Junior Mechanical Field Engineer

LotusWorks•New Albany, OH

10h•Onsite

About The Position

LotusWorks is seeking a Mechanical Field Engineer for a large-scale semiconductor fab build in New Albany, Ohio. The role has two phases. During construction, the employee supports Construction Project Managers and field teams by coordinating mechanical scope, tracking project progress, managing project information, and helping ensure installations are ready for quality and commissioning turnover. After construction activities, the employee transitions to the Quality and Commissioning team, taking ownership of mechanical and process utility systems through testing, commissioning, and turnover. The role involves field quality oversight, coordination with trade partners and stakeholders, safety, and clear reporting. In the construction-support phase, the employee tracks mechanical scope against the schedule, including look-aheads, constraints, and trade partner progress; coordinates submittals, RFIs, design changes, and inspection issues; conducts daily field walks; and prepares weekly status reports and action-item logs. In the quality and commissioning phase, the employee performs QA/QC and commissioning inspections on facility mechanical systems, witnesses testing and cleaning activities, documents functional and integrated system testing, manages punch-list closeout, and supports startup, turnover documentation, and O&M readiness. Work is scheduled Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, approximately 50 hours per week including overtime. Occasional weekend work may be required. The position includes work in construction and cleanroom environments.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of construction site experience, with prior experience supporting construction, commissioning, quality assurance, or quality control activities on mechanical systems.
Working knowledge of mechanical and process utility systems such as HVAC and make-up air, exhaust and abatement, PCW, UPW, CDA, process vacuum, and bulk gas systems.
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, isometrics, and mechanical layouts.
Familiarity with pressure testing, flushing, cleaning, and commissioning requirements, including ASME B31.3 standards.
Experience managing submittals, RFIs, look-aheads, and issue logs through project close-out.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Smartsheet.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver clear written status reporting.
Commitment to a strong safety culture and willingness to work in both construction and cleanroom environments.
Proof of education, licenses, and certifications required where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud (BIM360), or commissioning software.
Experience in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, data center, or other mission-critical facilities.
Experience with process piping systems, including orbital welded stainless steel, PVDF/PP piping, or UPW systems.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related technical discipline; equivalent construction, trade, or field experience will also be considered.

Responsibilities

Track mechanical scope against the project schedule, including look-aheads, constraints, and trade partner progress.
Manage submittals, RFIs, and design change follow-up between Project Managers, design teams, and trade partners.
Track inspection requests and issues through the project issues log to closure.
Coordinate directly with trade foremen and field teams to resolve installation and construction issues.
Conduct daily field walks to monitor installation status, safety compliance, housekeeping, and quality observations.
Prepare weekly status reports, action-item logs, and progress updates for Project Managers.
Support planning and coordination activities to keep mechanical systems on schedule and ready for quality and commissioning turnover.
Execute QA/QC and commissioning inspections on semiconductor facility mechanical systems, including HVAC and make-up air, exhaust and abatement, PCW, UPW, hot and chilled water, CDA, process vacuum, and bulk gas systems.
Witness pressure testing, flushing, and cleaning activities and verify compliance with P&IDs, project specifications, and ASME B31.3 requirements where applicable.
Generate, track, and close punch-list items and support compilation of turnover documentation for Owner acceptance.
Execute and document functional testing activities and support integrated system testing.
Support system startup, final turnover, and O&M readiness activities.
Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and client stakeholders to support successful commissioning and handover of mechanical systems.