Mechanical Engineering Lead

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Field Leadership & Mechanical Construction Lead daily mechanical construction activities on active project sites.
• Supervise mechanical craft personnel, subcontractors, and field crews.
• Plan and coordinate installation of piping systems, HVAC, process utilities, equipment, supports, and related mechanical systems.
• Monitor field productivity and ensure work is completed according to project schedules.
• Conduct daily field walks to verify installation quality, safety compliance, and project progress.
• Identify and resolve field conflicts, constructability concerns, and installation issues.
• Ensure all mechanical work complies with project drawings, specifications, codes, and customer requirements.
• Support equipment setting, rigging activities, system startup, testing, commissioning, and final turnover.
• Project Coordination
• Coordinate closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Procurement, and other construction disciplines.
• Participate in project meetings, scheduling discussions, and subcontractor coordination meetings.
• Review construction drawings, P&IDs, equipment layouts, isometric drawings, and mechanical plans prior to installation.
• Cover RFIs, field changes, design revisions, and redline drawings.
• Monitor material deliveries and identify shortages or procurement concerns that could impact schedules.
• Assist with project scheduling, look-ahead planning, and milestone tracking.

Safety & Quality

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety policies.
• Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings with field personnel.
• Verify installations meet quality standards and client specifications.
• Participate in inspections, punch walks, and quality audits.
• Ensure accurate documentation of completed work and field reports.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or trade certification preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of mechanical construction experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Experience in semiconductor, cleanroom, pharmaceutical, advanced manufacturing, or industrial construction.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical piping systems, HVAC, process utilities, and equipment installation.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, specifications, and construction documents.
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards and construction best practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.