MBP (McDonough Bolyard Peck) ยท 3 weeks ago
Mechanical Engineer (PE) (Full-Time)
Jacksonville, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expMBP (McDonough Bolyard Peck) is involved in managing the mechanical acceptance testing process for a significant military construction program. The Mechanical Engineer will oversee the design, installation, and acceptance of mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with project specifications and operational effectiveness.
ConstructionConsultingInformation Technology
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Stephanie Aurand, CMIT
Responsibilities
Review HVAC designs focusing on constructability of systems, ability to successfully perform DALT and TAB and system performance. Verify TAB requirements are incorporated in the construction documents per UFC and UFGS requirements. For PVT, design review should focus on ensuring the controls system is complete, functional, and meets the applicable UFC and UFGS requirements
Witness mechanical system testing consisting of site inspection, testing, adjusting and balancing (TAB) verification, duct air leakage tests(DALT) and performance verification testing (PVT) for facility HVAC and other mechanical systems prior to construction completion. This includes verifying design, installation, and system balancing, optimizing and verifying digital controls, verifying equipment start and operation for air handlers, chillers, pumps, boilers, terminal equipment, energy recovery, renewable energy, and distribution systems. Systems and components are thoroughly evaluated to ensure that they are installed in accordance with design intent and provide desired levels of performance and energy efficiency
Coordinate schedules and witnesses test activities with contractors, equipment vendors, commissioning authorities, FEAD and Public Works personnel and design engineers
Verify installed systems meet project specifications and operate per sequence of operations
Verify proper installation, operation and programming of Building Management Systems
Validate complete system functionality including hardware, software and programming and resolve issues with others to ensure proper operation of the Building Management System
Document and communicate deficiencies, and design and operation issues to appropriate organization. Serve as a mechanical technical advisor and act as troubleshooter for complex HVAC issues during and post construction and develop recommended solutions for resolving issues
Qualification
Required
Possess a bachelor degree in mechanical engineering from a four-year institution recognized by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
Possess a current mechanical engineering professional engineer (PE) license combined with 5 years' experience
Possess a current mechanical engineering professional engineer (PE) license combined with 10 years' minimum experience in mechanical engineering field, preferably in the federal sector
10 years of experience in design of commercial HVAC systems including controls sequences, equipment, and piping
10 years of experience in startup, acceptance testing and performance field verification of commercial HVAC systems equipment and associated controls systems
Advanced knowledge of complex mechanical engineering concepts, principles and practices required in order to investigate and provide assistance to field offices on the entire range of mechanical engineering construction activities for facilities construction
Knowledge in the use of test equipment and instrumentation for balance of air flow, water flow, pump and fan performance, heat exchange equipment performance and other HVAC system measurements
Knowledge of gas and fluid flow balancing techniques as associated with HVAC systems
Experience in using manometers, venturis, thermal imaging devices, air and water meters in balancing systems
In depth understanding of HVAC and industrial control system operation, sequencing techniques and system optimization
Advanced knowledge of design principles, government criteria and industry codes and standards
Ability to apply experiential judgment to solve a variety of mechanical equipment and system operation problems
Understanding of hardware design, system programming, controls installation and coordination, system and network commissioning and project closeout
Understanding of typical installation hardware design and software programming using established standards
Experience in the integration of low voltage building sub-systems using various industry protocols such as BACnet, N2 and Modbus and IT Networking
Experience with diagnoses and repairs of complex control systems malfunctions requiring extensive knowledge of a variety of electronic or digital controls systems and ability to test and write modifications in multiple languages of systems software
Experience and ability with programming, loading, device verification, and commissioning of all system controllers including Supervisory controllers, field controllers and network level devices
Understanding of commissioning and system diagnostics from system-level controllers to end devices (i.e. sensors, transmitters, actuators, etc.)
Understanding of supervisory controller setup and configuration, programming, and database maintenance
Understanding how to perform and how to explain system calibrations requiring basic electronic test equipment or analog test equipment
Understanding of a complete HVAC system functionality and able to communicate with others to ensure proper operation
Strong knowledge of technical aspects of construction contract quality control, quality assurance and commissioning practices
Advanced knowledge of control, monitoring, recording, trending and analysis tools, processes, applications, software, and hardware requirements, as related to HVAC controls and system monitoring
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Benefits
Competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses
Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
100% Employer paid medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits (for individual)
Health Savings Account with company contribution
401(k)/Roth 401(k) plan with company match
Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Reimbursement
Numerous Training and Professional Development opportunities
Wellness Program & Fitness Program Reimbursement
Company
MBP (McDonough Bolyard Peck)
MBP is a multi-disciplined consulting firm that provides a broad range of professional services designed to mitigate risk and optimize value within the built environment.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Christopher Payne
President and Chief Executive Officer
John MacKay
Chief Operating Officer
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