Mechanical Engineering Technician

About the role

ESC is currently seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician located in Portsmouth, VA. The Mechanical Engineering Technician provides comprehensive engineering support for complex mechanical systems within NAVMEDCEN facilities. This role performs engineering analysis, design, review, troubleshooting, and maintenance planning across HVAC, steam distribution, plumbing, medical gases, fire protection, refrigeration, and other critical systems. The technician supports ongoing facility operations through inspections, specification development, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. This position directly impacts the readiness, reliability, and operational capability of NAVMEDCEN infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering tasks across a broad range of complex mechanical systems, including HVAC, steam and condensate systems, plumbing, fire protection, natural and medical gas systems, refrigeration, and potable water.
• Provide mechanical engineering analysis, design, and review services supporting the activity’s plant account.
• Develop procurement specifications for complex mechanical equipment.
• Plan long-range maintenance and repair projects.
• Review engineering designs, specifications, and system performance evaluations.
• Conduct acceptance testing, inspection of engineered systems, and special engineering studies.
• Prepare mechanical calculations, engineering drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for repair and construction projects.
• Verify, develop, and update as-built mechanical drawings using CADD software.
• Review designs, technical reports, engineering specifications, and cost estimates; recommend changes to meet facility requirements.
• Conduct engineering investigations using field experience and troubleshooting techniques; prepare written engineering reports with findings and corrective recommendations.
• Perform preliminary field condition inspections; initiate corrective actions and prepare cost estimates for deficiencies.
• Recommend changes to maintenance procedures to improve system functionality.
• Maintain continuous liaison with NAVFAC PW technicians, A/E firms, hospital staff, contractors, and other agencies regarding work progress, priorities, workmanship, warranties, and safety.
• Prepare and review scopes of work, cost estimates, quality assurance plans, and other required documentation.
• Apply extensive knowledge of engineering technician concepts, facility maintenance practices, regulations, diagnostics, and repair techniques for Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs).
• Interpret blueprints, specifications, manuals, Navy directives, and engineering terminology.
• Perform cost comparison studies and feasibility analyses for alternative solutions.
• Apply working knowledge of funding cycles and shop/building trade procedures.
• Utilize AutoCAD, DMLSS database tools, and Direct Digital Controls (DDC) as needed.
• Present engineering information clearly in written and oral formats.

Education

• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field; or equivalent military/technical training.

Qualifications and Experience

• 2+ years of hands-on experience with mechanical systems, maintenance, or engineering support.
• 2+ years of experience working in military medical facilities.

Physical Demands

• Occasional walking, bending, stooping, and climbing during site inspections and field surveys.

Workplace Environment

• Work is primarily performed in an office setting.
• Visits to work sites may expose the technician to extreme weather, cramped areas, noise, and dirty conditions.