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Mechanical Engineer

San Antonio, TXOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • mechanical engineering
  • HVAC
  • plumbing
  • thermal utility
  • controls-interface
  • MEP
  • construction support
  • commissioning
  • performance
  • maintainability

Nice to have

  • PE
  • Texas licensure
  • federal projects
  • UFC
  • central plants
  • modular construction

Role summary

Parsons is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for their Owner’s Advisor team supporting the Medical Enlisted Training Campus (METC) Recapitalization Program at Joint Base San Antonio–Fort Sam Houston. This role involves providing mechanical engineering review and construction support for dormitory systems, utility plant interfaces, and MEP connections. Responsibilities include reviewing design packages, assessing performance and maintainability, providing technical input on project documentation, and coordinating inspections and commissioning. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and 8+ years of relevant building systems experience, including HVAC/plumbing design review and construction support. Experience with federal projects and commissioning is desired.

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Owner’s Advisor team supporting the Medical Enlisted Training Campus (METC) Recapitalization Program at Joint Base San Antonio–Fort Sam Houston. This mission-critical initiative will deliver five modern dormitory facilities for up to 6,000 joint-service medical students and the associated infrastructure.

Working alongside government leaders, military stakeholders, designers, and contractors, you will help manage risk, protect the government’s interests, and support the successful delivery of a high-profile Progressive Design-Build program. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a landmark campus, advance innovative delivery methods, and help shape the future of large-scale Air Force infrastructure programs.


What You'll Be Doing:


  • Provide owner-side mechanical engineering review and construction support for dormitory systems, central utility plant interfaces, and modular-to-field connections.
  • Advise on performance, maintainability, and readiness for testing and operations.
  • Review HVAC, plumbing, thermal utility, controls-interface, and related mechanical design packages against approved requirements.
  • Assess loads, capacity, redundancy, equipment access, maintainability, and high-performance building objectives.
  • Review factory/site MEP boundaries, connection details, tolerances, access provisions, and installation sequencing.
  • Provide technical input on submittals, RFIs, proposed changes, nonconformances, and equipment substitutions.
  • Coordinate mechanical inspections, testing, balancing, controls sequences, and commissioning with qualified personnel.
  • Support lifecycle alternatives, O&M requirements, training, asset data, and mechanical turnover verification.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:


  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited program and 8+ years of relevant building systems experience.
  • Experience with HVAC/plumbing design review, construction support, mechanical utility systems, and technical documentation.
  • Ability to interpret calculations, equipment selections, schematics, control sequences, and commissioning results.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain unescorted access to JBSA Fort Sam Houston.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, maintain accurate records, collaborate across disciplines, and handle project information in approved systems.
  • Ability to maintain a one team mentality amongst all stakeholders.


What Desired Skills You'll Bring:


  • Active PE; Texas licensure or ability to obtain it if required for assigned professional services.
  • Federal/UFC projects, central plants, modular construction, energy analysis, and commissioning experience.

Security Clearance Requirement:

NoneThis position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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