Mechanical Engineer - Heavy Equipment & Machinery
Southland Holdings • Jacksonville, FL • Posted June 27, 2026
About the Role
Department Heavy Civil – Mechanical / Equipment Operations
Location Jacksonville, FL (Project sites may include Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, and Manatee Counties)
Employment Type Full-Time, Project-Based
FLSA Status Exempt
Reports To Project Manager / Senior Mechanical Engineer
Travel Required Up to 75% (local job sites)
Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our heavy civil construction team supporting large-scale infrastructure projects across the Tampa Bay region. This includes bridge construction, port and marine facility improvements, roadway and highway development, stormwater systems, and utility corridor installations. The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for overseeing all mechanical aspects of heavy equipment and machinery operations, ensuring peak performance, regulatory compliance, and project schedule adherence.
Key Responsi...
Location Jacksonville, FL (Project sites may include Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, and Manatee Counties)
Employment Type Full-Time, Project-Based
FLSA Status Exempt
Reports To Project Manager / Senior Mechanical Engineer
Travel Required Up to 75% (local job sites)
Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our heavy civil construction team supporting large-scale infrastructure projects across the Tampa Bay region. This includes bridge construction, port and marine facility improvements, roadway and highway development, stormwater systems, and utility corridor installations. The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for overseeing all mechanical aspects of heavy equipment and machinery operations, ensuring peak performance, regulatory compliance, and project schedule adherence.
Key Responsi...