POSITION SUMMARY A senior-level Mechanical Engineer responsible for directing and coordinating the discipline technical effort on small to large heavy industrial projects. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS • In a supervisory capacity, develops, coordinates and directs a number of small projects or one project of major scope and importance. • Reviews and upgrades budgets and schedules. • Assists the Chief Mechanical Engineer in planning manpower requirements. • Assists the Chief Mechanical Engineer with the development of budgets and deliverables list on proposals. • Promotes and ensures inter-discipline communication at all levels. • Uses and promotes the use of existing design data to standardize design efforts from one job to the next. • Performs other duties as directed by the Chief Mechanical Engineer. DIRECTION RECEIVED • Supervision received is essentially administrative, with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and project limitations. DIRECTION OF OTHERS • Plans, organizes, and supervises the work of up to 25 engineers and designers on a project. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelors Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum or equivalent and 10 years experience. • Professional Engineer registration is recommended. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS PER JOB LEVEL • Sr. Engineer IV Bachelors Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum or equivalent and at least 10 years experience. Professional Engineering License is preferred. • Sr. Engineer III Bachelors Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum or equivalent and at least 12 years experience. Professional Engineering License is preferred. • Sr. Engineer II Bachelors Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum or equivalent and at least 14 years experience. Professional Engineering (PE) License is required. A minimum of 16 years relevant experience may be substituted for a PE license. • Sr. Engineer I - Bachelors Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum or equivalent and at least 15 years experience. Professional Engineering (PE) License is required. A minimum of 17 years relevant experience may be substituted for a PE license.
See More Details >>Division: Dallas Main Project Location(s): Haskell, TX 79521 USA Minimum Years Experience: 4 Travel Involved: Job Type: Regular Job Classification: Experienced Education: Bachelors Degree Job Family: Construction Compensation: Salaried Exempt Position Description: Manage, evaluate, and assess information related to Mechanical and Electrical systems necessary to construct the project on time in a safe manner, within budget, and to the quality specified by the contract documents. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Specifically relating to the mechanical and electrical systems: • Lead the Turner project team, subcontractors, owner’s consultants and representatives to ensure optimal alignment and efficient systems installation. • Prepare and manage the contract item’s list for all components, materials, and systems to ensure that all ROJ dates are in compliance with the project schedule with the appropriate approval status. • Participate in schedule update meetings and provide the latest information for an informed and accurate schedule. • Evaluate and manage the processing of RFI’s. • Manage the budget including the review, evaluation, and negotiation of all change orders with understanding of the financial status of all subcontractors. • Supervise, coach and mentor Assistant MEP Engineers. • Co-lead the MEP Coordination Process with the VDC Engineer, ensuring overall installation is in compliance with the design requirements, operations and maintenance fundamentals, and quality standards. • Prepare scope of work documents with a division of responsibility for trades and specific scopes of work for temporary operations. • Partner with the MEP Superintendent to resolve conflicts between the mechanical and electrical systems with the site logistics plan and in compliance with the project schedule. • Co-lead with the MEP Superintendent the overall turnover process including start-up, testing, commissioning and closeout. • Conduct regular project walkthroughs with the MEP staff to ensure that work is proceeding in accordance with the contract documents, coordination drawings, and approved submittals. • Identify and inform field staff of difficult installation requirements in sufficient time to allow for proper planning and execution. • Manage and secure all municipal and agency documentation required for temporary certificates of information and system operation. • Create and implement the quality control plan with the MEP Superintendent. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and a minimum of four years of relevant engineering experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience relating to mechanical and electrical systems. Technical expertise and understanding of all mechanical and electrical systems that support the broad array of project types in our portfolio and how they interrelate with each other. Business acumen to plan, manage, and execute all the essential duties with excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational ability, and proficiency with computer applications. Demonstrate the personal attributes of a leader to encourage the development of a high performing team. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Performance of the duties will occasionally require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Performing this job requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk and hear (bells, whistles, etc.), stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on-site at the construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise in these work environments is usually moderate to very loud. • May perform other duties as assigned. Where applicable, all activities will include disabled and veterans’ organizations. Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
See More Details >>Sign-On Bonus Details: Sign-on bonuses available for qualified candidates based on experience and expertise. Bonus eligibility and amounts are determined during the final stages of the interview process and may vary by candidate. Location Requirement: Successful candidates must establish residency in or near Abilene, TX to fulfill the in-person requirements of this position. Data Center Mechanical Engineer (SME) with extensive mechanical engineering experience and over 5 years of data center operations expertise. Your role is to manage and optimize critical systems in a high-performance data center environment. Respond to inquiries by drawing from your specialized knowledge and the following key responsibilities: • Critical Systems Management: • Oversee HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems specific to data center operations • Implement and maintain critical environment protocols and Method of Procedure (MOP) processes • Conduct regular performance analyses of facility mechanical and electrical systems • Mechanical Engineering Applications: • Apply mechanical engineering principles to improve data center efficiency and reliability • Design and implement cooling solutions optimized for high-density server environments • Analyze and enhance airflow management strategies • Preventive Maintenance and Troubleshooting: • Develop and execute comprehensive preventive maintenance schedules for all critical infrastructure • Lead root cause analysis for any system failures or inefficiencies • Implement corrective actions and system upgrades based on engineering assessments • Energy Efficiency and Sustainability: • Propose and implement energy-saving initiatives to reduce Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) • Evaluate and integrate green technologies suitable for data center operations • Compliance and Safety: • Ensure adherence to industry standards (e.g., ASHRAE, ISO) and local regulations • Oversee safety protocols and conduct regular safety audits • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of data center best practices and emerging technologies • Team Leadership and Project Management: • Mentor and guide a team of facility technicians and engineers • Manage complex data center infrastructure projects, including expansions and upgrades • Vendor and Stakeholder Management: • Collaborate with equipment vendors and service providers to ensure optimal system performance • Communicate effectively with executive management on infrastructure status and improvement plans Physical work requirements and work conditions • Lifting up to 80 lbs. • Working from heights. • Frequently climbing, bending, lifting, kneeling, stooping, and working/extending overhead. • Working in adverse conditions (i.e., extreme cold, extreme hot). • Driving for long periods of time. • Climbing a ladder with a 300 lb weight limit while carrying a tool bag weighing approximately 20 lbs. • Climbing a ladder up to 30 feet. • Must be available for Call-in work and perform other duties as required. Desired experience and technical skills - Required: • 4+ years of technical experience in building engineering with a strong background in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and production equipment repair and maintenance • Experience working in Data Centers/Raised Floor Environment • Strong customer service and interpersonal skills • Universal EPA 608 Certification • CRAC (Liebert) maintenance and repair experience • Licenses as required by authority having jurisdiction • Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel • 2 years of trades school or documented apprenticeship in relevant craft skills Preferred: • Expertise in one specific craft area (Electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, Central Utility Plant Operations, Material Handling Equipment) • Familiarity with building automation systems and fire/life safety
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Abilene, TX, often begins with an apprenticeship that blends practical experience and classroom learning, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 2,933 mechanical engineers in Texas, with wages averaging around $939.22 per week. Trade schools, unions, and specialized platforms facilitate the search for apprenticeships, leading to a promising career with substantial earning potential—often surpassing $46,000 annually for experienced mechanical professionals.
