Commissioning Engineer (Building Automation Systems)
The Work: As a Commissioning Engineer (Building Automation Systems) , you will support Chinook’s clients by coordinating, and delivering commissioning services throughout the facility planning, design, construction, warranty, and operations lifecycle. In this role you will apply your extensive technical expertise to deliver technical solutions to complex problems and with guidance, you will determine objectives and approaches to assignments, and you may review the work of other staff. This position offers a career path to an Energy Manager, Facility Engineer, or Project Manager level positions and an exciting opportunity to make an impact in the growing markets of sustainability, resiliency and cybersecurity. This position is onsite at a major Federal building located in Arlington, VA, but you must be able to travel to client sites up to 20% of the time. Majority of our clients are in the Eastern Time Zone of the United States, especially in the Mid-Atlantic Region. Key Responsibilities: · Execute commissioning of building automation systems (BAS), energy management and facilities management services for new and existing buildings on multiple concurrent projects. · Understand, analyze and interpret RFPs, design and construction documents, standards, codes, scopes, and project deliverables. · Prepare commissioning plans, specifications, checklists, functional performance tests, and reports. · Conduct design reviews, submittal reviews, reviews and facilitation of training plans, and O&M manual reviews. · Conduct site observations and witnessing functional performance testing. · Solve coordination issues impacting equipment and systems startup and testing activities. · Ensure conformance with the project requirements, the commissioning plan and the contract documents. · Review technical reports for completeness and accuracy, e.g. start ‐ up reports, checkout sheets, and test reports. · Facilitate transition of systems to operations and the implementation of maintenance programs. · Develop, build, and maintain effective relationships with internal staff and clients. · Prepare project estimates, schedules, and work plans. · Conduct project reviews and prepare status reports/presentations for the company and/or client. · Conduct quality assurance on project deliverables and project activities. · Support preparation of invoices and supporting materials. Minimum Qualifications: · Must have an Associates Degree, Bachelor's Degree, and at least 5 years of direct experience in facilities Building Automation Systems (BAS) and HVAC Mechanical systems. · Experience in the integration of mechanical systems with electrical, fire protection, and fire alarms is required. · Must possess an in-depth knowledge of LEED and industry standards and practices e.g. ASHRAE, BCA, ACG, GSA. · Must be proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, MS Project, PowerPoint). · Experience in using scheduling software is required. · Requires a Valid State Issued Driver's License and the ability to travel to various work sites. Citizenship/Clearance Requirements: · Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain up to a Top Secret clearance due to our customer requirements and the nature of the work that we do. Preferred Qualifications: · An Active Secret or higher Security Clearance. · Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent. · Experience with database management systems for commissioning and core business processes. Salary, dependent upon qualifications and experience: $80,000 - $120,000 Physical Considerations: · Must be able to walk construction sites with uneven surfaces, carry up to 25 lbs., climb stairs and ladders, and work both indoors and outdoors in severe weather conditions, in confined spaces, and in dust-generating environments. · Must be able to maintain spatial awareness and comply with safety standards while working near mechanical and electrical building equipment and systems. · Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required. Who is Chinook? Chinook Systems, Inc. is a leader in delivering lifecycle energy security solutions to mission critical government and commercial facility Owners. We specialize in engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations of intelligent, cyber secure, code compliant, and energy efficient building systems. Our solutions save millions of dollars in utility costs, reduce harmful emissions to the environment, and mitigate cyber ‐ attacks on facilities. Chinook provides motivated employees with the opportunity to advance in a fast ‐ growing, innovative, entrepreneu rial, and collaborative w ork environment. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Chinook Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against anyone because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, or sexual orientation. Chinook is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
