Senior Mechanical Engineer

Jobtailor

Hawaii

On-site

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design, evaluate, and manage complex government facility systems in Hawaii. You will coordinate with DoD stakeholders to ensure compliance, reliability, and mission readiness across HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and utilities.

The role requires 10+ years of relevant experience, PE preferred, and proficiency with Revit MEP, AutoCAD, and BIM tools. A Secret clearance to start is required, with up to 10% travel.

Qualifications

Minimum 10 years in mechanical/facilities engineering for government or DoD programs.
Experience with HVAC, plumbing, fuel, fire protection, and utility systems.
Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and manage schedules/budgets.
ABET-accredited mechanical engineering degree preferred; PE license desirable.
Experience with AutoCAD, Revit MEP, SolidWorks, and BIM tools.

Responsibilities

Plan, design, and evaluate mechanical systems for government facilities.
Develop calculations, specifications, drawings, and cost estimates.
Review drawings, submittals, and engineering documentation for accuracy and compliance.
Support construction management, field inspections, commissioning, and quality assurance.
Provide mentoring to junior engineers and field personnel.
Promote engineering best practices and continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

HVAC System Design

Construction Management

Professional Engineer (PE)

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited, desired)

Tools

Revit MEP

SolidWorks

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

ArcGIS

Microsoft 365

Job description

Plan, design, and evaluate mechanical systems supporting Government facilities and infrastructure projects
Develop engineering designs, calculations, specifications, drawings, and cost estimates for construction, renovation, sustainment, and modernization projects
Assess HVAC, plumbing, fuel distribution, fire protection, compressed air, and other mechanical infrastructure
Conduct facility inspections, condition assessments, engineering surveys, and technical evaluations
Prepare engineering reports, feasibility studies, lifecycle analyses, and technical recommendations
Review construction drawings, contractor submittals, and engineering documentation for technical accuracy and compliance
Support construction management, field inspections, commissioning, acceptance testing, and quality assurance
Coordinate with Government personnel, subcontractors, utility providers, and host nation agencies
Ensure designs comply with UFC, UFGS, IMC, IPC, NFPA, OSHA, and environmental regulations
Identify deficiencies and recommend modernization strategies to improve reliability, efficiency, and mission readiness
Support contingency engineering, emergency infrastructure restoration, and rapid facility assessments
Maintain engineering documentation, as-built drawings, equipment records, and configuration management
Develop preventive maintenance recommendations and lifecycle sustainment strategies
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and field personnel
Promote engineering best practices, innovation, safety, and continuous process improvement

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering, facilities engineering, infrastructure design, construction management, or mechanical systems supporting Government, Department of Defense, or commercial infrastructure programs
Experience designing, evaluating, or maintaining HVAC, plumbing, fuel, fire protection, utility, or industrial mechanical systems
Experience supporting facility sustainment, modernization, construction, or infrastructure development projects
Experience preparing engineering calculations, specifications, technical reports, and construction documentation
Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary engineering efforts while supporting project schedules, budgets, and operational requirements
Ability to present engineering recommendations and technical briefings to Government and program leadership
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution (desired)
Professional Engineer (PE) license in Mechanical Engineering is highly desirable
Experience supporting overseas military installations, contingency engineering, expeditionary facilities, or infrastructure modernization projects
Experience utilizing AutoCAD, Revit MEP, SolidWorks, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Bluebeam Revu, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, ArcGIS, and Microsoft 365 applications
Knowledge of Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS), ASHRAE standards, International Mechanical Code (IMC), International Plumbing Code (IPC), NFPA standards, and applicable energy and environmental regulations
Professional certifications such as PMP, CEM, CQM, LEED AP, or equivalent engineering and construction certifications are preferred
Secret clearance required to start
Up to 10% travel required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in mechanical engineering and infrastructure design, with a strong focus on HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems. Capable of leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and providing technical guidance to enhance project outcomes.

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