Engineer - Entry Level

About the role

We are seeking an entry level engineer who has a desire to learn and grow in the exciting field of HVAC Controls and Building Automation Systems (BAS) to join our Federal Systems team based at one of the most iconic buildings in the world – the Pentagon (military experience is not required).

Responsibilities

• Conduct self-study and instructor led training to improve technical proficiency in company's product lines and systems; completes certifications as required
• Perform preventive maintenance, repair, installation, commissioning, point-to-point checkouts, troubleshooting and/or replacement of HVAC controls systems (BAS systems) and related light commercial mechanical equipment
• Diagnose and repair a variety of electronic and digital control system malfunctions
• Test and perform modifications to systems software when needed
• Assist with sketching and documenting field changes and discrepancies for engineering corrections and drawings
• Provide training and associated manuals and documentation to customers on electronic control systems operations
• Help mechanical staff troubleshoot issues and may help with minor mechanical maintenance
• Ensure work performed complies with company, federal regulations, industry standards and guidelines, and customer requirements
• Compile project documentation, such as certificate of completion, customer training forms, training certificates and punch lists
• Read and properly interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics and operational product manuals
• Adhere to Johnson Controls and customer safety standards, provide safety awareness leadership and instruction to technicians and subcontractors on Johnson Controls work sites

Requirements

• Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, HVAC, or Industrial Engineering fields
• U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances and/or badges as required to perform site duties.

Qualifications

• Required: Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, HVAC, or Industrial Engineering fields
• Preferred: Experience working with HVAC mechanical equipment or HVAC Controls (Direct Digital Controls), VAV's, VRF's, or other related systems and equipment
• Knowledge of electronic or digital controls systems, HVAC controls systems, facilities management systems, site preparation, peripheral equipment installation and servicing techniques
• Technical knowledge and experience working with Johnson Controls Metasys, Tridium Niagara, or Distech Direct Digital Control (DDC) system
• Experience with BAS communication protocols including at least one of the following: BACnet MSTP, BACnet IP, N2, P1, Modbus, and/or LON
• Experience using SMP, SCT, and/or CCT

Skills

• Programming and/or troubleshooting various brands of HVAC controls products is highly desired (Johnson Controls, Honeywell, Siemens, Delta, Distech, Carrier, ALC, Andover)

Benefits

• Vacation: 3 weeks of paid vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays, and 10 standard holidays per calendar year
• Travel: Limited. Primary work will all be at the Pentagon. May travel some initially for training.

Pay

Pay range: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour to start with designated milestone pay increases for completed training. Negotiable based on experience.