Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer - Semiconductor Megaproject - Phoenix, AZ

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer responsible for producing detailed engineering designs, technical project plans, specifications, drawings, and models that meet our specifications and client needs. This role involves creating, influencing, and finalizing designs for various mechanical systems, including industrial and domestic piping, plumbing, chillers, boilers, HVAC ducting, exhaust, motor control, process chemicals, wastewater discharge, and Fire Protection systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone to continue developing their career through one of the most historic construction projects to be built in the United States. This person will sit onsite on the North side of Phoenix, AZ, while gaining competitive industry experience. There are multiple years of work planned out for just this particular project, with additional workload behind it.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform detailed mechanical system calculations such as load analysis, pump head curves, pressure drop, and energy consumption to optimize system performance.
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures while making minor adaptations and modifications to design concepts.
• Ensure quality control by complying with company and team design and CAD standards.
• Collaborate with the design team, other engineers, project managers, and stakeholders on specific objectives and complex features.
• Facilitate design review meetings, ensuring deliverables meet quality assurance standards and project milestones.
• Coordinate designs and develop understanding with other design disciplines (Electrical, Structural, Process/Chemical, Architectural, etc.).
• Perform field verifications/site walks to identify, verify, and incorporate solutions into design packages.
• Manage technical inquiries, submittal reviews, and RFI responses from contractors and vendors, supporting contractor coordination during procurement and installation phases.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• 2+ years of relevant Mechanical Engineering experience and strong proficiency in AutoCAD
• 1+ years of experience in Industrial Projects - Data Centers, Semiconductor, Tool Install, Healthcare, or Oil & Gas
• 1+ years of experience in Mechanical Calculations - Load Analysis, Pump Head Curves, Pressure Drop, Energy Consumption
• Experience designing HVAC Systems, Chillers, Boilers, Pump Hydraulics, Exhaust, Process Chemicals, and Wastewater Discharge
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration and client interaction

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferred but not required - 5+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer
• Preferred but not required - Experience with semiconductor or tool install projects
• Preferred but not required - Proficiency in Revit, Navisworks, PIPE-FLO, or similar tools

Work Environment

This position requires working 5 days on-site, with a flexible start time between 6 AM to 7 AM. The role involves working 40 to 50 hours per week, with eligibility for overtime. There are about 50 employees on-site, and the work reports to the Section Manager. This is a massive megaproject location, with multiple other companies and contractors onsite. This site also has ongoing construction for multiple facilities.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $32.69 - $48.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Phoenix,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.