Associate Mechanical Engineer

United Integrated Services • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

The Associate Mechanical Engineer works closely with design, construction, and commissioning teams to support delivery of cleanroom projects that meet requirements for air quality, temperature, humidity, and particulate control. The role calls for knowledge of cleanroom standards, HVAC systems, and mechanical systems integration.

The position supports mechanical-system requirements classification and design reviews, scope and specification clarification, procurement, contractor selection, installation oversight, inspections, scheduling, reporting, and resolution of project issues. Systems include process exhaust duct, scrubbers for waste-air treatment, and chemical dosing. The role also involves reviewing drawings, specifications, progress reports, costs, payment applications, RFIs, and change orders, and communicating with internal teams, clients, and other project stakeholders.

The work is performed in a construction-site environment, including trailer offices and active job sites. Travel to other sites within Arizona may be required. The role may involve indoor or outdoor work, exposure to construction hazards, and physical tasks such as walking, lifting, climbing, bending, and handling materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 1–3+ years of work experience related to mechanical engineering; cleanroom construction experience is desired.
• Experience in HVAC is required.
• Strong understanding of process exhaust duct sizing and layout and scrubber mechanisms for waste-air treatment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to use engineering software such as AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, or Primavera, or other engineering software.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize responsibilities according to project needs.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, customers, and employees.
• Ability to develop and maintain successful relationships with employees at all levels, clients, and subcontractors.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a professional attitude.
• Ability to work in a construction-site environment, including a trailer office.
• Effective English verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and other documents, and to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• May be required to travel to other sites within Arizona.
• Ability to meet the described physical demands, including extended standing and walking; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials up to 50 pounds; bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing, and performing repetitive hand and arm motions.

Nice To Haves

• Cleanroom construction experience.
• Ability to communicate verbally in Mandarin or Taiwanese.
• Start-up experience.
• Professional Engineer license.

Responsibilities

• Classify client requirements and communicate project requirements and design reviews to internal and external design teams for mechanical systems, including process exhaust duct, scrubbers for waste-air treatment, and chemical dosing.
• Perform the required scope of work and clarify specifications with stakeholders.
• Assist the procurement team with purchasing mechanical-system equipment and materials and with contractor awards.
• Interpret isometrics, P&IDs, and CAD drawings for mechanical engineering systems.
• Review, approve, and oversee the installation of mechanical engineering systems.
• Inspect work in progress to ensure workmanship conforms to specifications and construction schedules are followed.
• Review progress reports, materials used, costs, and contract payment applications, and adjust work schedules as indicated by reports.
• Review and respond to requests for information (RFIs) and change orders.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports for internal use and client communication.
• Identify and solve problems.
• Support scheduling and execution of schedules.
• Understand drawings, review specifications, and perform estimation.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided at no cost to employees.
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance provided at no cost to employees.
• Competitive salaries and opportunities for performance-based incentives.
• Education reimbursement for eligible employees pursuing continued learning and professional development.
• Career development and opportunities to take on new challenges and grow with the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level