Mechanical Engineer

Overview

ME prepares drawings, specifications, schedules and cost estimates for design projects. Directs inspectors in construction management activities and solves construction issues as they arise. Develops engineering standards for installation facilities construction. Develops and champions the installation’s goal to provide quality facilities. Evaluates plans/criteria and completes special analyses supporting engineering efforts accomplished by others. Provides technical expertise on a variety of engineering activities. Leases with customers and supervisors to plan, manage, design, and supervise the construction of projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop plans for installation of systems, utilization of facilities, or construction of structures that comply with programmed scope and costs.
• Determine work classification of project scope and work with contract programmer on issues arising from such determinations.
• Draft/supervise drafting of detailed plans and construction documents.
• Assure drawings are prepared in compliance with appropriate drawing (tri-service) standards.
• Prepare detailed statements of work for construction projects.
• Confer with customer/supervisor to determine project details, such as scope of work, timing of work, phasing requirements, plan preparation, acceptance issues, special conditions, or other matters.
• Participate in contract solicitation, bid review, award, and pre-work activities.
• Assure contract documents (e.g. signed drawings, purchase requests, submittal listings, etc) are promptly prepared, executed and delivered.
• Provide input to the base Community Planner in development of the General Plan.
• Collaborate with the Community Planner, Planner/Programmer and shop craftsmen in developing long range infrastructure plans.
• Provides expertise in prioritiazation of work in preparing those plans.
• Determine material quantities, labor requirements and other factors, and sucj information in preparing detailed, accurate projections of construction costs.
• Prepare documents presenting costs for use in programming projects, preparing budgeting plans, and assessing validity of contractor bids.

Qualifications

Education/Certifications: Bachelor of Science Degree or higher in Mechanical engineering. Current TX PE or able to receive by reciprocity within 60 days. Able to qualify for a SECRET security clearance. Experience: 5 years of HVAC design experience preferred. Air Force or DoD experience preferred. AutoCAD experience Preferred.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.