HVAC Application Engineer

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Atlanta, Georgia is seeking an Application Engineer to develop control system engineering documents and software. The successful candidate will support project managers and engineers, ensuring quality documentation and compliance with design specifications. An ideal applicant will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and relevant experience in electronic systems and HVAC Controls. This position offers opportunities for career advancement and requires local travel to job sites.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in engineering or design on electronic systems.
• Technical training with 2 years of experience in facility management systems.
• Experience in HVAC Controls and Building Automation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare control systems submittals and maintenance manuals.
• Utilize Revit personnel for project support and logistics.
• Ensure compliance with design specifications and standards.
• Participate in enhancement of design standards.
• Create software for targeted projects.
• Conduct jobsite visits before engineering tasks begin.

Skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Technical writing skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related field

Associate's degree in engineering or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

Introduction

McKenney’s has been going strong for more than seven decades. Our culture values people and ideas, and we work together to deliver the most innovative solutions to our customers. We help you grow in your career through training and support, and as an equal opportunity employer, we provide comprehensive benefits and give you a firm foundation for the future.

Overview

The McKenney’s application engineer will be tasked with the development of control system engineering documents and software, including: overall control network architecture, detailed wiring termination sheets, parts lists, equipment schedules, sequences of operation, application programming check lists, and point-to-point control system checkout lists. The application engineer will maintain communication with: the account representative, the assigned control system project manager, and the mechanical systems project manager.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of control systems submittals, as-built wiring diagrams, and operating and maintenance manuals.
• Utilization of Project Support Center personnel for Revit work, assembly, and delivery of completed submittal or O&M packages, and material logistics.
• Adherence to the building design specifications, plans, VE modifications, and salesman's estimate is mandatory in the position, as is adherence to McKenney's ACS design and implementation standards.
• Participation in ongoing review and enhancement of the McKenney's ACS design and implementation standards along with the management team.
• Creation of software on projects that have been targeted for the software production process.
• Frequent jobsite visits to establish a clear scope of work prior to starting engineering tasks and attendance at project jobsite field turnover meetings.

Requirements

• 4 years of experience working in an engineering or design capacity on communicating or networked electronic systems
• Associate's degree in engineering, engineering technology, or physical sciences, or equivalent technical training in a related field, with 2 years of the required experience, are working directly with commercial facility digital control and facility management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, engineering technology, or physical sciences.
• Experience in HVAC Controls, Building Automation, or Energy Monitoring.
• Advanced competency in Autodesk Revit.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Characteristics

• Demonstrated competency in Windows, Microsoft Office, function block programming environments, Web-enabled applications, and database software.
• Must be a self-starter, with the ability to work well as part of a team and independently.
• Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency, and meet challenging work goals
• Ability to maintain painstaking attention to detail while completing multiple or repetitive tasks.
• Able to demonstrate a serious commitment to accuracy and quality while meeting goals or deadlines.
• Ability to take on additional responsibilities as needed, as well as determine and manage priorities with minimal guidance.
• Must possess and maintain an exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others.
• Must project a professional and polished image that inspires confidence and trust.
• Must have PC experience in Windows environments, working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, Web-enabled applications, and database software.

Working Conditions and Physical Efforts

• Work involves moderate exposure to elements, such as hot/cold temperatures, dirt, dust, and/or loud noises.
• Work environment involves some exposure to construction, mechanical, and electrical-related hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Moderate physical effort. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 50 pounds and extensive standing and walking.
• Work requires local and occasional out-of-town travel to job sites and customer locations.
• Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and scaffolds, and to negotiate work areas under construction.