Mechanical Commissioning Engineer

Andover, New Jersey, United States

• Category: Mechanical Engineering

Description

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Overview

NV5 is a nationally recognized engineering firm with over 3,000 employees and 100 offices worldwide. Our Building Technologies division has led the industry in Commissioning, Retro-Commissioning, and Energy Audits for nearly three decades.

NV5 is currently seeking a motivated Mid-Level Mechanical Commissioning Engineer to join our Andover, Massachusetts team—someone passionate about optimizing building performance and ready to grow within a dynamic, mission-driven environment. The candidate will participate in the demonstration and documentation of the performance of the Building Systems, LEED process, troubleshooting analysis, facility condition assessment and energy conservation measure surveys, under the umbrella of commissioning, retro-commissioning, and re-commissioning.

Responsibilities

Work with Senior Commissioning Engineers and Project Managers (PM) for technical review and guidance and assist in the development and mentorship of Junior Commissioning Engineers. Using prescribed methods, and/or working from standard documents, perform specific and daily assignments. Apply standard practices and techniques in situations, adjusts and gathers data, and follows operations through a series of related steps or processes, including, but not limited to:

Perform basic calculations

Assist in the evaluation of fundamental engineering guidelines, code compliance requirements and industry standards

Development of Commissioning Documentation (Cx Plans, Specification, Reports, Manuals, Checklist, Tests, Review and Issue Logs, etc.)

Perform design and submittal reviews.

Attend site visits to verify system/equipment installation and prepare field reports to document site observations and/or functional testing

Analyze test results and compare to acceptance criteria outlined in the test procedure.

Assists with troubleshooting, analyzing and/or researching equipment/system issues to determine root cause.

Provide solutions and/or corrective actions for commissioning issues identified during site visits and/or functional testing.

Participate on multiple projects concurrently.

Participation in the commissioning of facility management systems (i.e., bar coding, P.M. work order system, organization structure, and computerized maintenance management software.)

Other duties may include but are not limited to photocopying, plotting, scanning, packaging, mailing, and any other miscellaneous duties, which may be required from time to time to assist in completing the project and the smooth operation of the firm.

Update job knowledge and technical expertise by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, participating in technical organizations

Up to 50% interstate travel is periodically required

Perform other duties as assigned

Maintain effective communication with clients, contractors and other project team members.

Qualifications

Required

3+ years of Commissioning experience

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, energy engineering, or a closely related field is preferred. Candidates with a two-year technical degree and equivalent relevant experience will also be considered.

Must have the ability to obtain a Security and CORI clearance from commercial, private and government agencies.

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent problem-solving skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred

Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA), Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP), Building Commissioning Professional (BCxP), or similar commissioning certification preferred

EIT certification preferred, or the ability and intent to obtain it within a reasonable timeframe.

LEED Accredited Professional a plus.

Basic understanding of networking, including architecture and security

Experience developing constructions scope and sequence of operation pseudocode

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Company

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NV5

Visionary is not a term typically associated with technical  and engineering professionals. Yet for 65 years, NV5 has anticipated the changes that would impact our clients and has expanded our capabilities in order to deliver sustainable solutions for the built environment.

“Beyond Engineering” describes not only the services we provide, but also our business philosophy.  It explains how we treat our clients and our attention to their needs.  It describes how we establish relationships that go beyond the realm of the project at hand, our commitment to sustainability, our involvement in our communities and the variety of services we provide.

NV5 offers value solutions for public and private infrastructure, real estate and the environment.  Clients include federal, state, municipal and local governments as well as private property owners and quasi-public agencies for the fields of education, healthcare and energy and utilities.

Projects consist of the planning, design, permitting, inspection and field supervision, and management oversight of transportation systems, water/wastewater systems, sports facilities, military base renovations, utilities expansion, renewable energy, and education and healthcare facilities.  Outsourcing, forensic engineering, litigation support, condition assessment and compliance certification are other services provided for projects of the same type.