Construction Mechanical Engineer (CM-ME)

Position Overview

ISI Professional Services brings over 30 years of mission-critical expertise—specializing in Program and Project Management, Construction Management, Real Estate Advisory, Acquisition Management, Logistics, and Leadership Development. As a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), ISI prioritizes engagement, professional growth, and a strong culture, supporting Veterans and delivering excellence. In this role, you will serve as an experienced Construction Mechanical Engineer focused on boiler plants, steam systems, and high-pressure piping for major infrastructure upgrades at the Loch Raven VA Medical Center, providing full-time onsite Owner’s Representative support through all project phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily onsite construction monitoring of boiler, steam, and mechanical system installations.
• Conduct field inspections to verify contractor work complies with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Participate in shutdown planning, outage sequencing, and system switchovers.
• Review and comment on mechanical submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, and test procedures.
• Support all commissioning and start-up activities, including functional performance testing and documentation reviews.
• Participate in progress meetings and provide engineering support to resolve issues.
• Track construction progress, identify risks, and communicate impacts to stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate field documentation, including redlines and quality observations.
• Assist with evaluating change proposals and schedule impacts.
• Support punch list activities and prepare final turnover packages.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 6+ years of experience in design and construction for boiler plants, steam distribution, or similar high-risk mechanical systems.
• Strong knowledge of ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, steam plant operations, high-pressure piping, heat exchangers, and mechanical controls.
• Proven ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and commissioning plans.
• Excellent communication skills and proven experience working with contractors and A/E teams.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, with at least three years of U.S. residency and the ability to secure a VA PIV credential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Experience supporting healthcare, industrial, or federal construction projects.
• Familiarity with boiler plant operations, fuel systems, and system sequencing.
• Previous experience supporting Owner’s Representative, CM, or A/E teams.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
• Compensation is determined based on experience, education, skills, and market location.