Mechanical Engineer

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to provide engineering services to the United States Coast Guard in Juneau, AK. This role involves detailed project support, engineering troubleshooting, and technical evaluations within the 17th Coast Guard District. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience, including proficiency in AutoCAD and familiarity with building codes. The work will be primarily office-based with potential field visits for contracts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in Mechanical engineering.
• Hands-on experience with AutoCAD required.
• Demonstrated experience in National Building Codes and Mechanical Engineering sub-disciplines.
• Advanced Mechanical degrees highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide Mechanical engineering services for CEU Juneau.
• Conduct comprehensive technical reviews of studies and reports.
• Collaborate with project managers and contractors on engineering issues.
• Provide technical reviews for project designs.
• Travel to assess contract performance and evaluate projects.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

AutoCAD

Project management

Technical analysis

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Bowhead is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to fill the role of Interdisciplinary Engineer and provide engineering services to United States Coast Guard (USCG) Mechanical Engineering Unit (CEU) Juneau. Position is located at USCG CEU in Juneau, AK, in support of projects throughout the 17th Coast Guard District (D17) area of responsibility (AOR). Services include independent technical reviews, project scope development, field investigation, planning, specifications, drawings (in AutoCAD), cost estimating, problem and conflict resolution, scheduling and design production, and facility condition assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide Mechanical engineering services for the CEU Juneau in support of work associated with projects on the Advanced Acquisition Plan and other inserted projects.
• Provide Mechanical engineering troubleshooting and/or consultations, providing technical and project advice and guidance to CEU Juneau Project Managers.
• Conduct comprehensive technical reviews of professional studies, reports and analysis.
• Collaborate with managers, other engineers/architects, construction project managers, legal staff, contract specialists and contractor personnel, providing advice and insight on the resolution of unique and/or complex engineering problems and disputes.
• Provide technical reviews and review comments for project designs, including Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build efforts.
• Provide technical responses for A/E and contractor requests for information and coordinates with CEU Juneau Project Manager in developing Scopes of Work for required contract modifications.
• Provide facility condition assessments and evaluations throughout D17.
• Travel (potential for overnight) to meet with CEU Juneau staff and review contract performance is required. Other travel may include occasional travel to operational & construction sites in USCG District 17 Area of Responsibility (D17 AOR Alaska Maritime Region).

Qualifications

• This position requires a minimum of 5 years of work experience in the Mechanical engineering field.
• A minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience with AutoCAD is required.
• Candidate must have received a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• Must have demonstrated experience in National Building Codes (IBC, IRC & associated reference codes) and Mechanical Engineering sub‑disciplines including heating, air conditioning, ventilation, plumbing, fuel systems, tanks, pumps, piping, steam, and minor structural, etc.
• Advanced (Master’s and/or PhD) Mechanical degree(s) from an ABET accredited program highly preferred.
• Licensed Professional Engineer or other professional licenses, certifications, or specialized training related to position highly desirable.
• Additional experience designing projects in Alaska and/or arctic locations and/ or demonstrated experience developing/reviewing technical packages for architect and engineering (A/E) services and performance specifications is preferred.

Work Environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is primarily sedentary and is performed in a normal office environment. Some overnight travel may be required and the contractor may be exposed to risks associated with field work which may include moderate stress such as being exposed to adverse weather, riding in small aircraft, climbing ladders, crawling under buildings, etc.

Physical Demands

Physical Demands:
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically

Security Clearance Requirements

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a clearance at the Public Trust level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Public Trust clearance at this location.