Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Location: Watervliet, NY 12189 Duration: 8 Months Contract Payrate: $50 to $55/hr. on W2 Job Description: is actively seeking a talented and experienced need Mid-Level Mechanical Systems Specialist Position to support at Watervliet Arsenal and West Point in Albany, NY. This is an onsite, full-time position working 40 hours per week. Duties: Review mechanical submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, product data, and equipment selections for compliance with USACE specifications, UFCs, codes and contract requirements. Provide technical responses and recommendations to support construction progress. ssist in resolving design ambiguities and interpreting mechanical plans, specifications, and criteria. Conduct on-site inspections of mechanical installations, including HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, fuel systems, and mechanical controls. Verify compliance with approved submittals, technical specifications, and USACE quality standards. Document deficiencies and track corrective actions through completion. Participate in QC/QA meetings with contractor USACE Resident Office, and stakeholders. Review and monitor TAB procedures and reports for mechanical systems Oversee commissioning activities for HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and mechanical controls. Witness system start-up, functional testing, and performance verification. Ensure systems meet design criteria, operational re3quirements, and safety standards. Ensure all Mechanical work adheres to applicable UFCs, IBC, IMC, NFPA, ASME, and other governing codes. Support enforcement of EM 385-1-1 safety requirements during mechanical activities. Identify non-compliance issues and recommend corrective actions in accordance with contract clauses. Prepare technical reports, inspection records, deficiency logs, and field memoranda in RMS. Provide engineering input on proposed changes, value engineering items and contractor claims. Evaluate mechanical-related cost proposals and schedule impacts for Contracting Officer review. Identify mechanical system risks or potential construction conflicts early. Propose practical engineering solutions to mitigate delays, rework, or safety hazards. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering Eligibility to work on U.S. government projects (U.S. Citizen status) 5-10+ years of mechanical engineering experience on large vertical DoD projects. Knowledge of HVAC, piping, plumbing and building control systems Knowledge of HVAC, piping, plumbing and building control systems Preferred Qualifications Professional Engineering License Direct experience working with USACE, NAVFRAC, VA, or other federal DoD design and construction agencies. Experience with commissioning, TAB, and mechanical systems start-up activities Strong understanding of applicable codes and standards, including UFC, IMC, IBC, NFPA, ASME, Knowledge of EM 385-1-1 Familiarity with construction-phase QA/QC processes including CQC requirements under USACE's Three-Phase Control System. Kamran Beg 862 398 1371

Created: 2026-03-04