Mechanical Engineer MEP

SUMMARY

Partner is seeking a Mechanical and Building Systems Engineer. This position is responsible for performing and reviewing Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) and Fire Life Safety (FLS) system assessments as part of Partner’s Integrated Facility Solutions (IFS) Group. This position requires building assessments, investigation, consulting, and some development of design solutions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

With adequate training, self-performs Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP)  Assessments and prepares MEP Assessment Reports. Scope of MEP/FLS Assessments generally consist of:

• Participates in training for MEP assessments and attends site visit with senior level staff to develop skillset and confidence to self-perform MEP assessments.
• Self-perform single site visit consisting of a "walkthrough" survey and representative observation of accessible tenant spaces, common areas, roofs, and major mechanical areas
• Conduct visual observation of heating and cooling equipment and assess the general quality, condition, level of maintenance, and capacity of existing systems
• Conduct visual assessment of interior and exterior lighting systems as well as major electrical systems such as main switchboards, distribution panels, motor control centers, metering equipment, transformers, and other ancillary systems such as emergency backup power generators
• Assess the existing condition of plumbing systems including domestic supply, waste, and vent piping as well as plumbing fixtures, water heating equipment, and pumps
• Assess the condition of fire protection and life safety systems including fire suppression systems, alarm systems, smoke evacuation equipment, and notification systems
• Document existing conditions, significant deficiencies, and/or evidence of deferred maintenance via photographs and narrative description
• To the extent possible, gather key data from major MEP system equipment tags including model number, serial number, date of manufacture, and nominal capacity (i.e., Btu/hr, hp, tonnage, etc.)
• Review setpoints, schedules, and system capabilities of existing building automation systems (BAS) and/or central HVAC control systems, as applicable
• Takes document photographs of representative systems, conditions, and physical deficiencies.
• Conduct in-depth interviews with property owners, management personnel, facility engineers, third-party service providers, and local government officials, to develop an understanding of current facility operations, conditions, historic repairs/replacements, and/or any planned or ongoing major capital improvement projects
• Conduct in-depth review of available construction documents, as-built drawings, system sequences of operation, equipment specifications, repair/improvement cost information, maintenance reports and logs, Building and Fire Department inspection reports, and similar information to determine the condition of the building
• Prepares estimated costs to remedy building deficiencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or similar.

CERTIFICATES / LICENSES

• EIT in mechanical engineering preferred

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be comfortable with interfacing directly with Clients.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers.
• Ability to effectively present information.
• Produce high quality deliverables (reports and spreadsheets) with limited QC review.

OTHER SKILLS/ ABILITIES

• Advanced knowledge of computer software and hardware (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite Products). Excellent time management and organizational skills. The position requires simultaneously managing electronic deliverables for several ongoing assignments.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.