Mechanical Engineer III

Markon

. Provide Owner's Representative construction management services to a DoD client .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $140,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in mechanical engineering, particularly in heat load calculations, mechanical designs, and construction management for large-scale projects. Holds a Professional Engineer (PE) License and possesses strong capabilities in reviewing contractor proposals and ensuring compliance with design requirements.

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Mechanical EngineeringHeat Load CalculationsConstruction ManagementProfessional Engineer (PE) LicensePublic Trust Clearance

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Hard Skills

Mechanical DesignEngineering AnalysisConstruction DocumentationTesting and CommissioningChillersCooling TowersControlsPumpsFansHeat Exchangers

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

DoD ClientConstruction IndustryProject Scopes of WorkSurveillance During ConstructionPre-Construction Site Walks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide Owner's Representative construction management services to a DoD client
Design and develop mechanical heat load calculations and mechanical designs for renovation and new construction projects
Review contractor proposals and designs and perform engineering analyses and evaluations
Create and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings, specifications, and scopes of work
Support testing and commissioning activities related to mechanical systems
Attend pre-construction site walks and provide feedback on required mechanical scope for final project scopes of work
Develop heat load calculations and designs for in-house projects
Review designs and calculations submitted by others and provide feedback
Conduct follow-up surveillance during construction to ensure work follows approved drawings and design requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering with 15+ years of mechanical engineering experience OR 20+ years of experience in the design/construction or operations of chillers, cooling towers, controls, pumps, fans, air handling equipment, and heat exchangers
For the 20+ years alternative: experience working with construction management and projects greater than 250,000 square feet
Professional Engineer (PE) License for the 20+ years alternative
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must be able to pass and maintain a Public Trust clearance (HSPD-12 fingerprint background check)
Extensive expertise in the construction industry

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Training and Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Professional growth and development opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer