M/E Engineer III (Mechanical & Electrical Engineering)
📍 Location: Austin, Texas
🏠 Work Arrangement: Hybrid (4 Days Onsite / 1 Day Remote Per Week)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
✈️ Travel: Occasional
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available for Exceptional Candidates
Overview
A nationally recognized construction and engineering organization is seeking an experienced M/E Engineer III to support the design, analysis, estimating, commissioning, and construction execution of complex mechanical and electrical building systems.
This role works closely with preconstruction, project management, field operations, subcontractors, and design teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
Develop budgetary mechanical and electrical estimates from schematic and design documents.
Evaluate and recommend optimal MEP system solutions.
Perform systems analysis and provide value engineering recommendations.
Coordinate mechanical and electrical scopes throughout bidding and construction phases.
Support project scheduling through system sequencing and constructability planning.
Construction & Commissioning
Perform field inspections to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
Review and approve shop drawings and submittals.
Lead commissioning activities, including:
Pre-functional checklists
Functional testing procedures
Performance verification
Deficiency resolution
Generate and manage commissioning plans and documentation.
Quality & Project Support
Review design documents and identify constructability or quality concerns.
Assist with subcontractor evaluations and bid analysis.
Support quality control initiatives throughout project execution.
Create innovative tools and process improvements to enhance project delivery.
Leadership & Collaboration
Mentor junior engineers and project team members.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
Promote a culture of safety, quality, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in:
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Architectural Engineering
Related Engineering Discipline
Experience
5+ years of construction and/or engineering experience preferred.
Experience supporting commercial construction projects involving MEP systems.
Required Skills
✔ Mechanical & Plumbing Systems
✔ Electrical Systems
✔ Construction Estimating
✔ Commissioning & Startup
✔ Constructability Reviews
✔ Shop Drawings & Submittals
✔ Project Scheduling Support
✔ Value Engineering
✔ Quality Control & Inspections
✔ Construction Management Processes
✔ Microsoft Office Suite
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate combines strong technical MEP expertise with hands-on construction experience and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple project teams.
They will possess:
Strong understanding of building mechanical and electrical systems.
Experience with estimating, commissioning, and field execution.
Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and construction documents.
Knowledge of construction means and methods.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Desire to mentor and support junior team members.
Candidate Snapshot
Requirement
Details
Experience
5–7+ Years
Seniority
Mid-Senior Level
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Industry
Construction / Engineering
Specialization
Mechanical & Electrical Systems
Travel
Occasional
Work Arrangement
Hybrid (1 Remote Day Weekly)
Sponsorship
Not Available
Screening Questions
Are you authorized to work in the United States?
Do you now or in the future require visa sponsorship?
Do you have experience with both mechanical/plumbing and electrical building systems?
Have you supported commercial construction projects from preconstruction through commissioning?
Do you have experience reviewing design documents, shop drawings, and submittals?
Have you participated in commissioning and functional testing activities?
Do you have at least 5 years of construction and/or engineering experience?
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Work on large-scale commercial construction projects.
Blend of engineering, field operations, commissioning, and project execution.
Opportunity to influence design, constructability, and system performance.
Strong career path toward Senior M/E Engineering leadership.
Collaborative environment with exposure to complex, high-profile projects.
Hybrid work schedule with flexibility and strong professional development opportunities.