MEP Quality Engineer II

About the role

Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm with offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, primarily serving the private sector. The company blends the resources of a national firm with the hands-on approach of a local company, emphasizing a culture of quality where project teams and trade partners take ownership of the work. The Quality Department provides industry-leading expertise in Building Enclosure and MEP Systems, supporting project teams and advancing the company’s commitment to delivering an exceptional experience to clients, trade partners, and employees.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Teams: Lead development of the Job Specific Quality Plan; review construction documents, specifications, shop drawings, and submittals to identify challenges and opportunities; represent Pepper in commissioning meetings and pre-commissioning activities.
• Assist Trade Partners: Lead quality pre-installation meetings with trade partners; collaborate with subcontractors to develop and implement their Trade Partner Job Specific Quality Plans; review MEP installations and commissioning checklists to confirm readiness for commissioning.
• Conduct Quality Site Visits: Review and document field work, photograph and discuss work in place with the project team, and write reports for each site visit with directions and suggestions to correct improper work-in-place.
• Assist in Preconstruction: Conduct constructability reviews of future projects to identify risks and incorporate lessons learned and best practices before construction begins.
• Education & Growth: Participate in ongoing education and growth opportunities, including attending 4–5 national conferences or training events annually to maintain credentials and stay current with industry trends.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Experience: 3–5 years in Construction Management, MEP Design, Construction Technology, or Construction Testing; strong background in construction documents and submittals; general understanding of the construction process and MEP system function.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with advanced MEP equipment, systems, and commissioning is a plus.
• Certifications: Commissioning certifications are a plus; Engineer In Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) are not required but are a plus.
• Attributes: Excellent problem-solving skills with a strong curiosity for how systems operate; maintains a calm demeanor; able to explain concepts clearly both verbally and in writing; self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Travel: Able to travel throughout Southern Ohio and Northern Kentucky with typical overnight stays at home; overnight travel required 4–5 times per year for conferences and occasionally for system testing.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to visit and work within active multi-level construction sites, including use of ladders, scaffolds, and lifts; able to stand and walk for extended periods; must wear personal protective equipment for several hours per day.