This opportunity is contingent upon award.

Mechanical Engineer - OBO Major Rehabilitation Project (Athens, Greece)

Position Type: Full-Time Location: Athens, Greece

Duration: 24 Months (OCONUS Assignment)

Clearance Required: Final Secret (minimum) - must be able to obtain Top Secret

Salary Range: $110,000 - $125,000+ (Total compensation exceeds base salary)

Position Summary:

SteerBridge Strategies is hiring a skilled Mechanical Engineer to support the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) on a major rehabilitation project in Athens, Greece. This role involves on-site mechanical engineering oversight, quality assurance, and technical coordination of systems including HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform QA/QC oversight of mechanical installations and construction activities
• Review and evaluate contractor submittals, shop drawings, and technical data
• Respond to RFIs and maintain logs for submittals, inspections, and system issues
• Support review and development of Independent Government Estimates (IGEs)
• Evaluate and verify monthly contractor pay applications
• Monitor construction safety compliance (EM 385-1-1, OSHA) and adherence to international codes
• Participate in system testing, troubleshooting, and final commissioning
• Provide technical input on proposed changes or substitutions
• Attend meetings and prepare monthly mechanical progress reports
• Collaborate with the Project Director, government engineers, and contractor staff

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management from an accredited U.S. university
• OR a current Professional Engineer (PE) license in lieu of a degree
• Minimum 7 years of experience in mechanical construction oversight
• Design-only office experience does not qualify toward the 7 years
• Active Final Secret clearance (or Interim Top Secret) at time of proposal submission
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Final Top Secret clearance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Department of State OBO projects
• Familiarity with international mechanical codes and U.S. government specifications
• Previous experience working on overseas projects
• Professional Engineering License, Registered Architect, or Certified Construction Manager certification
• Expertise in final commissioning of HVAC, plumbing, and fire suppression systems

Compensation & Benefits:

• 20% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) on disposable income
• Full-scope health, dental, and vision insurance
• OCONUS medical and evacuation coverage
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) Safe Harbor with 4% dollar-for-dollar match
• Annual salary increase (minimum 3%)
• 120 hours PTO annually (with cash-out option)
• Tuition reimbursement ($2,500/year)
• Professional licensing and certification cost reimbursement
• Round-trip travel to/from post
• 2 weeks of hotel accommodations upon arrival
• Housing and local transportation support (Metro, Uber, taxi, etc.)

SteerBridge Strategies is committed to equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. SteerBridge Strategies will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities in accordance with applicable law.