Mechanical Project Engineer

Actalent - Wallingford, CT

Full-time - Entry Level

Wallingford, CT

10,001+ employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Mechanical Building Automation Project Engineer is responsible for planning and executing multiple projects related to building automation systems. This role involves leading projects to ensure reliable control solutions, promoting safety, and ensuring that facilities operate as intended. The engineer will collaborate with project managers, field installation teams, and subcontractors to install and commission innovative building automation solutions tailored to customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Self-manage, schedule, and budget assigned project work.
• Define, oversee, and commission the implementation of technically complex building automation systems.
• Serve as a technical expert in system troubleshooting and definition, both remotely and on-site as needed.
• Provide detailed information on design and operation to the field installation team.
• Review submitted materials including DDC modules, field sensing, and control devices to meet specifications and standards.
• Create software and graphics solutions for specific project work as appropriate to business needs.
• Provide troubleshooting and technical support to the operations install team.
• Execute and manage commissioning tasks within budget.
• Support the operations manager and field supervisor in training and mentoring team members.
• Act as a liaison between the field installation team and the engineering team focused on third-party integrations.
• Troubleshoot communications and control issues to ensure a trouble-free customer network.

Requirements

• 0+ years of experience in the HVAC controls industry.
• Good understanding of systems software to read, test, and make changes to logic as needed.
• Ability to create, download, and troubleshoot basic HVAC system logic using WebCTRL and associated software.
• Good working knowledge of WebCTRL software functions and utilities.
• Basic knowledge of TCP/IP networks, including wireless technology, layout, and troubleshooting.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate technical information to a non-technical audience.
• Ability to read and understand Architectural, Mechanical, and Electrical blueprints.
• Basic experience with Microsoft software products including Outlook, Word, Excel, and other Windows products.

Nice-to-haves

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of experience in the HVAC controls industry.
• 1+ years of experience with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Clean and valid driver's license.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related subject (preferred).
• Commissioning experience and an understanding of the installation and operation of Building Controls.
• Experience with major building controls manufacturers and software programming/integration.
• Experience dealing with multiple simultaneous challenges.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with fieldwork and office work that can be done from home.
• Supportive management and a positive company culture.