Commissioning Electrical Project Engineer

FST Technical Services, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the building construction industry is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Project Engineer. This role involves delivering professional services for equipment in electrical and mechanical systems, while also requiring strong problem-solving skills. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and have at least 5 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in maintenance, construction, or engineering controls
• 3+ years managing interconnectivity of building equipment

Responsibilities

• Delivery and execution of professional services tasks for equipment
• Field observation reports and functional performance testing
• Support team leader in coordinating with project engineers

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Public speaking

Adaptability

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HVACR or Electrical Engineering

Associate's degree in engineering technology

Job description

At FST we are experiencing an exciting period of growth and are continuing to be a trailblazer in the industry while holding true to our core values: innovation, safety, service, accountability, fellowship and expertise. Our success is a direct reflection of the talent and dedication of our extraordinary team. We are looking for motivated people as we head into this exciting new chapter. Join us in making a positive impact each day in the building construction industry!

About the job:

• An Electrical Commissioning project engineer reports to a team leader and is responsible for the delivery and execution of our professional services tasks for equipment in electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and associated systems.
• Primary activities include completing office assignments, time and expense management, in-field installation validation, field observation reports, functional performance testing, meeting attendance and documentation, on-site and factory witness testing, submittal reviews, and design documentation evaluation.
• Additional activities include executing target billable hours, managing tasks within time budgeted, leading cx meetings, assisting the construction team with identifying/solving technical issues when they arise, and maintaining positive relations with existing clients on assigned projects.
• Administrative activities include supporting the team leader in coordinating with other project engineers and senior project engineers regarding weekly staff scheduling, training/mentoring team members on proper documentation, field procedures, and equipment usage, and participating in the company-wide safety and training programs.
• Candidate must be able to travel to and from various job sites within the assigned region.

Requirements:

• Completed a Bachelors Degree in HVACR orElectrical Engineering, construction management or an associates degree in engineering technology or related trade school, construction, maintenance, or engineering controls experience
• 5+ years employment in a staff or intern position related to maintenance, construction, or engineering controls or 1+ years in the Cx industry
• 3+ years of experience managing the interconnectivity of building equipment including pumps, fans, motors, air ventilation, chillers, boilers, steam distribution, heat absorption, building automation systems, optimization techniques, electrical distribution, and fire alarm systems.
• Knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, bid process, and ancillary industry documents
• Aptitude to solve problems independently and in a team environment
• Affective verbal and written communication skills
• Public speaking and presentation skills
• Adaptability to varying indoor and outdoor working conditions
• Physical fitness, capability to lift at least 30 pounds, and ability to climb ladders
• Proficiency in Microsoft office

Preferred Qualifications:

• Trade association involvement
• EIT, ACP, CEMor similar certification from experience
• OSHA10 or other safe workplace certifications
• Familiarity with building information modeling

Salary range: $110,000 - $130,000