Mechanical Construction Engineer II

Acciona; Fleming-Neon (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem during deployment

Company vehicle for project activities

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

ACCIONA Energía seeks a Mechanical Engineer II – Construction to support North American renewable energy projects. The role oversees mechanical construction, ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to designs and standards.

It acts as a SME, coordinating with engineering teams, contractors, and QA/QC requirements throughout construction, commissioning and turnover to operations. The position requires 3–5 years in mechanical engineering, familiarity with renewables or industrial construction, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• EIT certification preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer.
• Experience in renewable energy, power generation, utility, or industrial construction projects preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with project management software such as MS Project or Primavera is a plus.
• Experience with AutoCAD is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed to support project requirements.
• Due to equipment and project safety requirements, this position may be subject to specific weight limitations.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical construction activities to ensure compliance with project specs and QA/QC requirements.
• Serve as SME for mechanical construction, supporting reviews, coordination, and RFIs.
• Monitor construction quality and ensure conformance with plans and codes.
• Maintain project documentation including submittals, RFIs, change orders, drawings, logs.
• Participate in project meetings, commissioning, testing, startup, and turnover.
• Monitor safety and environmental compliance; support safety programs and KPI tracking.
• Support training and development of new Construction Engineers and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

EIT certification

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Primavera

MS Office

Job description

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self‑consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.

ACCIONA Energía is seeking a Mechanical Engineer II – Construction to support the construction of renewable energy projects across North America. This role oversees mechanical construction activities, ensuring work is completed safely and in accordance with engineering designs, quality standards, contract requirements, and regulatory requirements. The Mechanical Engineer – Construction serves as a mechanical subject matter expert, supports contractor and engineering coordination, and helps drive successful project delivery from construction through commissioning and turnover to operations.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee contractor and subcontractor for mechanical construction activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, engineering drawings, quality standards, contract requirements, and industry standards.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for mechanical construction, supporting engineering reviews, contractor coordination, design reviews, and RFI management.
• Monitor construction quality to ensure all work is installed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, ACCIONA QA/QC requirements, applicable codes, and industry best practices.
• Maintain project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, change orders, drawings, meeting minutes, logs, and construction records.
• Participate in project meetings, commissioning activities, testing, startup, and project closeout to support a successful turnover to operations.
• Monitor safety and environmental compliance, support BUILD SAFE implementation, conduct root cause analyses, identify cost‑saving opportunities, and assist with project reporting and KPI tracking.
• Support the training and development of new Construction Engineers and provide technical guidance to project teams as needed.

Required Skills and Competencies

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• EIT certification preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer.
• Experience in renewable energy, power generation, utility, or industrial construction projects preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with project management software such as MS Project or Primavera is a plus.
• Experience with AutoCAD is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices.
• Willingness to travel as needed to support project requirements.
• Due to equipment and project safety requirements, this position may be subject to specific weight limitations.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Pay & Benefits:

• Base Pay: $85,000 - $110,000
• Bonus: 10%
• Eligible for company‑provided per diem during project deployment periods and a company vehicle for authorized business transportation related to project activities.
• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), HSA company contributions, and FSA options.
• Benefits after 90 days: 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting, life insurance, disability coverage, paid parental leave, and other optional plans.
• 15 days of PTO(with 1 additional day per year of service), 9 public holidays, and 2 flexible holidays.
• $50 monthly reimbursementfor health, wellness, or fitness-related memberships and equipment.

Working Conditions:

• Position is project-site based, with occasional rotation to office work, and requires temporary relocation for the duration of construction activities.
• Employees work on a rotational Rest & R&R schedule designed to support work‑life balance during project deployment, with schedules varying based on project needs and construction activities.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, heavy equipment operations, uneven terrain, climbing structures, and working at elevated heights.

Job Location:

Fleming Solar Farm

650 Lantern Ridge Dr

Flemingsburg, KY 41041

Physical Requirements, Accommodations, & Accessibility Statement

Seeing & Comprehension:

Ability to read and comprehend documents, reports, computer screens, and other written or electronic information. (50-100%)

Communication & Hearing:

Ability to communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and others. (50-100%)

Standing & Walking:

Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods, as applicable to the role. (50-100%)

Climbing, Stooping & Kneeling:

Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, climb, or perform similar physical activities, as applicable to the role. (50-100%)

Hand & Finger Dexterity:

Ability to use hands and fingers to operate equipment, tools, keyboards, or other devices. (50-100%)

Color Recognition:

Ability to distinguish different colors, where required by the position. (50-100%)

If you need any reasonable accommodation at any stage in the recruitment or selection process, please indicate it in the application form.

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.