AFO is looking for an Mechanical Engineer to work in Honolulu, HI. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!
The Mechanical Engineer provides technical engineering support for post-Hurricane Lowell damage assessment, stabilization, repair, and restoration of facility mechanical systems across Kaua?i. The position evaluates damage, develops repair recommendations, reviews contractor work, and supports safe and timely restoration of mission-critical facilities.
Responsibilities- Conduct field assessments of hurricane damage to HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, pumps, mechanical equipment, and related facility systems.
- Evaluate mechanical system conditions and develop repair, replacement, and restoration recommendations.
- Support emergency stabilization, temporary systems, and mission-critical facility restoration.
- Review mechanical drawings, specifications, equipment selections, contractor submittals, and repair approaches.
- Provide field engineering support and resolve mechanical construction issues.
- Inspect contractor installations and verify compliance with approved designs, specifications, codes, and Government requirements.
- Coordinate with Construction Managers, Civil/Electrical Engineers, SSHO, QC, Logistics, contractors, and Government representatives.
- Support development and validation of repair scopes, quantities, cost estimates, and schedules.
- Document field conditions, deficiencies, repair progress, and remaining requirements.
- Support transition from emergency repairs to permanent mechanical restoration.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience, preferably involving facilities, infrastructure, or construction.
- Experience with HVAC, plumbing, mechanical equipment, and facility systems.
- Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, equipment schedules, and technical submittals.
- Strong field assessment, problem-solving, technical writing, and communication skills.
Job ID2026-26129
Work TypeOn-Site
Pay Range123,000 - 133,149 annually
Benefits Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
Company DescriptionWork Where it MattersAkima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.
As an AFO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
