Senior Electrical Project Engineer

ZipRecruiter; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Commissioning Project Engineer to oversee quality assurance in building projects. This role involves managing tasks related to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, ensuring they meet design intent and client requirements. You will be responsible for field observations, functional performance testing, and leading meetings while mentoring team members. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to innovative building solutions and enhance client relationships. If you are passionate about engineering and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in maintenance, construction, or engineering controls.
• 5+ years managing building equipment interconnectivity.

Responsibilities

• Manage professional services tasks for mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems.
• Lead Cx meetings and assist in solving technical issues.

Skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Public speaking

Adaptability

Physical fitness

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Qualified Electrician

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

FST Technical Services Commissioning (Cx) division is one of the leading Cx firms in the country. We partner with clients for quality assurance in the design, construction, and post-acceptance phases of building projects. We ensure that equipment in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and associated systems are designed, installed, and functionally tested to meet the clients' requirements and design intent.

For this position of Senior Commissioning Project Engineer, we offer an excellent salary and benefits package.

About the job:
A Senior Commissioning Project Engineer reports to a team leader and is responsible for the delivery and execution of our professional services tasks for equipment in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and associated systems.

Primary activities include:

1. Completing office assignments
2. Time and expense management
3. In-field installation validation
4. Field observation reports and meeting notes
5. Functional performance testing
6. On-site and factory witness testing
7. Writing of reports and meeting notes
8. Submittal reviews
9. Design documentation evaluation

Additional activities include:

1. Executing target billable hours
2. Managing tasks within the time budgeted
3. Leading Cx meetings
4. Assisting the construction team with identifying/solving technical issues
5. Interpreting contract documents to predict scope gaps
6. Maximizing opportunities to provide value for clients
7. Reducing risk

Administrative activities include:

1. Supporting the team leader in coordinating weekly staff scheduling
2. Training/mentoring team members on proper documentation, field procedures, and equipment usage
3. Participating in and leading sessions of the company-wide developmental safety and training programs
4. Supporting revenue targets and quality assurance goals by expanding relationships with existing clients

Candidate must be able to travel to and from various job sites within the assigned region.

Requirements:

• Qualified Electrician or Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 7+ years employment in a staff or position related to maintenance, construction, or engineering controls or 3+ years in the Cx industry
• 5+ years of experience managing the interconnectivity of building equipment including pumps, fans, motors, air ventilation, chillers, boilers, steam distribution, heat absorption, building automation systems, optimization techniques, electrical distribution, fire alarm, variable refrigerant flow, and waste-water systems
• Knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, bid process, and ancillary industry documents
• Aptitude to solve problems independently and in a team environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Public speaking and presentation skills
• Adaptability to varying indoor and outdoor working conditions
• Physical fitness, capability to lift at least 30 pounds, and ability to climb ladders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Qualifications:

• Trade association involvement
• EIT, ACP, CEM or similar certification from experience
• LEED or CEM certification
• OSHA 30 or other safe workplace certifications
• Familiarity with building information modeling

Pay range based on experience: $110k - $180k