Mechanical Engineer -PE

LRS Federal LLC; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

LRS Federal LLC is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support a VA client on projects in Tuskegee or Montgomery, AL. The role focuses on mechanical and plumbing design oversight, submittal reviews, and field construction management to ensure VA standards and contract requirements are met.

The position requires a PE license and at least six years of design and construction experience, with emphasis on healthcare plumbing systems and HVAC concepts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Minimum of six (6) years of combined, hands-on experience in engineering design and field construction management.
• Specialization in plumbing systems design and healthcare plumbing systems.
• Regulatory mastery of federal, state, and local codes and healthcare facility guidelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and proficiency with technical software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical and plumbing submittals, design documents, and construction execution to VA standards.
• Interpret and apply local, state, and federal codes and healthcare guidelines.
• Track construction progress, update schedules, review RFIs, generate reports, and maintain project records.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison between LRS Federal, VA facility management, contractors, and stakeholders.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

HVAC concepts

Plumbing design

Regulatory/code interpretation

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAЕ software

Project management software

Schedule tracking tools

Job description

LRS Federal is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned company that provides construction management, design engineering, and environmental services to government customers. Our goal is to deliver customer-focused quality solutions in a diverse, dynamic environment where every employee has an opportunity for professional growth and career satisfaction.

As part of our efforts to provide exceptional service, LRS Federal is seeking to hire an Mechanical Engineer(s) to assist our federal government client in managing the quality program of multiple construction and design projects (MEP related) taking place in either Tuskegee OR Montgomery , AL. This position will directly support the Department of Veterans Affairs campuses.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Oversight: Manage and review mechanical and plumbing engineering submittals, design documents, and construction execution to ensure alignment with VA standards and contract specifications.
• Jurisdictional Compliance: Rapidly analyze, interpret, and apply relevant local, state, and federal code requirements, health system guidelines, and project constraints.
• Project Monitoring & Deliverables: Leverage industry-standard software tools to track construction progress, update schedules, review RFIs, generate technical reports, and maintain accurate project record documentation.
• Cross-Functional Communication: Act as the primary technical liaison between LRS Federal, CAVHCS facility management, general contractors, and regional stakeholders to resolve technical challenges efficiently.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Experience: Minimum of six (6) years of combined, hands-on experience in both engineering design and field construction management.
• Specialization: Demonstrated high-level specialization in plumbing systems design and construction (domestic water, sanitary/vent, storm, and healthcare plumbing systems) in addition to core HVAC concepts.
• Regulatory Mastery: Proven ability to quickly master complex federal, state, and local code mandates and healthcare facility guidelines.
• Software & Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, advanced computer literacy, and fluency with technical software used to monitor schedules, manage data, and produce project work products.