Mechanical Construction Engineer

Kaygen, Inc.; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaygen, Inc. is hiring a Mechanical Field Engineer for on-site work at TMMK, Georgetown, KY. A 12‑month assignment with travel to Canada and Mexico is described, requiring 10+ years in construction, OSHA 10, and strong design review skills.

This role demands coordination of start‑ups, RFIs, and field changes across multiple sites. The candidate will manage scheduling, site inspections, and liaison duties between field teams and project management, with deep knowledge of building codes and safety

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in industrial or commercial construction projects.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Automotive or industrial manufacturing experience is a plus.
• 5+ years in mechanical design field.
• Proficient in AutoCAD & Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate mechanical building system startups & commissioning activities.
• Review submittals, shop drawings, engineering designs and specs; respond to RFIs.
• Follow safety procedures compliant with OSHA requirements including Lock-Out and arc flash safety.
• Coordinate weekend and plant shutdown work with contractors and shop facilities.
• Monitor compliance with codes (IBC, NEC, NFPA, ASME, AWS, ASHRAE, etc.).
• Support project management with scheduling, RFI handling, and field coordination.
• Oversee field construction activities and coordinate equipment delivery and installation.
• Coordinate RFIs and Field Change Orders and communicate progress to PMs.

Skills

10+ years experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/mechanical

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Kaygen, Inc. a diverse award-winning global business services and technology solutions partner with Global Fortune 500 companies.

Title: Mechanical Field Engineer

Location: TMMK, 1001 Cherry Blossom Way, Georgetown, KY 40324

Duration: 12 months with the possibility of extension

Remote/On-site/Hybrid: On-Site

Overtime: 20%

Travel: 10% (Canada and Mexico)

Experience level: 10+ years of experience in industrial or commercial construction projects.

Shop floor: Construction site and shop floor

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.

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

KAYGEN is an award-winning global business, providing top talent for technology-based solutions and staffing services for over 23 years. We specialize in providing high-volume contingent staffing, direct hire staffing and project-based solutions to companies worldwide ranging from startups to Fortune 500 and Managed Service Providers (MSP) across a wide variety of industries. For more information please visit us at www.kaygen.com