Mechanical Engineer II - Albuquerque, NM

RSI provides full-service environmental solutions supporting clients through all phases of cleanup, with expertise in regulatory compliance, characterization, monitoring, renewable energy, and project management. Built on a strong foundation of collaboration and a people-first culture, RSI is known for being easy to work with and delivering results through long-term partnerships. RSI is part of a family of companies unified by purpose to deliver safe, reliable solutions to our clients’ unique challenges.

About the Role

This office and field position requires advanced knowledge in science and/or engineering obtained through specialized intellectual instruction. The role involves working independently on assignments that require consistent exercise of discretion and judgment to analyze, interpret, or make deductions based on varying facts or circumstances. The position is primarily responsible for planning, selecting, coordinating, and implementing scientific and engineering services to address the scope of work on construction projects in accordance with company standards, regulatory criteria, and contractual obligations. This includes preparing and reviewing initial design concepts and components of final designs for advanced systems upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Independently identify, analyze, and recommend engineering alternatives/designs; resolve complex engineering problems and develop innovative recommendations.
• Assist with the preparation and peer review of conceptual and final designs for advanced mechanical system upgrades in coordination with other team member engineers.
• Consult and collaborate with project managers, superintendents, health and safety, quality control, other engineering disciplines, and contracts representatives to plan, coordinate, and ensure progress of deliverables per the approved budget and schedule.
• Coordinate all aspects of mechanical engineering reports, submittals, RFIs, designs, and specifications with the client.
• Select and apply appropriate mechanical technologies and cost-effective solutions to upgrade advanced mechanical systems to meet project objectives and integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure.
• Plan and execute moderately complex engineering projects including design, contract administration, and implementation.
• Plan, prepare, and issue project and field submittals within approved budget, including pre-construction plans, design documents, testing plans, shop drawings, field submittals, operation/maintenance reports, closure reports, and as-built records.
• Apply industry standards of practice for selected technology, adhering to regulatory codes and standards, national/local standards, and company SOPs.
• Identify, address, and communicate technical and operational risks relevant to the selected project approach and technology to the Project Manager.
• Participate in team project meetings and take a lead role in ensuring proper installation of mechanical components while providing support to other construction personnel.
• Author RFQs and assist in procurement, identification, and evaluation of technical and specialty subcontractors, consultants, service providers, and materials to accomplish the scope of work.
• Report to the field to perform, inspect, and/or oversee fieldwork.
• Oversee and review work of personnel, subcontractors, and consultants to ensure compliance with approved plans and acceptable tolerances.
• Ensure appropriate and required testing is completed by qualified personnel using properly calibrated equipment.
• Assure compliance with contract requirements and thoroughly understand the measurement and payment of each item of work.
• With project controls support, ensure prompt preparation of work progress estimates and track pay quantity records while maintaining proper documentation.
• Evaluate, review, monitor, and document results and help make necessary decisions/adjustments to procedures.
• Complete related documentation (field reports, logs, meeting minutes, online submittal sites) in a timely and accurate manner, including maintaining the project submittal log, field inventory logs, and daily reports.
• Investigate and recommend solutions in response to field changes, RFIs, and resolve issues related to the quality or applicability of installed equipment and system operations.
• With project controls support, record and track all RFIs, potential change orders (PCO), and support development of modification proposals and claims/request for equitable adjustment (REA).
• Focus efforts on promoting client and stakeholder success, considering both short- and long-term needs, and maintain personal accountability for adapting to organizational change.
• Other responsibilities, tasks, and deliverables may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering management, or a related field from an accredited institution, including:
  • 32 college semester credit hours of higher mathematics and basic sciences.
  • 48 college semester credit hours of engineering science and/or engineering design courses.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Engineering, quality, or environmental credential (e.g., EIT, CQA, EPI) or PE license (or ability to attain during tenure in this position).
• HAZWOPER 40 Hour Certification with current 8 Hour Refresher preferred.
• USACE Contractor Quality Management for Contractors certification.
• A minimum of 3-6 years of experience; two years or more of progressively responsible experience performing mechanical systems design, field engineering support, or quality control on mechanical upgrade projects.
• Understanding of a full range of principles, terms, procedures, and practices of pertinent engineering field(s) and ability to apply engineering principles appropriately on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an aptitude for diplomacy and tact; excellent technical writing skills.
• Ability to exercise independent thinking and reasoning.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to lead dispersed teams to accomplish tasks adhering to established budgets and schedules.
• Skilled in achieving project objectives by properly reviewing/inspecting work for adherence to approved technical plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Demonstrated knowledge of applying engineering standards of practice and regulatory codes to environmental and field techniques.
• Proven ability to read and comprehend client requirements, technical plans, specifications, drawings, and related technical documentation.
• Successful track record in effectively engaging with subcontractors.
• Ability to mentor and guide team members and share lessons learned.
• Embrace feedback as a tool for learning and professional development.
• Dedicated to remaining abreast of technology developments and industry trends.
• Competence with Microsoft Office products, email systems, and Windows.
• Criminal background check and pre-placement drug screening required.