MEP Commissioning Engineer

About the role

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.

Additional Information: Job Type: Full-Time

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.