Mechanical Field Engineer

Black & Veatch

Mechanical Field Engineer working with Black & Veatch on gas-fired power generation projects. Supporting construction activities and ensuring compliance with technical requirements and specifications.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeCorpus Christi • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical piping and equipment installation for gas-fired power generation projects, with strong abilities in interpreting engineering drawings and managing subcontractor compliance. Proficient in coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure project specifications and timelines are met.

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Construction Management ExperienceMechanical Engineering Drawing InterpretationPE LicenseMicrosoft Office ProficiencyField Engineering Experience

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Hard Skills

Mechanical Piping InstallationEquipment InstallationDesign Drawing InterpretationQuantity Take-offsConstruction Document Review

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE)Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

Power GenerationCombined Cycle FacilitiesConstruction ComplianceField EngineeringSubcontractor Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support mechanical piping and equipment installation activities for gas-fired power generation projects at the combined cycle facilities
Work closely with home office engineering, vendor technical advisors, OEM representatives, subcontractors, and client teams
Ensure equipment deliveries, technical support, and field activities are aligned with the specifications and drawings
Provide technical guidance by interpreting design drawings, specifications, and project requirements
Monitor assigned subcontractors for compliance with technical requirements
Support timely resolution of field questions to reduce delays and keep construction progressing
Coordinate with the Field Subcontract Manager
Prepare daily site reports
Complete quantity take-offs to support planning and invoice review
Maintain conformed-to-construction drawing markups and project records
Respond to Contractor Information Requests and Requests for Information

Requirements

What you’ll need

2 to 6 years of construction management, field engineering, or design experience on power generation, simple cycle, combined cycle, or similar facility construction projects
Strong communication and organizational skills
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to interpret mechanical engineering drawings, specifications, and related construction documents
Ability to work effectively with field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and client representatives in a fast-paced construction environment
6+ years construction management experience in similar facility construction
PE required or degree + 4 years design experience and 6+ years construction experience
Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either an ABET accredited program
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health care benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurances
Disability insurance
Robust wellness program
Flexible work schedules
Paid vacation and holiday time
Sick time and dependent sick time
Company-matched 401k plan
Adoption reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
Vendor discounts
Employment referral program
AD&D insurance
Pre-taxed accounts
Voluntary legal plan
B&V Credit Union
Performance-based bonus program