Mechanical Engineer

Description:

KMEA is a project management environmental energy engineering and sustainability consulting company providing professional engineering scientific and technical services to our clients throughout the United States and internationally. With technical centers throughout the country KMEAs award-winning services include Major Program Management Environmental Remediation Environmental Engineering & Consulting Services Energy Engineering (A/E) Sustainability Staff Augmentation and Third-party Inspection Services. Our firm is committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions in support of mission-critical programs for the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies.

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our San Antonio office. This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of civil and mechanical projects within the federal sector. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in mechanical systems design analysis and implementation while also demonstrating the versatility to collaborate across multiple engineering disciplines. This position requires compliance with local federal and Department of Defense (DoD) standards and it provides opportunities for professional growth leadership and mentorship.

This hybrid position is based in San Antonio Texas with an expectation of working in the office two days per week. Travel is anticipated approximately 10 percent of the time.

Main Responsibilities:

• Perform project design analysis and engineering calculations across a range of mechanical and civil engineering disciplines.
• Prepare technical reports field documentation internal correspondence and formal submissions under project manager guidance.
• Review design documentation identify errors and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
• Design and analyze HVAC plumbing and fire protection systems in compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Collaborate with architects engineers and contractors to ensure cohesive and efficient project execution.
• Conduct site visits to assess conditions troubleshoot mechanical issues and provide upgrade recommendations.
• Review and approve contractor submittals shop drawings and vendor proposals.
• Assist with developing scopes of work obtaining bids and supporting subcontract administration.
• Support project managers in preparing budgets multi-discipline cost estimates (RS Means preferred) and project schedules.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Ensure adherence to company and site-specific safety standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification (required); PE eligibility preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering design experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (required); Revit and ANSYS experience a plus.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Experience preparing technical studies reports and correspondence.
• Strong organizational communication and leadership skills.
• Experience with energy modeling and building performance analysis.
• Ability to develop accurate multi-discipline cost estimates.
• Capability to interpret and apply engineering codes standards and regulations.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems during design construction and post-construction phases.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint).
• Experience with federal and DoD contracts preferred.
• Government Security Clearance (preferred or ability to obtain).
• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Company Summary

TOP REASONS TO WORK WITH US:

• Safety: The goal of the KMEA safety team is zero support of this goal at KMEA safety takes precedence over expediency.
• People: We value everyones role and collaborate to produce the best results.
• Integrity and Ethics: We say what we mean and do what we say.
• Outstanding Customer Satisfaction: Outstanding customer satisfaction was what established our reputation and secures our future.
• Innovation: We embrace change as an opportunity we are a culture that values innovation sustainability and professional growth.
• Profitability Controlled: Sustainable profitable growth allows us to provide financial security for our employees and their families and to give back to the community.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

KMEA is a project management environmental energy engineering and sustainability consulting company providing professional engineering scientific and technical services to our clients throughout the United States and internationally. With technical centers throughout the country KMEAs award-winning services include Major Program Management Environmental Remediation Environmental Engineering & Consulting Services Energy Engineering (A/E) Sustainability Staff Augmentation and Third-party Inspection Services.

The goal of KMEA is simple - to provide superior client services and advocacy to cost-effectively manage our clients environmental energy engineering and sustainability issues. Since its founding in 1996 KMEAs outstanding performance is testimony to our commitment and dedication to our customers.

KMEA offers a full range of benefits including 99% employer-paid medical plan for employees; dental and vision plans; flexible spending account (FSA) for pre-tax medical dental and vision products and services and dependent care; a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan; Company-paid group life insurance; supplemental voluntary term life (VTL) policy with a guaranteed issue benefit; and 401(k) plan with a generous Company match and vesting plan.

KMEA is a federal contractor and qualified Military Veterans and other Qualified Protected Class candidates are encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

KMEA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse inclusive and respectful workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin ancestry ethnicity religion or religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices) sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression sex stereotypes or transgender status (including transitioning having transitioned or perceived identity).

We also prohibit discrimination based on age (40 and over) disability (physical mental or perceived) medical condition genetic information or characteristics marital status registered domestic partnership military or veteran status citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law.

In alignment with evolving anti-discrimination standards KMEA explicitly prohibits discrimination based on protective hairstyles including but not limited to Afros braids twists cornrows and locs.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and veterans in our hiring process and in employment. KMEA promotes equity at every level and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation:

KMEA will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. A request for a reasonable accommodation may be made at any time during the application or hiring process or while employed by KMEA.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that KMEA does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement KMEA will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement KMEA explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes including those submitted to hiring managers are deemed to be the property of KMEA.

Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test MVR check and federal government background check.