Mechanical Engineering Technician

About Bodwé Group Companies

Bodwé is the Professional Services Group of Mno‑Bmadsen, the investment enterprise and a wholly owned instrumentality of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi. We are architects, planners, consultants, designers, engineers, scientists, and federal contractors committed to growing the economy and legacy of the Pokagon Band and supporting its more than 6,000 citizens. We provide value by integrating expertise across the natural and built environment lifecycle—from pre‑development and planning to design, procurement, construction, and operations, delivering holistic, end‑to‑end solutions that drive efficiency and distinctive outcomes.

This position is for a contract in which the Company is pursuing. The position will be available upon successful contract award. The government has not provided an official start date for this contract, but the current contract expires September. Therefore, we anticipate an expected start date of September 2026.

This position is on‑site at Dyess Air Force Base near Abilene, TX. The Mechanical Engineering Technician will perform engineering and technician services required to develop, plan, program, and execute Facilities, Sustainment, Restoration and Modernization (FSRM) projects. The role includes administrative services required to perform unscheduled work, sustainment work (preventive maintenance), corrective maintenance, and enhancement work such as minor repair work, building automation or controls, and material requisitioning.

The contractor will provide all services, transportation, and supervision of contractor personnel that support CES Engineering Flight at Dyess AFB.

We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for the application or interview process, contact HR Director April Hawkins at 269‑927‑0144 or

• Plan, organize, and lead studies, designs, and construction projects.
• Record and manage processes and documentation.
• Negotiate effectively with management to accept and implement recommendations involving substantial resources and extensive changes in established concepts and procedures.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Negotiate complex issues and maintain good working relationships.

Required

• Minimum 8 years of experience in mechanical engineering equipment support for maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance plans/programs.
• Extensive knowledge of building code requirements related to HVAC equipment and mechanical engineering, equipment troubleshooting, diagnostics, and evaluation.
• Proficient technical experience with Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Valid driver’s license to utilize a motor vehicle within Dyess AFB.

Preferred

• Vocational or degree post‑high‑school education (associate or bachelor’s) in an engineering related field such as building systems maintenance, construction management, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or electrical engineering.

This position primarily operates in a professional office setting with standard office equipment and a quiet, climate‑controlled environment. The role requires periodic travel to project sites, including locations undergoing renovation or active construction, where the employee may be exposed to non‑temperature‑controlled environments, construction noise, dust, and typical site conditions. Personal protective equipment may be required depending on site conditions. On site visits, work may require atypical hours at the client’s request.

• Sitting/Standing:
  Requires being on feet and moving around a construction site for most of the day.
• Walking:
  Ability to move outdoors in various terrains to access construction sites.
• Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling:
  Required for inspecting foundations, crawlspaces, and roofs.
• Using Hands/Fingers:
  Operate technological office equipment such as laptop, mouse, keyboard, monitors, telephones, scanners, copiers, and fax…