Mechanical Project Engineer

About Us

We are one of Southern California’s leading value-added mechanical contractors. With a focus on client requirements, we offer BIM capabilities, design-build services, sustainable solutions, commercial HVAC systems, and complex mechanical and industrial system installations.

Job Summary

University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors, Inc. is currently seeking individuals for a full-time position as a Mechanical Project Engineer located in our San Diego, CA area. Backed by the strength and stability that comes with almost a century of customer care and ownership, UMEC adheres to the highest safety standards for its employees and clients. UMEC offers industry-leading building information modeling (BIM) capabilities, design/build services, sustainable solutions, commercial HVAC services, and complex mechanical and industrial system installations.

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Project Estimating (Take-Off & Analysis)

• Project Scheduling (Manpower scheduling)

• Manage RFIs (Requests for Information)

• Prepare Submittal Packages

• Manage Flow of Contractor provided submittal data

• Assist in data population of forms

• Prepare Project Progress Billings

• Assist in Technical Analysis, Trouble shooting, and problem solving of HVAC Air Equipment, HVAC Piping Equipment Systems, HVAC & Plumbing Equipment

Skills and Experience:

• Basic working knowledge HVAC & Plumbing Design & System Operation

• Basic working knowledge of Commercial & Industrial construction sequences

• Basic working knowledge of construction estimating

• Basic working knowledge of testing procedures for HVAC systems.

• Basic working knowledge of ASHRAE data & guidelines

• Average proficiency with MS Project scheduling program

• Average proficiency with MS Access or other database programs

• Above average proficiency with MS Excel & Word

• Above average proficiency with Internet

• Above average verbal & writing skills

• Above average organizational skills in handling & archiving technical data

Recommended that the candidate have bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management, and/or 5 years industry experience as a Construction Project Engineer.

Candidate should be able to demonstrate experience with project administration, project scheduling, productivity analysis, project cost control accounting, plus equipment & material procurement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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Geographic Disclosure

We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.

Compensation Range: $66,560 to $90,000.

We offer our employees a competitive salary and competitive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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Job Locations US-CA-El Cajon

ID 2026-51410

Company University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors, Inc.

Category Engineering

Position Type Full-Time

Location Type Onsite

Posted Date 1 day ago (7/27/2026 5:42 PM)