Sr Mechanical Construction Engineer

Beyond New Horizons; Tullahoma (TN); On-site; USD 121,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Continuing education assistance

Multiple healthcare benefits packages

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Beyond New Horizons is seeking a Senior Mechanical Construction Engineer at Arnold AFB, TN. This role involves executing construction engineering projects for the U.S. Air Force, requiring expertise in engineering codes and project management.

Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, at least 10 years of relevant experience, and the ability to obtain security clearance. The position offers excellent benefits, including competitive salaries and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Must be able to obtain DoD Secret clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Execute the construction engineering specialist program.
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
• Provide technical interpretation of design documents.
• Prepare material take-offs and procure needed resources.
• Coordinate construction activities and prepare punch lists.
• Analyze solutions for problems of varying complexity.
• Travel as needed for business-related matters.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Technical knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

10 years’ experience for Grade 10

12 years’ experience for Grade 11

Job description

Senior Mechanical Construction Engineer

Location: Arnold AFB, TN

The Senior Mechanical Construction Engineer will work as a member of an integrated team responsible for maintaining and sustaining the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex.

Job Duties

• Execute the construction engineering specialist program, which includes the exchange of engineering information among the client, design engineer, and company project.
• Perform technical administration of contracts.
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable codes and standards for a project.
• Provide technical interpretation of design documents in support of construction managers, superintendents, and contractors and provide specific expertise for problem‑solving activities.
• Prepare material take‑offs as well as initiate and prepare requisitions for the procurement of services, materials, and equipment necessary to support the project schedule.
• Coordinate the completion of construction activities in assigned systems and prepare punch lists to ensure the readiness of systems for release for turnover to the client or for start‑up.
• Maintain liaison with the design engineer to schedule and coordinate the release of construction design documents in support of the construction schedule.
• Provide marked‑up drawings and information required for the preparation of as‑built drawings.
• Interpret the intent and requirements of the design documents; ensure design drawings are reviewed for completeness and constructability; and ensure drawings are marked‑up and information provided as required for the preparation of as‑built drawings.
• Coordinate, obtain, and provide responses to Requests for Information (RFI) as required.
• Coordinate engineering input and analysis on project progress, compliance, and close‑out reports.
• Provide the technical and construction engineering expertise required to support the project.
• Provide technical evaluation of bid proposals.
• Participate in pre‑construction planning efforts and development phases of projects, including the coordination and implementation of the constructability review program.
• Analyze and make independent recommendations regarding solutions to problems with varying complexity in accordance with organization and/or project objectives and guidelines.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Plan and organize own work assignments, as well as carry out tasks from management staff.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and global standards.
• Effectively develop and apply the Core Skills to the job.
• May need to travel to attend to business‑related matters.
• It is a condition of employment to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy.
• Perform other duties as required.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Grade 10 (L10): Minimum of 10 years’ experience in engineering or construction or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Grade 11 (L11): Minimum of 12 years’ experience in engineering or construction or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret level security clearance and access to the AEDC local area network.
• Due to Air Force security requirements, U.S. citizenship is required for employment at AEDC.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors.
• Job‑related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job.
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal statutes and guidelines.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a time‑conscious and time‑effective manner.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries.
• Continuing education assistance.
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Paid time off (PTO) and a federally recognized holiday schedule.

Salary

Grade 10 (L10): $121,000 – $162,000 per year
Grade 11 (L11): $137,000 – $183,000 per year

Employment Eligibility

U.S. citizenship is required. At this time BNH will not sponsor any applicants for employment authorization or offer any immigration‑related support for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BNH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, and any other grounds for discrimination prohibited by applicable law.