Mechanical Engineer - Heavy Equipment & Machinery

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the deployment, operation, and maintenance of heavy construction equipment, including excavators, bulldozers, cranes, pile drivers, dredging equipment, vibratory compactors, and pump systems
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for all mechanical assets on the project site
• Coordinate equipment mobilization/demobilization schedules with the Project Manager and site superintendents
• Track equipment utilization, availability, and reliability metrics; report findings to project leadership
• Evaluate equipment for fitness-for-purpose before deployment on specific tasks

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (required)
• Master of Science in Mechanical or Civil Engineering (preferred)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Florida (required, or ability to obtain within 12 months)
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification (required)
• NCCCO Crane Operator or Rigger certification (preferred)
• ATSSA Traffic Control Supervisor certification (preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of mechanical engineering experience in heavy civil construction (required)
• Demonstrated experience with large construction equipment fleets on infrastructure projects valued at $25M or greater
• Familiarity with FDOT, USACE, and local Tampa Bay municipality standards and specifications
• Prior experience with marine or port construction, dredging operations, or bridge construction is a significant plus