Mechanical Engineering Technician

Mechanical Engineering Technician

Quantico, VA – Join our Talent Network

C-CWS-24-004

The Mechanical Engineering Technician assists NAVFAC field offices with the performance of mechanical engineering statement of work development.

• Function as a team member on assigned construction projects.
• Ensure professional quality, technical accuracy, and coordination of all designs, drawings, specifications, and services furnished by the contractor.
• Represent the FEAD/ROICC at the construction site and monitor Contractor Quality Control (CQC) to assure quality work.
• Assist Construction Managers in coordination and construction of projects.
• Attend and participate in all construction and CQC meetings.
• Monitor and notify Project Superintendent or QC Manager and government staff immediately of safety violations.
• Notify the Government Construction Manager (CM), Contracting Officer (KO), and the FEAD/ROICC if the Contractor does not correct a hazardous condition or safety issue promptly.
• Report all accidents immediately to the Construction Manager, FEAD/ROICC office, and Contracting Officers.
• Review construction plans and specifications.
• Alert CM and KO of any situation that may result in a construction contract dispute, modification, or require a stop‑work order.
• Investigate, inspect, and perform QA of the construction contract/CQC system and coordinate resolution of technical problems.
• Prepare an inspection report each day the site is visited, and QA activities are performed.
• Provide input to the CM regarding the contractor’s performance at project end in a written, signed report.
• Report on contractor performance in maintaining schedule, quality, and overall effectiveness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of specialized experience in mechanical and plumbing schematic design and design development, evaluation of new and existing commercial, industrial, and health‑care facilities prevalent in the NAVFAC Washington Area of Responsibility.
• Design and technical competence with developing and producing complete Statements of Work, including drawings and specifications, for new and renovation projects.
• Extensive technical and practical knowledge and experience as a Mechanical Engineering Technician.
• Background check required with the ability to obtain an interim secret or secret clearance prior to hire and start.

• Thorough knowledge of construction contract requirements and the ability to recommend changes or corrective action.
• Knowledge of Design‑Bid‑Build and Design‑Build delivery methods.
• Ability to estimate design/construction efforts and assist the Contracting Officer in negotiating statements of work.
• Ability to review contractor submittals and respond to RFIs.
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical systems and substantial experience in the field.
• Ability to function independently, interpreting and adapting knowledge as necessary to complete tasks.
• Knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional mechanical engineering and applied engineering science techniques.
• Experience with boiler operations, chiller performance and retrofit, vertical transportation systems, pumps/motors, and utility systems.
• Knowledge of construction practices, methods, and construction management.
• Ability to review technical engineering specifications and statements of work for complex designs or changes.
• Knowledge of QC inspection tools, techniques, and methodologies.
• Knowledge of construction technology principles and industry practices.
• Knowledge of EM 385-1‑1, USACE Safety and Health Requirements Manual.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Ability to design DDC control systems, including sequences of operation, point lists, and control diagrams.
• Ability to use Spec Intact, UFCs, UFGS, NFPA, and International Mechanical and Plumbing Codes.
• Experience with construction site visits and field progress reporting.
• Ability to provide engineering solutions when requested by the government.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.

Work involves regular sitting, talking, and hearing. Frequently walking, using hands to touch and reach. Occasionally standing, climbing, bending, kneeling, or crawling. Able to lift or move up to 25 pounds. Requires close vision.

Standard office environment with electronic equipment. Site visits may involve extreme temperatures, exposure to fumes, airborne particles, chemicals, and loud noise.

Chenega Corporation and family of companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Veterans, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Native preference under PL 93‑638. We participate in the E‑Verify Employment Verification Program.