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M/E Engineer III (Mechanical & Electrical Engineering) – Austin, TX

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

  1. Are you authorized to work in the United States?

  2. Do you now or in the future require visa sponsorship?

  3. Do you have experience with both mechanical/plumbing and electrical building systems?

  4. Have you supported commercial construction projects from preconstruction through commissioning?

  5. Do you have experience reviewing design documents, shop drawings, and submittals?

  6. Have you participated in commissioning and functional testing activities?

  7. 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.

 

Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer – PLC, Automation, Capital Projects | Hybrid USA (Travel Required)

Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer

📍 Location: Multiple U.S. Locations (must be near a manufacturing site)
🏠 Work Model: Hybrid (flexibility when not traveling)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required
📈 Experience Level: Mid-Senior
🕒 Experience Required: 5–7+ years
✈️ Travel: 50–75% (North America)
🌎 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Possible

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Electrical & Controls Engineer to lead and support capital projects across multiple manufacturing facilities.

This role is responsible for delivering end-to-end electrical and control systems engineering, from concept and design through installation, commissioning, and handover. You will play a key role in executing large-scale industrial projects and ensuring systems are safe, efficient, and aligned with operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Capital Project Delivery

  • Lead electrical and controls engineering for capital projects ($1M–$15M range)

  • Develop:

    • Scope documents

    • Engineering designs and calculations

    • Cost estimates and schedules

    • Technical specifications

  • Manage projects from concept through execution, commissioning, and handover

Electrical & Controls Engineering

  • Design and implement:

    • Power distribution systems

    • Control systems and automation solutions

  • Specify and source equipment such as:

    • Switchgear, transformers, MCCs

    • Drives, PLCs, HMIs, relays, circuit breakers

  • Perform electrical system analysis and calculations

  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety requirements

Project & Contractor Management

  • Lead and coordinate:

    • External engineering consultants

    • Vendors and suppliers

    • Installation contractors

  • Manage procurement lifecycle from RFQs to installation and warranty support

  • Oversee commissioning, startup, and training for plant teams

  • Manage change control (MOC) processes

Safety & Compliance

  • Apply and promote NFPA 70E electrical safety standards

  • Lead safety initiatives related to electrical and control systems

  • Ensure all systems meet required regulatory and operational standards

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with:

    • Operations

    • Maintenance

    • Engineering teams

    • Procurement and project management

  • Provide subject matter expertise (SME) on electrical and controls systems

  • Support both plant-level projects and enterprise initiatives

Project Ownership (Controls-Focused Projects)

  • Take full ownership of smaller projects (typically <$5M)

  • Act as Electrical & Controls Lead on larger initiatives

  • Manage:

    • Budgets and forecasts

    • Schedules and deliverables

    • Stakeholder communication

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

  • 5+ years of experience in controls/electrical engineering within manufacturing

  • Strong experience with:

    • Control systems and automation technologies

    • Electrical system design

  • Hands-on expertise with:

    • Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs (including programming)

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD

  • Demonstrated experience managing capital projects ($500K–$2M+)

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with:

    • 480V and 4160V power distribution systems

    • MCCs, switchgear, and industrial power systems

  • Background in continuous and/or discrete manufacturing environments

  • Experience managing multi-site or large-scale industrial projects

Key Competencies

  • Strong project management and execution skills

  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

  • Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams

  • High level of initiative and ownership

  • Strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

  • Have strong experience delivering electrical and controls projects in manufacturing environments

  • Be comfortable acting as both:

    • Technical expert (E&C lead)

    • Project owner (for smaller projects)

  • Thrive in a hands-on, plant-facing role

  • Be capable of managing complex, multi-site capital projects

  • Be open to frequent travel (50–75%)

Screening Questions

  • Do you hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering?

  • Do you have project engineering or project management experience?

  • Are you open to travel (40–60%+)?

Additional Information

  • This role supports a high volume of active and upcoming capital projects

  • Acts as a critical technical resource across multiple manufacturing facilities

  • Opportunity to lead impactful projects driving operational performance and growth

 

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