Mechanical Support

Engineering Economics, Inc.•Sterling, VA

5d•$38 - $55•Hybrid

About The Position

At EEI, the People First culture is rooted in trust, accountability, shared success, excellence, integrity, and genuine care. As an employee-owned company, EEI shares success through its Employee Stock Ownership Plan. The Mechanical Support role on EEI’s Mission Critical team helps commission, test, and document mechanical systems in data centers and other high-reliability facilities. Working alongside experienced commissioning professionals, the employee gains hands-on exposure to HVAC systems, chilled water systems, cooling infrastructure, controls integration, and field testing. The role is suited to a developing technical professional, recent graduate, field technician, facilities operator, building engineer, military mechanical professional, or construction-minded candidate seeking to develop a career in mission-critical commissioning and facility performance. This is a hybrid office and field-based role involving site visits. Travel is typically up to 75%, with requirements varying by project and individual location. Site visits may include mission-critical facilities, data centers, active construction environments, mechanical rooms, uneven ground, varying weather, and field interactions. The role reports to a Mechanical Lead or assigned project technical lead, has no supervisory responsibilities, and works closely with EEI project teams and external project partners. The hourly compensation range is $38.46–$54.80, based on the national labor market and subject to change. EEI describes itself as a facility and energy consulting company that provides building commissioning, facility assessments, master planning, energy audits, technical program management, and specialty services for healthcare, data center, and mission-critical facilities.

Requirements

Experience or exposure in mechanical systems, facilities operations, commissioning, construction, engineering, maintenance, building operations, military mechanical work, or a related technical environment.
Basic understanding of mechanical equipment, facility systems, construction activities, or technical field work, with willingness to continue learning.
Ability to learn technical concepts and apply them in office and field environments.
Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, drawings, and system information with guidance.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn commissioning documentation tools or project software.
Currently authorized to work in the U.S. full-time.
Ability to perform site inspections, which may include walking project sites, climbing ladders, occasionally lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs, and working in confined spaces when needed.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Facilities Management, Construction Management, Building Systems, or a related field.
Exposure to HVAC systems, chilled water systems, controls, building automation systems, commissioning, data centers, or mission-critical facilities.
Hands-on technical experience through internships, technician roles, trade programs, military service, facility operations, maintenance, or field-based project work.
Interest in developing a long-term career in commissioning, building performance, data centers, or mission-critical operations.

Responsibilities

Assist with commissioning, testing, and verification of mechanical systems supporting mission-critical facilities and data centers.
Participate in field observations, equipment startup support, and functional testing alongside experienced technical staff.
Gather field data, photos, notes, and system information to support documentation, issue tracking, and project closeout.
Support project teams with coordination, site readiness, testing preparation, and communication across stakeholders.
Build practical knowledge of HVAC, chilled water, cooling infrastructure, controls integration, and commissioning best practices.
Maintain accurate project records, test forms, issue logs, and deliverables.
Follow safety expectations and contribute to a collaborative, People First team environment.
Support assigned project activities and contribute positively to team execution.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 100% employer funded.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs).
Company-paid long-term disability, short-term disability, and basic life insurance.
Voluntary life, accident coverage, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Profit-sharing and discretionary performance bonuses.
401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting.
Vacation and sick time.
Eight paid holidays and two floating holidays.
Parental leave.
Milestone Travel Award every five years.
Remote-first company.
Paid certifications, seminars, and conferences.
Professional development opportunities.