QA/QC Engineer, Mechanical Systems

About the role

We are ARCO, a Family of Construction Companies, seeking a QA/QC Engineer to support the testing, startup, setup, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems across design/build projects.

Responsibilities

• Support startup, setup, testing, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems and associated controls
• Aid in pre-startup readiness reviews to verify equipment installation, piping completion, controls integration, labeling, and general system readiness
• Participate in vendor startup activities for chillers, pumps, cooling towers, air handling units, CRAHs, CRACs, hydronic systems, and related mechanical equipment
• Execute pre-functional checklists, startup forms, and functional test procedures for mechanical systems
• Verify mechanical equipment and systems are operating in accordance with design intent, project specifications, and sequences of operation
• Assist with troubleshooting mechanical and controls-related field issues and support resolution with subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and project teams
• Observe and document system performance including temperatures, pressures, flows, alarms, safeties, and equipment staging during testing
• Coordinate with BAS and controls teams to verify point functionality, alarm status, communication, and sequence execution
• Document deficiencies, testing observations, and corrective actions clearly and accurately
• Support commissioning meetings, startup planning efforts, and system turnover activities
• Communicate field findings to project managers, superintendents, engineers, and senior commissioning or QA/QC staff
• Help maintain organized project documentation related to mechanical startup, testing, issue logs, and closeout
• Promote safe work practices and support compliance with project safety requirements

Requirements

• Ability to travel to project sites as needed
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, mechanical engineering tech., Construction Engineering, or related technical field preferred; equivalent technical education or relevant field experience will also be considered
• 2-5 years of experience in mechanical systems operations, startup, commissioning support, service, troubleshooting, construction, or building operations
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of HVAC and mechanical building systems, including chilled water, condenser water, pumping, air distribution, and heat rejection systems
• Familiarity with mechanical equipment such as chillers, pumps, cooling towers, AHUs, CRAHs, CRACs, VFDs, valves, and associated instrumentation
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, equipment submittals, and sequences of operation
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills with a desire to grow technical troubleshooting capabilities
• Comfortable spending time on active construction jobsites
• Familiar with construction practices and principles
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with construction or commissioning software such as Procore, CxAlloy, Facility Grid, or similar platforms is a plus
• Experience in mission critical, industrial, healthcare, manufacturing, or other complex technical environments is a plus
• Relevant certifications or training related to commissioning, HVAC systems, controls, or mechanical operations are a plus

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, equipment submittals, and sequences of operation
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills with a desire to grow technical troubleshooting capabilities
• Comfortable spending time on active construction jobsites
• Familiar with construction practices and principles
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, subcontractors, vendors, and clients
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with construction or commissioning software such as Procore, CxAlloy, Facility Grid, or similar platforms is a plus
• Experience in mission critical, industrial, healthcare, manufacturing, or other complex technical environments is a plus
• Relevant certifications or training related to commissioning, HVAC systems, controls, or mechanical operations are a plus

Skills

• Technical troubleshooting capabilities
• Collaborative working style
• Communication skills
• Construction practices and principles
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
• Commissioning software experience
• Complex technical environments experience
• Relevant certifications or training

Benefits

• Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Traditional and Roth 401k
• Company supported relocation
• Tuition reimbursement for associates
• Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
• One-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
• One-week paid volunteer leave each year
• 100% charitable match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Paid parental leave

Pay

Typical base compensation for the QA/QC Engineer role is between $75,000.00 and $95,000.00. Candidates with extensive experience may exceed this range.

Schedule

Not specified