCAD & Bluebeam

Additional Requirements:

• PMP Certification


• OSHA 30 certification


• Familiar with Autodesk Construction Cloud/Build

TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.