Ali Al Salem Airbase, Kuwait

The Mechanical Engineer researches, develops, plans and designs mechanical and electromechanical products and systems that may involve nanotechnology. Oversees and coordinates activities involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation and repair of mechanical or electromechanical products and systems. Activities may involve but are not limited to electric generators, internal combustion engines and steam, gas turbines, power-using machines such as refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment, machine tools, material handling systems, elevators and escalators, industrial production equipment and robots used in manufacturing etc. Living and working conditions are remote and uncomfortable. A standard 60-hour work week, exposure to extreme weather, and hazardous worksite conditions. May be required to move on short notice under adverse conditions.

Duties and Responsibilities

Designing and implementing cost-effective equipment modifications to help improve safety, reliability and throughput

Performs design work for new construction, renovations and improvement projects for real property facilities

Interprets and adapts traditional methods and approaches in developing design calculations, layouts, drawings, and specifications that support project objectives and standards

Responsible for selected construction inspections, quality control and submittal reviews beyond the expertise of construction managers

Develops cost estimates and time schedules, Reviews and analyzes preliminary and final designs, plans and specifications for technical efficiency and adequacy

Prepares necessary correspondence, technical reports, contract documents, fact sheets and status reports and prepares final construction drawings suitable for obtaining qualified bids from Contractors

Prepares Architect and Engineer (A&E) Statements of Work (SOW), serves as a technical representative for negotiation and/or administration of contracts

Monitors and/or manages projects for new construction, renovations and improvements to real property facilities, utilizing a professional knowledge of engineering

Complies with health, safety and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment

Secure the cooperation of other crafts/trades supervisors

May perform maintenance and repair work, at times

Comply with health, safety and environmental rules and procedures

Perform work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment

Perform other qualified duties as assigned

Experience & Qualifications

Undergraduate Mechanical Engineering degree from an accredited higher educational institution is required

US Professional Mechanical Engineer's licensure preferred

Must have a minimum of four (4) years of design experience and be capable of providing mechanical design service including determination of HVAC loads, equipment selection, duct sizing and routing, interior plumbing design, and exterior plumbing design.

Must be proficient in AutoCAD 2012 or later

Experience in the use of documents relating to the development of projects, contracting, and construction is necessary

Working knowledge of Design Review, Project Mobilization, Quality Compliance, QA, Safety, Project Controls, and Capture Management

Computer literate, Microsoft Office 365 Suite and MS Project

Must be a US Citizen

Current US Passport required

Must have an active US Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance

Must be able to travel domestically and internationally

Must pass a Fit-for-Duty Physical Examination

AIM World Services, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer