Stationary Engineer

NVE; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Holiday pay

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Medical

Vision

PTO

Jury Duty

AFLAC

FSA

Job summary

NVE is seeking a Stationary Engineer for a Federal Facility in Laurel, MD. The role requires Maryland 1st Class Engineer licensure and 5+ years operating large chillers and boilers.

You will maintain critical systems, read blueprints, and monitor building automation controls in a demanding environment. The position includes comprehensive benefits and daytime shift coverage from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with US citizenship and security considerations for federal work.

Qualifications

• Maryland 1st Class Engineer license required.
• 5+ years within last 8 years operating chillers (≥ 500 tons) and 125 boiler-horsepower gas-fired boilers.
• Experience in industrial, laboratory, construction, or commercial building environments.
• Able to pass government background investigation (US citizenship required).
• Able to read architectural and manufacturing blueprints.
• Functional knowledge of Building Automation Systems and monitoring controls.
• Capable with basic office equipment (cell phone, tablet, telephone, fax, scanner).
• Willingness to perform preventive and emergency maintenance as directed.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the facility's complex systems, including the building automation system.
• Conduct tours of critical equipment areas and respond to service calls.
• Perform diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Address plumbing issues and support scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Follow all required protocols and standards.

Skills

Chillers operation

Read blueprints

Building automation systems

Preventive maintenance

Emergency maintenance

Basic office equipment

Education

Maryland 1st Class Engineer license

Tools

EPA Universal CFC License

Factory training

Job description

NVE is hiring a Stationary Engineer to work at a Federal Facility in Laurel, MD. For over 20 years, NVE has partnered with both federal and commercial clients to provide technical and support services. This position pays $43.58 per hour, and includes great benefits such as:

• A 401(k)
• Holiday pay
• Short- and long-term disability
• Medical
• Vision
• PTO
• Jury Duty
• AFLAC
• FSA

Work hours will be from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. This shift ensures the facility has adequate coverage during the day.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Maryland 1 st Class Engineer license is required
• 5+ years of experience, within the last eight (8) years, operating chillers (at least 500 tons) and 125 boiler-horsepower gas-fired boilers
• Experience in industrial, laboratory, construction, or commercial building environments
• Ability to pass a government background investigation (US citizenship required)
• Ability to read architectural and manufacturing blueprints
• Functional knowledge of Building Automation Systems and monitoring controls
• Capable with basic office equipment (cell phone, tablet, telephone, fax, scanner)
• Willingness to perform both preventive and emergency maintenance as directed

Preferred:

• Experience with research labs, biosafety (BSL-2/BSL-3), animal research (AAALAC), or Federal facilities
• EPA Universal CFC License and factory training for different systems

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A STATIONARY ENGINEER

As a Stationary Engineer, you will begin your shift ready to operate and maintain the facility's complex systems, including the building automation system. Throughout the day, you will conduct tours of critical equipment areas, respond to service calls, and perform diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance. Your tasks will range from setpoint management and recording of gauge readings and system conditions as you perform plant walkthroughs, to performing major and minor equipment repairs. You will address plumbing issues, support scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and follow all required protocols and standards.

ABOUT US

For over 20 years, NVE has been providing comprehensive technical and support services for federal and commercial clients. Our diverse team can skillfully handle a wide range of responsibilities, including integrated facility services, administrative support, and construction surveillance and security. With over 370 employees worldwide, our mission is to ensure client satisfaction and drive innovation in the federal space. If you believe in our vision and core values, come build a fulfilling, long-lasting career with us!