Mechanical Engineer/ Plumbing

SteerBridge; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 160,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Federal Holidays

Job summary

SteerBridge seeks a Mechanical Engineer with Plumbing Specialization in Washington, DC, to support major renovations at the Washington, DC VA Medical Center. This role focuses on design and construction phases for complex healthcare projects while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and over 6 years of experience, particularly in plumbing systems for healthcare settings. The position offers a competitive salary of $160,000 - $170,000 along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional experience in design and construction, specializing in plumbing systems.
• Experience with mechanical contractors and commercial/HVAC plumbing systems.
• Healthcare facility construction/renovation experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide plumbing engineering expertise across design and construction phases.
• Review and provide professional recommendations on scope documents.
• Support QA/QC efforts, identifying project risks and code compliance issues.
• Coordinate with mechanical contractors in a live hospital environment.
• Help ensure renovation work meets safety and continuity-of-care standards.

Skills

Plumbing engineering expertise

Building codes knowledge

Construction materials/methods

Design drawing review

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

SteerBridge Strategies is a modern technology company delivering innovative, mission‑focused solutions to the U.S. Government and private sector. Leveraging deep expertise in federal acquisition, digital transformation, and emerging technologies, we deliver agile, commercial‑grade capabilities that accelerate operational effectiveness and drive measurable mission success.

At the core of SteerBridge is our people—especially the veterans whose leadership, problem‑solving mindset, and commitment to excellence elevate every project we support. We don’t simply hire exceptional talent; we cultivate it, creating meaningful career pathways for veterans, military spouses, and professionals who share our passion for advancing technology and strengthening the missions we serve.

Be part of a historic wave of VA hospital modernization.

We're seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a Plumbing Specialization (CM-MP) to support one of the most active construction programs at the Washington, DC VA Medical Center — a facility currently undergoing major infrastructure upgrades as part of VA's largest-ever single-year modernization investment. Ongoing work at this campus includes the conversion of an inpatient unit into a new 28-bed ICU/Ventilator Unit, rooftop mechanical system upgrades, and coordinated improvements across HVAC, electrical, and plumbing infrastructure — all while keeping a live, occupied hospital fully operational for the veterans it serves.

This is hands‑on, high‑visibility work: you'll be engaged in design and construction phases for complex healthcare renovation projects, not routine maintenance. You'll help shape how a major VA medical center adapts its physical plant to modern clinical standards, working alongside a construction management team responsible for pre‑design, design, procurement, and construction phase services.

What You’ll Do

• Provide plumbing engineering expertise across design and construction phases of active healthcare renovation projects
• Review and provide professional recommendations on scope documents, submittals, and RFIs
• Support QA/QC efforts, identifying project risks, code compliance issues, and constructability concerns
• Coordinate with mechanical contractors and multidisciplinary teams to keep projects moving in a live hospital environment
• Apply local, state, and federal jurisdictional codes to healthcare‑specific plumbing and MEP systems
• Help ensure renovation work meets the safety, compliance, and continuity‑of‑care standards required in an occupied VA medical facility

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Federal Holidays

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution
• 6+ years of professional experience in design and construction, with a specialization in plumbing systems — ideally in commercial, institutional, or healthcare settings
• Experience with mechanical contractors and commercial/HVAC plumbing systems
• Strong grasp of building codes, permitting, and construction materials/methods
• Comfort reviewing design drawings and providing constructability recommendations
• Healthcare facility construction/renovation experience is a plus

Required

• U.S. Citizenship
• Eligibility to obtain a Public Trust Clearance and VA PIV badge

$160,000 - $170,000 a year

$160,000–$170,000/year, commensurate with experience, plus health/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) with matching, PTO, and paid federal holidays.

SteerBridge Strategies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants and employees are treated with respect and dignity—regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require assistance during the application process, we encourage you to reach out so we can support your needs.