Mechanical Engineer-Department of Defense

The Building People; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Rx

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance/AD&D

Long Term Disability and Short-Term DI

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Job summary

The Building People, LLC, seeks a Mechanical Engineer for Department of Defense projects. You will design and support facility control systems (UMCS, HVAC, DDC, SCADA) and prepare specifications, drawings, and sequences of operation.

You will collaborate with senior engineers and field teams to deliver code-compliant, reliable systems. Responsibilities include testing, commissioning, as-built updates, and O&M inputs while coordinating with project managers.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in electrical and/or mechanical engineering.
• Experience designing engineered solutions for UMCS, HVAC controls, DDC, SCADA, FAS, ESS, and metering.
• Proficiency with load and capacity calculations, diagrams, schedules, and sequences of operation.
• Experience supporting factory/site tests and commissioning activities.
• Familiarity with applicable codes (NFPA, UFC, UFGS, IBC, ASHRAE standards).
• Ability to read drawings and prepare technical reports; strong communication with stakeholders.
• Eligible for Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and provide technical support for facility control system projects.
• Prepare calculations, drawings, specifications, and sequences of operation.
• Coordinate interfaces between power and controls; support submittals and RFIs.
• Assist with factory/site/integrated system testing and commissioning.
• Produce as-built updates and O&M inputs; support field teams.

Skills

UMCS design

HVAC controls

DDC systems

SCADA

FAS

ESS

Metering

Load calculations

One-line diagrams

Sequences of operation

Field surveys

Technical reporting

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (electrical or mechanical)

Advanced degree in engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SKM

ETAP

TRACE

HAP

Job description

The Building People, LLC, has a position open for a full-time Mechanical Engineer - Department of Defense. The Mechanical Engineer provides design and technical support for facility control system projects, including UMCS, HVAC controls and DDC, SCADA, Fire Alarm Systems, Electronic Security Systems, and metering. Responsibilities include preparing calculations, drawings, specifications, and sequences of operation; coordinating power and controls interfaces; assisting with submittal reviews and RFIs; supporting factory and site testing, integrated system testing, and commissioning; and producing as-built updates and O&M inputs. This role supports a Department of Defense mission and collaborates with senior engineers, project managers, and field teams to deliver code-compliant, reliable systems.

Required Experience & Skills

• Five (5) years of experience in Electrical and/or Mechanical engineering, including at least three (3) years in the functional area aligned to this work.
• Demonstrated experience developing engineered designs and documentation for UMCS, HVAC controls and DDC, SCADA, FAS, ESS, and metering.
• Proficiency preparing load and capacity calculations, one-line diagrams, panel schedules, wiring and control diagrams, hydronic and airside schematics, sequences of operation, point lists, and equipment schedules.
• Experience supporting factory tests, site tests, integrated system tests, and final acceptance; coordinating deficiency resolution and as-built updates.
• Working knowledge of applicable criteria and codes, including UFGS, UFC, NFPA 70 and 72, NFPA 101, ASHRAE 55/62.1/90.1, IMC, IBC, and relevant industry standards.
• Familiarity with IC S cybersecurity touchpoints that influence design (for example: network segmentation, PPS allowlisting, secure configurations) in coordination with cybersecurity teams.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications, perform field surveys, and prepare clear technical reports.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordination with stakeholders and preparation of technical deliverables.
• Ability to travel to active project sites, including secure facilities.

Preferred Experience & Skills

• EIT/FE credential; progress toward PE licensure.
• Experience with Revit and AutoCAD; for electrical, SKM or ETAP; for mechanical, TRACE or HAP.
• Experience integrating legacy systems with new DDC and enterprise monitoring platforms.
• Commissioning support experience and familiarity with three-phase inspections and QC coordination.
• Prior experience on federal task order contracts for facility modernization or control systems programs.

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (electrical or mechanical) from an accredited university or college.

Preferred Education

• Advanced degree in engineering or related discipline.

Clearance

• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Travel

• Minimum 25% to job sites CONUS and OCONUS as required by task orders.
• Salary offered will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and certifications.
• Our positions may require a background screening and clearance directly from the Government.
• Please note that telework arrangements are subject to change based on customer requirements.

Additional Information

• Medical & Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay

All positions require a background check after acceptance of our offer. The selected candidate will be eligible to begin employment before the background check has been finalized. However, continued employment will be contingent upon the results of your reference/background check from The Building People, LLC. Your position may require special credentialing, clearance, and access as a condition of employment. In the event the government or client does not sponsor or approve your clearance, it may result in termination of your employment.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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