Mechanical Field Engineer II

Railroad Construction Company, Inc.; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Railroad Construction Company, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Field Engineer II to support our growing heavy construction projects.

You will work closely with project managers and field teams to coordinate installation, testing, and turnover of process mechanical systems on challenging sites. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and on-site problem solving, including reviewing drawings, P&IDs, and vendor documentation, coordinating equipment setting, rigging, and field changes, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Interprets construction drawings, P&IDs, piping isometrics, general arrangement drawings and vendor documentation.
• Supports field installation of process piping and mechanical equipment.
• Coordinates material deliveries, subcontractors, and equipment installation activities.
• Tracks materials, reports progress, and supports project budget management.

Responsibilities

• Champion a safety-first culture and enforce the safety program.
• Interpret drawings, P&IDs, piping isometrics, and vendor documentation.
• Support field installation of process piping and mechanical equipment.
• Create field sketches and construction details as needed.
• Coordinate equipment setting, rigging, and heavy lifts with field personnel and review lift plans.
• Verify alignment, leveling, and grouting of rotating equipment per vendor/project requirements.
• Provide technical support to field crews and initiate RFIs and field changes.
• Coordinate quality control and QA activities, including weld tracking and inspections.
• Prepare, execute, and compile testing documentation and test packages.
• Maintain project documentation including RFIs, submittals, as-built drawings, daily reports, and traceability docs.
• Support mechanical completion, punch lists, pre-commissioning, and system turnover to owner.

Skills

Reading drawings & P&IDs

Field installation support

Rigging coordination

Quality Assurance coordination

Job description

Join Our Team!
Railroad Construction Company, Inc. is looking for a driven and detail-oriented Mechanical Field Engineer II to support our growing organization. If you're passionate about construction, eager to gain hands-on experience, and ready to grow your career, we want to hear from you!

Join Our Team!
Railroad Construction Company, Inc. is looking for a driven and detail-oriented Mechanical Field Engineer II to support our growing organization. If you're passionate about construction, eager to gain hands-on experience, and ready to grow your career, we want to hear from you!
What You'll Do
As a Mechanical Field Engineer II, you'll work closely with Project Managers and field teams to coordinate the installation, testing, and turnover of process mechanical systems on heavy construction projects. This role involves supporting work on process piping, pumps, compressors, vessels, tanks, and skid-mounted equipment while resolving technical challenges, monitoring progress, and ensuring installations meet project specifications, safety standards, and code requirements.
Key Responsibilities

• Champion a safety-first culture by actively participating in the implementation and enforcement of the Company's safety program
• Interpret construction drawings, P&IDs, piping isometrics, general arrangement drawings, vendor documentation, and project specifications
• Support field installation of process piping, mechanical equipment, and associated supports
• Create field sketches and construction details as needed
• Coordinate equipment setting, rigging, and heavy lifts with field personnel and review lift plans
• Verify alignment, leveling, and grouting of rotating equipment in accordance with vendor and project requirements
• Provide technical support to field crews, resolve field conflicts, and initiate RFIs and field change requests
• Coordinate material deliveries, subcontractors, and equipment installation activities
• Monitor crew and subcontractor quantities, progress, and productivity
• Track materials, report progress, and support project budget management
• Coordinate Quality Control and Quality Assurance activities, including weld tracking, welder qualifications, and inspections with third‑party personnel
• Prepare, execute, and compile testing documentation and test packages
• Maintain and coordinate project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, as-built drawings, daily reports, material receiving records, and traceability documentation
• Support mechanical completion, punch lists, pre-commissioning, and system turnover to the owner
• Attend project meetings and provide progress updates
• Coordinate with field personnel to ensure installations comply with applicable codes, project specifications, and quality requirements