Gotion, Inc.
Mechanical Engineer - Construction & Capital Projects
Manteno, Illinois · Mid · Contract
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Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $90,043 would place this position at wage Level III. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Mechanical Engineers" for prevailing-wage purposes.
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About the role
- We are seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineer to support the design, construction, and commissioning of mechanical infrastructure and utility systems for a large-scale manufacturing facility.
- The ideal candidate has experience with industrial building utilities, mechanical systems, and facility infrastructure and is comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Design, support, and implement mechanical systems for new construction, facility expansions, and capital improvement projects.
- Develop and review mechanical drawings, utility layouts, piping diagrams, equipment specifications, and construction documents.
- Support construction teams during installation, commissioning, startup, and project closeout.
- Perform engineering calculations for mechanical systems, equipment sizing, utility demand, and piping systems.
- Ensure all work complies with company standards, applicable building codes, OSHA requirements, and engineering best practices.
- Support multiple capital projects simultaneously while maintaining project schedules and budgets.
- This role will provide engineering support for capital construction projects, facility expansions, and utility infrastructure while partnering with construction, facilities, operations, and maintenance teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- 3-5 years of experience supporting industrial, manufacturing, or construction projects.
- Experience working in manufacturing facilities, industrial plants, or large commercial construction environments.
- Strong understanding of facility mechanical infrastructure and industrial utilities.
- Required Technical Skills
- Experience with:
Nice to have
- Experience supporting industrial construction or capital projects.
- Experience with HVAC, chilled water, compressed air, steam, natural gas, and process utility systems.
- Knowledge of facility electrical infrastructure and its interaction with mechanical systems.
- Experience working with contractors during installation, startup, and commissioning.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.
- What Success Looks Like
- Contributes to projects that are completed on time, within budget, and with a focus on long-term operational reliability.
- This provides you with the opportunity to progress as you grow and advance your career at Gotion.
Compensation
- Base pay is one part of our total compensation package at Gotion, and is determined within a range.
Company info
- Gotion is a career destination - we are not simply attempting to just fill another job, but to pursue a dream of global green energy together!
- We offer outstanding opportunities to individuals seeking an exciting and challenging working environment.
- We are dedicated to fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve, cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging, and ensuring equal employment opportunities for all.
This listing is sourced directly from Gotion, Inc.'s careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.