Summary
Mechanical Engineers are responsible for a variety of tasks, including creating, reviewing, and executing engineering drawings and documents; performing calculations; reviewing the work of other engineers; writing reports and bid evaluations; creating construction schedules and adjusting them based on construction conditions; performing field walkdowns; troubleshooting and problem solving; conducting field sketching and redline drawings; and monitoring daily construction activities, among other duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Review Client’s technical documents and requirements.
- Ensure engineering deliverables meet project technical, schedule, cost and quality objectives.
- Understand isometrics, P&ID, GA, plot plans, 2D CAD drawings and 3D models, specifically for architecture, mechanical engineering, and plumbing system.
- Be familiar with process piping, plumbing, chemical piping, and gas piping fabrication and installation.
- Review piping and electrical racks/supports’ shop drawings and calculations.
- Review, approve and oversee the installation of plumbing system.
- Monitor daily construction activities, troubleshoot and resolve problems.
- Understand industrial, mechanical, and plumbing (water supply and drainage, etc.).
- Identify scope changes and develop change management documents.
- Coordinate with Document Control, Quality, and Project Control teams to ensure all project deliverables are appropriately numbered, compiled, and available for turnover to meet all project deliverables.
- Review documents, design reports, design calculations and drawings in accordance with engineering quality standards and client requirements.
- Interpret all codes and maintain the overall performance of all structural activities.
- Prepare work scope packages, project execution plans, quality plans, and CWP packages.
- Manage engineering activities to ensure compliance with the project scope of work and quality objectives.
- Coordinate with various engineering groups.
- Prepare technical bid evaluations & tabulations.
- Coordinate engineering requirements between the site and engineering offices.
- Ensure construction conforms to drawings and specifications; ensure consistent construction practices are followed in all areas.
- Submit daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports to the site construction office, outlining items of concern such as safety report, non-conformance, materials and weather delays, site clean-up, congestion, infrastructure, manpower loading, quality control and potential contract extras, RFI logs, CR logs, etc.
- Provide prompt responses to field requests (RFI’s) from the construction team and contractors.
- Report construction progress, manpower forecasts, and expenditure forecasts to client.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
- 2–5 years of work experience in a commercial construction environment.
- Experience in semiconductor construction, preferred.
Skills and Competencies
- Understanding of process piping, plumbing, equipment, MAU, AHU, DCC equipment installation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
- Ability to use engineering software, such as AutoCAD, Primavera, Revit, or others.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- High level of attention to detail, and highly organized.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Ability to effectively prioritize responsibilities depending on project needs. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and employees.
- Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence. Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
- Ability to develop and maintain successful relationships with all levels of employees, clients, and subcontractors.
- Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a professional attitude.
- Ability to work in a construction site environment (trailer office).
Language Proficiency
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to communicate in Mandarin, preferred.
Nice to have
- Start‑up experience.
- Verbal communication skills in Mandarin.
- Professional Engineer’s License.
Additional Requirements
- Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license. May be required to travel to other sites within Arizona to perform certain work functions.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that a candidate must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Frequently stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
- Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift heavier items with assistance or mechanical equipment.
- Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach to perform assigned tasks.
- Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, grasp, and operate tools, equipment, or materials.
- Perform repetitive motions involving the hands, wrists, and arms.
- Climb ladders, stairs, or elevated surfaces as required by the job.
- Maintain visual acuity sufficient to read labels, instructions, safety signage, and documentation.
- Maintain balance and coordination while moving materials or operating equipment.
- Ability to work in physically demanding environments requiring frequent movement and manual labor.
Work Environment
- Exposure to dust, noise, vibration, and moving mechanical equipment.
- Indoor and/or outdoor work environments, which may include varying temperatures and weather conditions.
- Work in confined spaces, elevated areas, or active job sites, depending on project requirements.
- Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, and high-visibility vests.
- Interaction with powered industrial equipment, tools, and vehicles.
Disclaimer
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.