Project Engineer, Mechanical Engineer

Introduction

McKenney’s has been going strong for more than seven decades. Our culture values people and ideas, and we work together to deliver the most innovative solutions to our customers. We help you grow in your career through training and support, and as an equal opportunity employer, we provide comprehensive benefits and give you a firm foundation for the future.

As a Project Engineer, you will work in a team environment where you will participate and learn McKenney’s preconstruction processes, design and virtual construction, fabrication workflows, field installation of mechanical systems, and start‑up and commissioning of those systems. Learning objectives in this role include, but are not limited to, the detailing of mechanical systems (ductwork, mechanical piping, and plumbing), coordinating McKenney’s work with customers and other trades through the BIM process, estimating projects, interacting with our suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors, and working in the field as part of an installation crew.

In addition to this training, we expect the Project Engineer to develop good relationships through regular interactions with project managers, field and shop foreman, virtual construction team members, field operations, engineers, suppliers, and other trade sub‑contractors.

This position requires assisting in managing the preconstruction, design, execution, and close‑out of projects according to company objectives and goals. Duties include but are not limited to assisting the project team in engineering management, conceptual estimating, pricing change orders, multi‑trade project scheduling, short‑term scheduling, booking change orders in the internal cost analysis system, procurement of equipment, RFIs, submittals, managing field labor, field coordination, subcontractor management, material take‑off and interacting with the General Contractor and Owners project teams to successfully execute construction projects and to support the acquisition of additional work.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, or building construction; will accept an equivalent business management degree with a focus in construction or engineering.
• If no degree, a High School diploma with a minimum 5+ years of internal experience working with plumbing, piping, or HVAC systems in the office or the field.
• Must have PC experience in Windows environments, working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, e‑mail, Web‑enabled applications, and database software.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong leadership skills, self‑motivated, team‑oriented, and able to respond quickly to changing customer demands.
• Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency, and meet challenging work goals.
• Must be a self‑starter with the ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Maintain a strong attention to detail and ability to successfully prioritize company drafting needs to maximize company profitability.
• Team‑oriented and able to respond quickly to changing customer demands.
• Ability to effectively communicate across a diverse group of people (PMs, drafting, field staff, fabrication shops, etc.).
• Solid reasoning, math, science, and technical skills.
• Ability to take on additional responsibilities as needed, as well as determine and manage priorities with minimal guidance.
• Must possess and maintain an exceptional work ethic and high level of project ownership, as well as uphold company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others.
• Must be persistent and able to attain results under adverse circumstances and conflict.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrated interest or experience in the construction industry.
• Two years of experience managing mechanical work.
• Strong Business Acumen (entrepreneurship counts).
• Knowledge of Account Management (managing multiple customers).
• Leadership exposure (conferences, training, etc.).

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORTS

• Work involves moderate exposure to elements like hot/cold temperatures, dirt, dust, and/or loud noises.
• The work environment involves exposure to construction‑related hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Light physical effort. Requires handling of average‑weight objects up to 25 pounds and some standing or walking.