General Engineer

Role Overview

We are seeking a versatile and proactive General Engineer to join our multi-disciplinary team in Long Beach. In this role, you will support Projects & Construction and Planning activities within a VA healthcare environment, applying engineering principles across mechanical, electrical, and structural systems.

What You Will Do

Develop, review, and maintain engineering designs, specifications, cost estimates, drawings, and technical change orders. Conduct site surveys, condition assessments, and feasibility investigations to support Projects & Construction and Planning activities.

Why It Might Be a Fit

You will serve as a technical resource for bridging design, construction, maintenance, and project administration activities to ensure facilities are safe, compliant, efficient, and supportive of patient-centered care.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
• Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible General Engineer experience
• Experience supporting healthcare, hospital, or clinical facilities, including knowledge of healthcare design standards, building systems, and safety requirements
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and construction documents
• Familiarity with patient centered care and working in active healthcare environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and MS Project; experience with Revit and VISTA beneficial
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for nonengineering stakeholders
• Ability to work across office settings, construction sites, and active healthcare facilities

Benefits

• Hourly pay: $65 - $90 per hour
• No paid holidays
• No paid time off (PTO)
• Overtime is not permitted unless pre-approved by both the client and the VA