Mission-Critical Mechanical Engineer, Facility Systems

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 102,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Career development opportunities

Job summary

KBR, for TACOM on a military installation, seeks a Mechanical Engineer (Contingency) to plan, design, manage, and support mechanical systems including HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and industrial equipment. Your work ensures reliability and mission readiness across facilities.

You will develop studies, plans, specifications, and cost estimates; manage execution from planning to completion; supervise testing, commissioning, and inspections; and mentor staff while ensuring compliance with codes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, practices, and standards related to facility and industrial systems.
• Experience with HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, utility distribution, and industrial equipment.
• Ability to prepare, review, and interpret engineering designs, specifications, calculations, and cost estimates.
• Knowledge of codes and standards including ASHRAE, NFPA, and IBC/Mechanical Code requirements.
• Experience managing engineering/construction projects and contractor oversight.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, and MS Office; U.S. Government security clearance eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and manage mechanical engineering projects supporting facility infrastructure and mission requirements.
• Develop and review mechanical system designs, drawings, specs, calculations, and cost estimates.
• Serve as project manager for assigned mechanical projects from planning through completion.
• Conduct studies, facility assessments, and system evaluations to identify deficiencies and propose solutions.
• Provide technical oversight of construction, maintenance, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Inspect mechanical systems to ensure reliability and readiness.
• Coordinate with engineers, architects, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Review submittals and design modifications for compliance with requirements.
• Investigate and resolve complex mechanical issues affecting operations and energy efficiency.
• Mentor engineering technicians and junior staff; support long-range planning.

Skills

Mechanical engineering principles

Project management

Engineering reports

Regulatory compliance

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Security clearance (US)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

KBR, for TACOM on a military installation, seeks a Mechanical Engineer (Contingency) to plan, design, manage, and support mechanical systems including HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and industrial equipment. Your work ensures reliability and mission readiness across facilities.

You will develop studies, plans, specifications, and cost estimates; manage execution from planning to completion; supervise testing, commissioning, and inspections; and mentor staff while ensuring compliance with codes