Field Engineer

Environmental Health & Engineering, Inc.; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP allotment

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

Environmental Health & Engineering, Inc. (EH&E) is hiring a Field Engineer in Newton, MA to join the Commissioning Team. You will support commissioning, retro-commissioning, data collection and analysis, and decarbonization efforts for built environments.

You'll learn EH&E offerings, work with senior staff, and contribute to proposal development, budgeting, and client deliverables in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or DED required.
• BS degree in Mechanical, Facilities, or Electrical Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• 0+ years of experience required.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work in the field with clients and contractors; office data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand construction drawings, schematics, data and reports.
• Assist in proposal development and project budgeting with takeoff estimates.
• Review equipment specifications and help develop manuals for operators.
• Evaluate mechanical systems to meet performance requirements using engineering principles.
• Process and analyze data using engineering tools; support quality control and reporting.
• Communicate findings clearly to colleagues and clients; support stakeholder meetings.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Proficient in Word and Excel

Willingness to travel and field work

Education

BS degree in Mechanical, Facilities, or Electrical Engineering or Construction Management preferred

Job description

Environmental Health & Engineering (EH&E), a 100% employee-owned company, provides businesses and institutions with innovative and cost saving solutions for their health and safety, environmental and engineering needs. Our mission is to protect people, businesses and the environment. We achieve this by offering a broad range of services from indoor air quality assessment, energy management solutions, regulatory compliance and management, infection prevention programs, independent building commissioning – and more! EH&E is a trusted partner engaged with recognized leaders in healthcare, top-notch academic and research institutions, Fortune 500 companies, large scale enterprises and government agencies.

Headquartered in Newton, Massachusetts, our sustainable office space was designed based on the WELL Building standard , a program to advance health and well-being in the workplace.

Location:

Newton, MA

Job Id:

314

# of Openings:

1

Job Summary

As a part of EH&E’s Commissioning Team, a Field Engineer will contribute to collaborative project teams focused on, commissioning, retro-commissioning, data collection and analysis, energy and emissions optimization and decarbonization of the built environment. The successful applicant will demonstrate an ability to learn quickly, proactively, and independently, leveraging colleagues and available resources to get up to speed on existing service offerings and to ultimately help improve and expand EH&E’s capabilities.

A typical day might include data collection or equipment inspection in the field, as well as data analysis or reporting in the office. This position reports to a senior staff member in Commissioning, Engineering, and Energy.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Technical Expertise

• Read and understand construction drawings, technical drawings, schematics, data, and reports.
• Research and complete takeoff estimates to assist in proposal development and project budgeting.
• Review equipment specifications and help to develop manuals for building operators.
• Learn to evaluate mechanical equipment, systems, and processes to meet performance requirements by applying knowledge of engineering principles.

Data Analysis

• Processes collected data using existing tools and templates.
• Documents assumptions, data sources, and judgments to facilitate quality control and support future data update management.
• Learns and adapts to new analysis platforms, including modeling software, spreadsheet and database software.
• Collect data by following specified quality control procedures. Alert project managers to any observed deviations.

Communication

• Communicates clearly verbally to colleagues, clients, and partners. Supports meetings and/or presentations with internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will work to grow into a consultant and subject matter expert who can share their opinion with a wide range of stakeholders in a thoughtful and articulate manner.
• Has the ability to communicate clearly in multiple formats. Supports internal and external documentation for clients and colleagues.
• Learns from and is able to apply constructive feedback appropriately.

Management

• Adheres to project and task timelines. Produces deliverables which are complete and timely.
• Manages time and priorities effectively.
• Communicates challenges as they arise and navigates different internal and external tasks appropriately.
• Reinforces EH&E’s business integrity and supports client retention through positive, professional, respectful, and knowledgeable interactions with clients, partners, and stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• High School Diploma or DED required.
• BS degree in Mechanical, Facilities, or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management preferred.
• 0+ years of experience required.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification is a preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work in the field with clients and contractors, working with your hands in a limited capacity, while also being suited to work in an office to analyze data and write reports.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Exposure to databases and programming are preferred.
• Experience with reading and understanding construction drawings, equipment specifications, engineering data, and technical reports is preferred.
• Experience with Mechanical-Electrical-Plumbing (MEP) system performance, testing, and troubleshooting is preferred.
• Willingness to adjust to changing project needs, which can include travel and off-hours work.
• This position will need to be able to climb, sit and move around building sites.
• This position will need to be able to life up to 20+ lbs frequently.

Hourly Range:

$30.09-$39.24

At Environmental Health & Engineering, Inc. (EH&E), base pay is determined by factors including qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and internal equity. Base pay is only part of your total rewards—eligible employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k) contributions, ESOP allotment, and