SOCOTEC is seeking an engineering or construction professional to join our team of building commissioning engineers in New York City (NYC). The ideal candidate has 5-8 years of experience in the construction, inspection, and/or design of building MEP systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), can manage multiple projects, and has a passion for enhancing the built environment.
- Manage project budgets, schedules, and deliverables with support from junior engineering staff.
- Coordinate with design and construction teams, clients, and internal staff.
- Execute Commissioning (Cx), Retro-Commissioning (RCx), Measurement and Verification (M&V), and inspection services for MEP systems.
- Prepare Cx documents such as Prefunctional Checklists (PFCs) and Functional Performance Tests (FPTs) for use in the field.
- Prepare Cx documents such as Current Facility Requirements and Operation and Maintenance (CFR + O&M) plans, Systems Manuals, Ongoing Commissioning (OCx) plans, and Cx Summary Reports.
- Review and assist in the development of Cx documents such as Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR) and Basis of Design (BOD).
- Review design documents such as drawings and specifications to preserve energy efficiency and ensure successful building operation.
- Conduct periodic field visits to observe equipment installation progress and quality.
- Witness and direct FPTs of MEP equipment and systems on site.
- Collect data for energy conservation analysis using jobsite observation, field inspection, and/or submetering.
- Inspect or monitor energy systems to determine energy use or potential energy savings.
- Prepare field reports and related documentation.
Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering, or foreign degree equivalent, plus 5 years of experience.
The ideal candidate will have experience or familiarity with the following:
- Extensive knowledge of high-performance building technologies and strategies related to mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems.
- Experience in MEP and/or renewable energy design, evaluation, construction, building operations, testing, and/or verification.
- Commissioning certification.
- LEED accreditation.
- Familiarity with NYC Building Codes.
- Familiarity with NYC Energy Code.
- Familiarity with ASHRAE standards and guidelines.
- Familiarity with LEED commissioning requirements.
- Experience reviewing and analyzing complex design and construction documents.
- Experience in equipment startup, Test & Balance processes, and Functional Testing.
- Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail.
- Experience with Cx platforms (BlueRithm, CxAlloy), construction software packages (Bluebeam, Procore), Building Management Systems, and Microsoft Office.
- Experience using test equipment (IR thermometers, light meters, CO2 meters, IR cameras, etc.).
- Ability to manage own schedule and take initiative.
For more information, please visit www.socotec.us
Job Type: Full-Time
Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.