OFE Engineer
TW Constructors (TWC)
Full Time
St. Louis, Mo.
The Role:
The OFE Engineer is responsible for coordinating, tracking, inspecting, and managing owner-furnished equipment throughout the construction lifecycle of large-scale hyperscale data center projects. This position works closely with project management, engineering, procurement, logistics, subcontractors, vendors, and commissioning teams to ensure equipment is delivered, installed, tested, and turned over in accordance with project schedules, specifications, and quality standards.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and manage all owner-furnished equipment (OFE) activities, including procurement tracking, delivery scheduling, receiving, inspections, storage, installation coordination, and final turnover.
- Collaborate with owners, vendors, subcontractors, project managers, superintendents, and engineering teams to ensure equipment availability aligns with construction schedules and project milestones.
- Monitor and maintain accurate OFE procurement logs, delivery schedules, equipment inventories, material tracking reports, and installation status.
- Oversee receiving and inspection processes to verify equipment quantities, specifications, condition, documentation, and compliance with project requirements.
- Coordinate logistics, transportation, off-site storage, material handling, and equipment distribution throughout large-scale data center campuses.
- Identify and resolve equipment shortages, delivery delays, damaged materials, discrepancies, and other logistical challenges that could impact construction progress.
- Support the installation and coordination of critical data center equipment, including electrical switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, cooling equipment, and associated infrastructure.
- Work closely with QA/QC teams to ensure equipment inspections, documentation, deficiency tracking, and corrective actions meet owner and project quality standards.
- Coordinate with commissioning teams to support equipment readiness, Level 2 through Level 5 (L2-L5) commissioning activities, testing, and final operational turnover.
- Utilize project management platforms such as Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel to maintain accurate equipment records and reporting.
- Participate in project coordination meetings, construction planning, schedule reviews, and equipment readiness discussions to identify risks and maintain project progress.
- Ensure OFE activities comply with project safety requirements, manufacturer recommendations, contract specifications, and established construction procedures.
- Maintain accurate equipment documentation, including receiving reports, inspection records, warranties, shipping documents, installation verification, and turnover packages.
- Assist project leadership with equipment forecasting, procurement coordination, schedule recovery strategies, and continuous improvement of OFE management processes.
- Support multiple project teams and affiliated companies as needed, maintaining effective communication and coordination across all phases of construction.
Travel Requirement: Projects are located nationwide. Extensive travel and on-site project assignments are required based on company and operational needs.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in Construction Management, or equivalent experience
- Experience in Procore, Bluebeam, and other related construction software.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Ability to handle stressful situations in a professional manner
- Self-motivated and forward-thinking, with sound decision-making abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Career Growth
• Take on challenging design/build projects in commercial and industrial construction.
• Opportunities for advancement through mentorship and hands-on learning.
Comprehensive Benefits
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) match
• Life insurance
• Additional benefits for employees and their families
Headquarters Perks
• In-office gym
• Personal training sessions
• Yoga classes
• Massage therapist
• Game room
Company Culture
• Collaborative, innovative, and people-centered
• Strong focus on safety, work-life balance, and professional development
• Team activities and wellness programs supporting both physical and mental health
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
