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We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer with general contracting experience to support the planning, procurement, installation, and commissioning of process equipment and utilities at medical waste treatment facilities across North America. This fully remote role will play a critical part in the execution of new facility builds, upgrades, and process improvement projects, ensuring all installations meet operational, safety, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial equipment installation, utility integration (steam, air, water, and electrical systems), and construction coordination, with proven experience managing projects from permitting through startup. You will serve as the technical link between design, procurement, construction, and operations, ensuring successful equipment commissioning and operator training. This role includes travel (up to 50%) to support site preparation, oversee contractor work, and verify installation and system performance.
Role Overview Responsible for overseeing and executing the installation and startup of critical process and support systems at Daniels Health medical waste treatment facilities. You’ll be responsible for developing installation plans, purchasing and coordinating equipment, and ensuring all utilities and systems are correctly integrated for reliable operations. This is a hands‑on, cross‑functional engineering role that blends project management, mechanical system expertise, and construction oversight, contributing directly to Daniels Health’s mission of creating safer, more efficient, and sustainable medical waste solutions.
Responsibilities
Project Planning & Execution:
Develop comprehensive installation and startup plans & timelines for new and existing medical waste treatment facilities.
Coordinate with project managers, design engineers and general contractors to ensure project readiness and alignment with facility needs.
Handle bidding for installation of HVAC, steam, air, water, and electrical distribution systems.
Manage and track equipment and utility installation milestones from procurement through commissioning.
Equipment Procurement & Integration:
Specify, source, and purchase process equipment including autoclaves, wash lines, boilers, compactors, air compressors, and conveyance systems.
Evaluate supplier proposals and lead technical reviews for system compatibility and quality.
Coordinate the integration of mechanical, electrical, and control systems with site utilities.
Construction & Utility Coordination:
Interface with general contractors and subcontractors to ensure installation quality, safety compliance, and timeline adherence.
Verify installation drawings, submittals, and field changes to maintain design intent.
Manage installation of HVAC, steam, air, water, and electrical distribution systems.
Commissioning & Startup:
Develop and execute equipment commissioning plans, functional tests, and performance verification.
Lead startup activities, including operator training and documentation handover.
Troubleshoot and optimize system performance during startup and early operation.
Safety, Compliance & Documentation:
Ensure installations meet OSHA, NFPA, and local building codes.
Maintain detailed records of installation progress, commissioning data, and as‑built documentation.
Assist Maintenance team in CMMS implementation & documentation.
Coordinate equipment operational training with Operations team.
Promote a strong culture of safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence.
Skills and Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field).
Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, process equipment installation, or industrial facility construction; general contracting experience strongly desired.
Industry Experience: Experience with medical waste, pharmaceutical, chemical processing, or similar regulated environments.
Proficient in reading and implementation of construction drawings.
Strong understanding of mechanical systems, utilities, and industrial installation practices.
Experience managing contractors and vendors during equipment and utility installation.
Knowledge of safety, environmental, and quality compliance standards.
Exceptional communication, leadership, and cross‑functional coordination abilities.
Detail‑oriented and proactive with strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
Capable of managing multiple concurrent projects in a remote environment.
Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to cost of labor. The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, benefits, and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans.
Equal Opportunity Daniels Health & Sharpsmart is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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Role Overview Responsible for overseeing and executing the installation and startup of critical process and support systems at Daniels Health medical waste treatment facilities. You’ll be responsible for developing installation plans, purchasing and coordinating equipment, and ensuring all utilities and systems are correctly integrated for reliable operations. This is a hands‑on, cross‑functional engineering role that blends project management, mechanical system expertise, and construction oversight, contributing directly to Daniels Health’s mission of creating safer, more efficient, and sustainable medical waste solutions.
Responsibilities
Project Planning & Execution:
Develop comprehensive installation and startup plans & timelines for new and existing medical waste treatment facilities.
Coordinate with project managers, design engineers and general contractors to ensure project readiness and alignment with facility needs.
Handle bidding for installation of HVAC, steam, air, water, and electrical distribution systems.
Manage and track equipment and utility installation milestones from procurement through commissioning.
Equipment Procurement & Integration:
Specify, source, and purchase process equipment including autoclaves, wash lines, boilers, compactors, air compressors, and conveyance systems.
Evaluate supplier proposals and lead technical reviews for system compatibility and quality.
Coordinate the integration of mechanical, electrical, and control systems with site utilities.
Construction & Utility Coordination:
Interface with general contractors and subcontractors to ensure installation quality, safety compliance, and timeline adherence.
Verify installation drawings, submittals, and field changes to maintain design intent.
Manage installation of HVAC, steam, air, water, and electrical distribution systems.
Commissioning & Startup:
Develop and execute equipment commissioning plans, functional tests, and performance verification.
Lead startup activities, including operator training and documentation handover.
Troubleshoot and optimize system performance during startup and early operation.
Safety, Compliance & Documentation:
Ensure installations meet OSHA, NFPA, and local building codes.
Maintain detailed records of installation progress, commissioning data, and as‑built documentation.
Assist Maintenance team in CMMS implementation & documentation.
Coordinate equipment operational training with Operations team.
Promote a strong culture of safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence.
Skills and Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field).
Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, process equipment installation, or industrial facility construction; general contracting experience strongly desired.
Industry Experience: Experience with medical waste, pharmaceutical, chemical processing, or similar regulated environments.
Proficient in reading and implementation of construction drawings.
Strong understanding of mechanical systems, utilities, and industrial installation practices.
Experience managing contractors and vendors during equipment and utility installation.
Knowledge of safety, environmental, and quality compliance standards.
Exceptional communication, leadership, and cross‑functional coordination abilities.
Detail‑oriented and proactive with strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
Capable of managing multiple concurrent projects in a remote environment.
Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to cost of labor. The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, benefits, and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans.
Equal Opportunity Daniels Health & Sharpsmart is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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