MEP Engineer

Blach Construction Company; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous vacation

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

ESOP retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Blach Construction is seeking an MEP Engineer to join the Project Team in Northern California. The role focuses on managing, coordinating, and overseeing MEP installations and commissioning throughout construction, supporting the Project Manager and coordinating with architects, consultants, subcontractors, clients, and inspectors.

The ideal candidate has 1–4 years of experience in commercial construction or MEP engineering, a related Bachelor's degree, and proficiency with industry tools.

Qualifications

• 1–4 years of experience in commercial construction, mechanical contractor, or MEP engineering (general contractor experience preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 1–4 years of experience in commercial construction, MEP engineering, or mechanical/electrical contracting (general contractor experience preferred).
• Strong understanding of commercial building MEP systems and construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Project Engineer for assigned MEP scopes.
• Coordinate project setup within Build and other project-related technology platforms.
• Review, track, and process MEP RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, ASIs, and bulletins.
• Assist the Project Manager in processing PCIs, subcontract change orders, and owner change orders.
• Assist with schedule coordination and sequencing of MEP work.
• Perform jobsite QA/QC inspections to verify installations comply with drawings, specifications, and codes.
• Walk the site regularly with Superintendents to resolve coordination conflicts and address schedule concerns.
• Participate in coordination meetings and resolve field issues related to MEP systems.
• Support commissioning, testing, and inspections in coordination with the commissioning authority and design team.
• Assist with functional testing, deficiency tracking, and resolution.
• Take progress photos and maintain electronic project records.
• Maintain MEP as-built drawings and record documentation.
• Provide on-site support for subcontractors, architects, inspectors, and commissioning agents.
• Review project drawings and MEP design documents for constructability, scope clarity, and coordination.
• Create and maintain submittal and close-out registers from project specifications and drawings.
• Assist with quantity takeoffs, cost estimating, budgeting, and value engineering for MEP systems.
• Develop and review MEP scope narratives and prepare bid packages for subcontractors.
• Coordinate and prepare agendas for MEP subcontractor pre-bid and kick-off meetings.
• Support bidding, leveling, and buyout of MEP subcontractors.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager and Superintendent to review SWPPP requirements, permitting needs, inspections, and site logistics related to MEP scopes.
• Assist in issuing Letters of Intent and Subcontract Agreements for MEP trades.
• Assist with training new Project Team Members on Blach processes and procedures.
• Create and manage MEP close-out registers.
• Collect and review O&M manuals, warranties, test reports, training documentation, and as-built drawings.
• Coordinate final inspections, commissioning completion, Owner turnover, and demobilization activities.
• Complete internal project close-out verification.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Proactive, self-motivated

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Build

Bluebeam

Excel

BuildingConnected

CMiC

Procore

Job description

Position Available: Spring/Summer 2026

Title: MEP Engineer

Reports to: MEP Manager

Summary of Position

The MEP Engineer is a key member of the Project Team responsible for managing, coordinating, and overseeing the successful installation and commissioning Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection scopes throughout construction. This role combines traditional Project Engineer responsibilities with specialized technical coordination of MEP scopes, assisting the Project Manager in ensuring that quality, safety, schedule, and cost expectations are achieved. The MEP Engineer works with Architects, Consultants, Subcontractors, Clients, and Inspectors to resolve issues efficiently and provide excellent customer service to all stakeholders.

Typical Duties

• Serve as the primary Project Engineer for assigned MEP scopes
• Coordinate project setup within Build and other project-related technology platforms
• Review, track, and process MEP RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, ASIs, and bulletins
• Assist the Project Manager in processing PCIs, subcontract change orders, and owner change orders
• Assist with schedule coordination and sequencing of MEP work
• Perform jobsite QA/QC inspections to verify installations comply with drawings, specifications, and codes
• Walk the site regularly with Superintendents to resolve coordination conflicts and address schedule concerns
• Participate in coordination meetings and resolve field issues related to MEP systems
• Support commissioning, testing, and inspections in coordination with the commissioning authority and design team
• Assist with functional testing, deficiency tracking, and resolution
• Take progress photos and maintain electronic project records
• Maintain MEP as-built drawings and record documentation
• Provide on-site support for subcontractors, architects, inspectors, and commissioning agents
• Review project drawings and MEP design documents for constructability, scope clarity, and coordination
• Create and maintain submittal and close-out registers from project specifications and drawings
• Assist with quantity takeoffs, cost estimating, budgeting, and value engineering for MEP systems
• Develop and review MEP scope narratives and prepare bid packages for subcontractors
• Coordinate and prepare agendas for MEP subcontractor pre-bid and kick-off meetings
• Support bidding, leveling, and buyout of MEP subcontractors
• Collaborate with the Project Manager and Superintendent to review SWPPP requirements, permitting needs, inspections, and site logistics related to MEP scopes
• Assist in issuing Letters of Intent and Subcontract Agreements for MEP trades
• Assist with training new Project Team Members on Blach processes and procedures
• Create and manage MEP close-out registers
• Collect and review O&M manuals, warranties, test reports, training documentation, and as-built drawings
• Coordinate final inspections, commissioning completion, Owner turnover, and demobilization activities
• Complete internal project close-out verification

Skills & Qualifications

• 1-4 years of experience in commercial construction, mechanical contractor, or MEP engineering (general contractor experience preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
• 1–4 years of experience in commercial construction, MEP engineering, or mechanical/electrical contracting (general contractor experience preferred)
• Strong understanding of commercial building MEP systems and construction processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Build, Bluebeam, Excel, BuildingConnected, and familiarity with CMiC, Procore, or similar platforms preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
• Proactive, self-motivated, solutions-oriented, and eager to learn
• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills

Location

Northern California (Bay Area)

Position Status

Full-time, regular business hours, exempt.

Compensation

• including a highly competitive base salary
• an initial three weeks of paid vacation (growing to four weeks after five years of service)
• holidays
• sick leave
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) retirement benefit
• long-term disability insurance
• cash bonuses based upon performance
• student loan paydown assistance
• paid parental leave
• professional development and education assistance
• credit union membership
• wellness reimbursement
• professional affiliations
• many other benefits

The company practices a progressive management style that truly values and appreciates high-quality team members and invests a tremendous amount in their growth and development.

About Blach Construction

Founded in 1970, Blach Construction is an award-winning, financially stable mid-sized commercial general contractor and construction manager with headquarters in San Jose, with operations in the Greater Bay Area and the Los Angeles region.

Repeatedly named a “Best Place to Work” by the Silicon Valley Business Journal and San Francisco Business Times and recognized as one of Engineering News-Record’s “Top Contractors in California,” a multiple-time recipient of the Associated General Contractors’ “Construction Safety Excellence Award.” Blach is guided by its core values of quality, transparency, respect, and teamwork. We are known for building exceptional projects, fostering innovation, and giving back to the communities.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, ongoing training and development opportunities through Blach University, and a dynamic, collaborative work environment where teamwork and excellence are encouraged and supported. Learn more at www.blach.com.

Blach Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.