HVAC & Utilities Engineer

The Foth Companies; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Foth Companies is seeking an experienced HVAC Engineer to join our team. The role, based in Green Bay, WI or performed remotely, focuses on developing equipment specifications, mass energy balances, P&IDs, and supporting client proposals and on-site activities.

With 10+ years of industrial HVAC and utility systems experience, you will lead project disciplines, mentor staff, and travel as needed to execute installations and start-ups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent technical experience.
• 10+ years of experience with industrial HVAC and utility systems (steam, chilled water, hot water, compressed air, CO2, refrigeration, etc.).
• Engineered package development including scope of work, P&IDs, and mechanical equipment arrangements.
• Process and utility system piping and ductwork design and code compliance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with other project disciplines as required.
• Develop equipment specifications and mass energy balances.
• Work with clients, vendors, and suppliers to develop cost estimates and support proposals.
• Develop operation specifications and P&IDs; create drawings with designers.
• Support on-site construction, installation, checkout, and start-up activities.
• Coach and mentor team members; conduct on-site surveys and travel ~25% annually.

Skills

HVAC systems

Project coordination

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering

Tools

P&IDs

Job description

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 33 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart and caring team, Foth may be the place for you.

Join our team and experience the Foth difference that contributes to our impressive 92+% member retention rate! Learn more at foth.com/careers.

Foth is currently seeking a team-focused, innovative, and results-oriented HVAC Engineer who has a desire to contribute to our clients’ success and is looking for new learning experiences and opportunities for career growth. This position will be based in Green Bay, WI or may be performed from a remote location.

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate with other project disciplines as required
• Develop equipment specifications
• Work with clients, vendors, and suppliers to develop cost estimates and support proposals
• Develop mass energy balances
• Develop process and instrumentation drawings (P&IDs)
• Develop equipment lists, line lists, and POC lists
• Develop operation specifications
• Work with designers to create drawings
• Write installation scope documents
• Support on-site construction and installation efforts
• Support checkout and start-up activities
• Coach and mentor team members as needed
• Perform on-site surveys to determine existing conditions
• Travel as needed (approximately 25% annually)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent technical experience
• 10+ years of experience with industrial HVAC and utility systems (steam, chilled water, hot water, compressed air, CO2, refrigeration, etc.)

Required Previous Experience

• Engineered package development including scope of work, P&IDs, and mechanical equipment arrangements
• Process and utility system piping and ductwork design
• Developing equipment specifications
• Determining code compliance for new and existing systems

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