Mechanical Engineer II/ QA Inspector

Job Tittle:         Mechanical Engineer II/ QA Inspector

Location:          Port St. Lucie, Florida, 34953

Duration:          Full Time 

About the Company

• At Radise International, we are a leading engineering and consulting firm delivering innovative infrastructure solutions across the globe. As part of the Smart Infrastructure Group, we specialize in providing cutting-edge services in engineering design, construction management, and quality assurance for complex projects across federal, commercial, and industrial sectors. Our mission is to support resilient and sustainable infrastructure through technical excellence, collaboration, and forward-thinking solutions. We partner with organizations such as USACE and other federal agencies to deliver high-impact projects that strengthen communities and critical systems.
  

Job Description:

Design and Technical Oversight:

• Review and evaluate mechanical design drawings, specifications, and submittals for compliance with USACE and federal design standards.
  
• Provide engineering oversight during construction phases, including field inspections, testing, and verification of mechanical systems.
  
• Support design development for HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and related mechanical systems.
  
• Coordinate with civil, electrical, and structural disciplines to ensure design integration and system performance.
  
• Prepare technical reports, design analyses, and recommendations to support project delivery.
  
• Participate in constructability reviews, value engineering, and life-cycle cost evaluations.
  

Construction and Quality Assurance:

• Conduct field inspections and quality assurance surveillance for mechanical systems and related works.
  
• Monitor Contractor Quality Control (QC) operations to ensure compliance with project specifications and safety standards.
  
• Receive, review, and process submittals and shop drawings using RMS; ensure proper documentation, review, and reporting.
  
• Prepare and submit daily inspection reports documenting progress, labor, materials, and any observed deficiencies.
  
• Maintain records of materials, test results, and “as-built” conditions.
  
• Conduct joint, pre-final, and final inspections and verify corrective actions are completed.
  
• Inspect safety precautions and enforce corrective measures for noncompliance.
  
• Participate in commissioning and testing of mechanical and control systems.
  

Project and Field Support:

• Review construction materials, workmanship, and adherence to approved submittals.
  
• Inspect installations of mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and related mechanical systems.
  
• Verify performance of testing and collect samples for laboratory analysis.
  
• Monitor project progress and estimate work completion percentages.
  
• Assist with coordination for utility relocations (mechanical systems).
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
  
• 5–10 years of relevant experience in mechanical design, construction, or project inspection (USACE or federal experience preferred).
  
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required.
  
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, RMS, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  
• In-depth knowledge of NEC, UFC, NFPA, and USACE engineering procedures.
  
• Strong documentation, reporting, and communication skills.
  
• Ability to interpret construction schedules and safety plans.
  
• Ability to travel to project sites within the USACE Caribbean District as needed.
  

Preferred Experience:

• Prior work on USACE, NAVFAC, or other federal design/construction projects.
  
• Experience with backup power systems, renewable energy, and energy efficiency initiatives.
  
• Familiarity with design-build delivery and government submittal processes.
  
• Knowledge of LEED or sustainable design standards.
  
• Experience overseeing major civil works and vertical construction projects such as hurricane gates, Army reserve centers, schools, and housing facilities.
  

Benefits