Mechanical Field Engineer

Insight Global (United States); Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Mechanical Field Engineer to support a leading power plant construction company on large-scale energy infrastructure projects in Odessa, Texas. This role will work directly in the field installing, coordinating, testing, and commissioning mechanical systems and equipment, and acting as a liaison between engineering, construction, subcontractors, vendors, and project management.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of field engineering or mechanical construction

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of field engineering, construction engineering, or mechanical construction experience at the Industrial level.
• Experience reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Support the installation and construction of mechanical systems including piping, pumps, valves, boilers, turbines, heat exchangers, and balance-of-plant equipment.
• Review mechanical drawings, specifications, P&IDs, and engineering documentation to support field execution.
• Coordinate daily activities with superintendents, subcontractors, and craft personnel to ensure work progresses according to schedule.
• Assist with RFIs, field change requests, and resolution of design conflicts.
• Verify field measurements, equipment alignment, and installation quality.
• Track material deliveries, equipment status, and construction progress.
• Participate in mechanical inspections, punch walks, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Maintain accurate field reports, redlines, turnover documentation, and project records.
• Ensure compliance with project safety requirements, quality standards, and applicable industry codes.
• Attend construction coordination meetings and provide progress updates to project stakeholders.

Skills

Field engineering

Mechanical drawings

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

Procore

Job description

Job Description

Job DescriptionInsight Global is seeking a Mechanical Field Engineer to support a leading power plant construction company on large-scale energy infrastructure projects. This individual will work directly in the field supporting the installation, coordination, testing, and commissioning of mechanical systems and equipment. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience supporting industrial, power generation, heavy civil, or commercial construction projects and possess strong mechanical aptitude in a fast-paced construction environment.

This role will serve as a key liaison between engineering, construction, subcontractors, vendors, and project management teams to ensure mechanical work is completed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with project specifications.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Support the installation and construction of mechanical systems including piping, pumps, valves, boilers, turbines, heat exchangers, and balance-of-plant equipment.
• Review mechanical drawings, specifications, P&IDs, and engineering documentation to support field execution.
• Coordinate daily activities with superintendents, subcontractors, and craft personnel to ensure work progresses according to schedule.
• Assist with RFIs, field change requests, and resolution of design conflicts.
• Verify field measurements, equipment alignment, and installation quality.
• Track material deliveries, equipment status, and construction progress.
• Participate in mechanical inspections, punch walks, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Maintain accurate field reports, redlines, turnover documentation, and project records.
• Ensure compliance with project safety requirements, quality standards, and applicable industry codes.
• Attend construction coordination meetings and provide progress updates to project stakeholders.

Skills and Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of field engineering, construction engineering, or mechanical construction experience at the Industrial level
• Experience reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with powerplant equipment such as turbines, boilers, HRSGs
• Experience with Bluebeam, Primavera P6, Procore, or similar construction software.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].