Mechanical Engineer- Commissioning

Dewberry; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry’s Nashville, TN office is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer - Commissioning Agent to enhance their commissioning department. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of engineering experience, specifically in mechanical systems, and possess a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.

This role involves providing technical support for various projects, executing commissioning services, and requires knowledge of HVAC systems. A hybrid work model is available depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 8+ years of engineering experience is essential.
• Must have knowledge of HVAC chilled water and DX systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute commissioning services on a variety of project types.
• Support and coordinate with commissioning team.
• Perform design reviews of mechanical systems.
• Create installation and testing documents.

Skills

Commissioning experience

8+ years of experience

HVAC controls systems knowledge

Mechanical system testing

Self-motivated with excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Mechanical Engineer - Commissioning Agent!

Dewberry's Nashville, TN office is on the hunt for a skilled Mechanical Engineer - Commissioning Agent to enhance our dynamic commissioning department. If you’re ready to deploy your 8+ years of engineering experience and expertise in mechanical systems across a diverse range of exciting projects, we invite you to come aboard and become a vital contributor to our ongoing success!

Over the past three years, our Commissioning Team has experienced a 10X growth in backlog, driving a surge in demand for our unparalleled engineering and commissioning expertise. We specialize in a wide array of markets, including Education, Healthcare, Industrial, and Federal projects, spanning geographies from Louisiana to New York City, and beyond. Our focus on building strong client relationships and enhancing the quality of design and construction makes us a trusted partner in shaping the built environment.

In this crucial technical role, you will provide technical, mechanical, and process management support for the commissioning department on a variety of projects spanning all markets and geographies served by the group. This variety of project types will keep you inspired, engaged, and continuously learning. Your skills will be instrumental in performing design reviews of mechanical and plumbing designs, inspecting building systems, and creating comprehensive testing and closeout documents, all while utilizing cutting-edge software to streamline processes and enhance efficiency. In this role, your performance will be crucial to the continued growth of our commissioning group.

Hybrid work available for this position based on experience

Key Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Demonstrated experience in commissioning and mechanical systems
• Accomplished engineer with 8+ years of experience
• Must have knowledge of manipulating, adjusting, setup and testing HVAC controls systems such as JCI, Trane, Automated Logic, Siemens, etc. Knowledge in multiple control systems is a plus
• Must have complete working knowledge of HVAC chilled water and DX systems, including design, operation, and testing of: Chillers, Boilers, Cooling towers, pumps, heat exchangers, AHU, RTU, ERU, VAVs, exhaust, FCU, etc.

Responsibilities

• Execute commissioning services on a variety of project types.
• Actively support and coordinate with the entire commissioning team to execute projects and uphold our commitments.
• HVAC sequence of operation knowledge and capable of performing design review of Sequence of operation and creating mechanical system testing procedures, and testing the same in the field.
• Must have knowledge of manipulating, adjusting, setup and testing HVAC controls systems such as JCI, Trane, Automated Logic, Siemens, etc. Knowledge in multiple control systems is a plus
• Must have complete working knowledge of HVAC chilled water and DX systems, including design, operation, and testing of: Chillers, Boilers, Cooling towers, pumps, heat exchangers, AHU, RTU, ERU, VAVs, exhaust, FCU, etc.
• Review air and water test and balance process, review a TAB reports, and identify issues.
• Visit client facilities and gather necessary data to test mechanical systems.
• Create system installation and testing documents.
• Be familiar with OSHA safety requirements and have the ability to identify deficiencies.
• Be familiar with building codes and have the ability to make intuitive decisions related to such.
• Read and understand building plans and specifications.
• Work safely around electrical systems up to 600 volts.
• Effectively communicate with all clients, construction trades, and design professionals.
• Have a high aptitude for abstract reasoning, assertiveness, thoroughness, and be very detail-oriented.
• Work flexible hours and work in hot or cold environments.
• Climb stairs, ladders, and use lift trucks. Do moderate lifting. Proficient use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Travel approximately 50% of the time.

Required Skills & Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Accomplished engineer with 8+ years of experience
• Commissioning experience
• Commissioning process certification preferred or ability to acquire within first 6 months
• Business development experience a plus
• Professional Engineering License a plus or ability to acquire
• Self‑motivated with highly developed verbal, written and interpersonal skills

*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

*Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry’s background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.