Lead Building Systems Engineer – HVAC & Electrical

Pepco Holdings; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 39,950 - 67,502; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Pepco Holdings is seeking a skilled Facilities Engineer for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of building mechanical and electrical systems at our site. You will perform tests, maintenance, repairs, and replacements across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems.

The role requires licensure as a boiler engineer (DC/MD), relevant certifications, and ability to lead junior staff while ensuring compliance with OSHA and building codes.

Qualifications

• Requires boiler engineering licenses (DC/MD) and state licensure within one year.
• Prefers FERC/NERC certifications and HVAC/plumbing expertise.
• Demonstrates ability to read blueprints, schematics and diagrams.
• High school or equivalent required, OSHA compliance expected.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain building mechanical and electrical systems.
• Test, maintain, repair, and replace HVAC, electrical, plumbing and fire/safety systems.
• Oversee building automation, energy management and life-safety procedures.
• Inspect facilities and supervise contractors' work for code compliance.
• Estimate modification costs and lead lower-scale maintenance tasks.
• Train and direct junior staff per applicable codes and regulations.
• Review and inspect contractor work and ensure quality standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions and service requests.
• Perform soldering, carpentry, and miscellaneous maintenance tasks as needed.

Skills

HVAC expertise

Electrical maintenance

Plumbing

Safety compliance

Blueprint interpretation

Education

DC Class 3 – Steam/Hot Water Boiler Engineer

MD Grade 3 – Stationary Engineer

FERC and NERC Certification

Universal CFC Certificate

Valid driver license

Job description

Pepco Holdings is seeking a skilled Facilities Engineer for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of building mechanical and electrical systems at our site. You will perform tests, maintenance, repairs, and replacements across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems.

The role requires licensure as a boiler engineer (DC/MD), relevant certifications, and ability to lead junior staff while ensuring compliance with OSHA and building codes.