MEP Commissioning Engineer

Job Description

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.

Qualifications

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.

Additional Information

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.

Compensation: 130000 to 150000 (USD) (YEARLY)