Mechanical Engineer - Facilities

Catholic Charities USA - Alamogordo, NM

Full-time - Entry Level

Alamogordo, NM

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About the position

Canvas is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the 704th Test Support Squadron on the TMAS II contract at Holloman AFB. This role involves providing assistance and advisory services to the Department of Defense (DoD) and managing various construction and infrastructure projects, ensuring adherence to schedules and compliance with building codes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage new construction projects.
• Improve existing infrastructure.
• Write statements of work and develop independent government estimates.
• Perform surveillance over contractors.
• Program UMMC ($4M-9M) and MILCON ($9M+) projects.
• Support a perpetual 3- to 5-year strategic Financial Plan for a $2.5B FY26-31 funding surge.
• Manage HVAC, fire protection, water distribution, plumbing, sanitary sewer, rain field, helium system, and other repairs for 280 facilities.
• Adhere tightly to established schedules.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline and up to 3 years of relevant experience; Master's degree desired.
• Familiarity with facility infrastructure needs of a DoD Installation.
• Knowledge of building codes applicable to DoD facilities.
• Familiarity with MILCON requirements.
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• 3-5 years of experience, a portion of which involved work at an AF Installation desired.
• Knowledge of test facilities desired.
• Must have and be able to maintain a Secret security clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with DoD facilities and infrastructure management.
• Project management experience in a military context.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance
• Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs
• Robust Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Spot Awards for exemplary individual performance
• Discretionary performance-based bonuses