Commissioning Engineer in Training

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

401(k) with match

Medical, dental, vision

HSA contributions

Life insurance

Disability

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. (SSR) is a leading engineering design and consulting firm focused on facility and infrastructure challenges, with a nationwide presence.

The Commissioning Engineer in Training I works under Cx staff to develop commissioning plans from construction documents, perform site visits, and prepare test procedures while learning policies. Ideal candidates hold ABET-accredited engineering degrees, plan to pass the FE exam within the first year, and are proficient with Revit,

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• FE exam to be passed within the first year.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering software (Revit, AutoCAD).

Responsibilities

• Prepares commissioning plans from contract documents and training matrices.
• Assists with data input for Cx checklists and prepares test procedures.
• Reads blueprints, technical drawings, and shop drawings and performs site visits.
• Works with project managers to ensure conformance to design specifications.
• Develops technical documentation, proposals, and presentations.
• Attends training to become a certified commissioning provider.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Detail-oriented

Judgement & decision-making

Technical writing

Comprehension

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading comprehensive engineering design and consulting firm, SSR provides innovative solutions for clients with facility and infrastructure challenges. To achieve client needs, SSR has multiple locations across the US. Working with a diverse group of individuals in a variety of markets, our team of experts partner with our clients to deliver advanced solutions that last.

SSR is committed to providing opportunities and benefits to colleagues that promote living fully. Through various competitive benefits and programs available, SSR supports the health, well-being, and personal growth of its employees. SSR offers benefit options including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a generous contribution to employee-owned Health Savings Account, 401(k) with matching up to the full IRS maximum, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other employee incentives and wellness programs. SSR is a 2019 A/E/C Building a Better World Award Winner which recognizes our commitment to community outreach and improvement.

We feel that SSR is a great place, but don't take our word for it, See what our colleagues are saying at www.ssr-inc.com/life-at-ssr.

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What You'll Do

Under the direction and supervision of Cx staff, the Commissioning (Cx) Engineer in Training I assists in the creation of commissioning plans from construction documents and prepares material estimates for Cx projects. The Cx EIT I is responsible for learning Cx technical policies and procedures as well as performing site visits for project managers when needed.

• Prepares commissioning plans, which are made up of pre-functional checklists, functional performance tests, and the training matrix from contract documents prepared by the project design and construction team
• Assists with data input for Cx checklists
• Prepares test procedures for checking the operation of systems
• Reads and interprets blueprints, technical drawings, and shop drawings
• Performs project job site visits during construction to observe and learn about conformance to design specifications and owner expectations; these visits are performed with or without senior technical staff
• Learns to understand Cx technical policies and procedures during the execution of projects
• Attends training to become a certified commissioning provider
• Actively attends in-house training sessions to obtain knowledge in necessary technical areas
• Assist the project team in the development of technical documentation, proposals, and presentations
• Acts and performs activities inside and outside the organization in a manner consistent with ethical engineering standards
• Performs any other duties or responsibilities as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Knowledge of engineering theories and methodologies
• Knowledge of industry specific software (i.e., Revit and AutoCAD)
• Study and Pass FE exam within first year

SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Interpersonal Skills - ability to interact positively and work effectively with others
• Comprehension - ability to understand information, ideas, and direction presented in writing and/or verbally communicated
• Written Communication Skills - ability to clearly deliver a message through written words using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Speech Clarity - ability to speak clearly and in a common language so that others can understand you
• Detail-Oriented - ability to achieve accuracy and thoroughness when accomplishing a task; pays attention to details and is able to understand the cause of a certain outcome
• Judgement and Decision-Making Skills - ability to make reasoned judgments that are logical and well thought out; constructively questioning and analyzing information in order to make the best conclusion
• Technical Writing Skills - skilled in the area of summarizing or explaining technical information in a clear, concise, and accurate way, communicating the point intended

Who We're Looking For

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited college

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Eager to learn in a collaborative environment
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of engineering theories/methodologies and industry software (Revit and AutoCAD)
• Clear written communication and speech clarity; strong comprehension and followthrough on direction and feedback
• Detailoriented with sound judgment and decisionmaking; collaborative and eager to learn
• Intent to study for and pass the FE exam within the first year.
• Frequently use a computer for several hours at a time
• May need to periodically maneuver over, under, and around barriers as well as climb ladders on a job site
• Requires the ability to transport ladders and plans weighing up to 30 pounds

What We Offer

• 100% Employee-Owned - Ownership from day one with immediate ESOP vesting.
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) with immediate vesting and a generous company match.
• Health & Wellness - Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-funded HSA contributions for HDHP plans.
• Company-Paid Protection - Life insurance, AD&D, and short and long term disability at no cost to you.
• Work-Life Balance - Flexible schedules, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and paid company holidays.
• Career Growth - Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.

SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affiantative Action Employer

EEO Disabled/Veterans

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