CHIEF ENGINEER

NVE•Laurel, MD

3d•$43 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

NVE Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Chief Engineer to support an operations and maintenance (O&M) contract at a Federal Facility in Laurel, Maryland. This is a working engineer position that includes preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of contracted systems. The role requires knowledge and skill in HVAC installation, service, and repair, as well as environmental-control systems in office buildings, data centers, and other commercial establishments. The Chief Engineer directs personnel in O&M activities, assigns and coordinates work, and helps ensure contract requirements are delivered on time and to the required quality. The engineer must be available on-site from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and at other times as needed to effectively manage contract work.

Requirements

At least ten years of experience as an Operating Engineer; the posting also specifies a minimum of ten years of experience within the last eight years operating chillers rated at least 500 tons and gas-fired boilers rated at least 125 boiler horsepower.
At least two years directing personnel in O&M activities within the stated ten years of experience.
At least five years of experience operating, maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting chillers over 500 tons and boilers over 125 horsepower.
Experience working in an industrial, laboratory, construction, or commercial building environment.
A current Maryland First Class or District of Columbia Third Class Engineer License; the requirements section specifies a First Class Engineer License or comparable license.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to obtain and maintain a government background investigation.
Ability to pass a background check and drug screening test.
Licenses, certifications, and training records substantiating experience will be required as part of the application process.

Nice To Haves

Experience in research laboratories, biosafety facilities (BSL-2 or BSL-3), animal research facilities (AAALAC), or Federal Government facilities.
An existing HSPD-12 background investigation.
EPA Universal CFC License.
Factory training for different boiler or chiller systems.
Ability to read architectural and manufacturing blueprints and generate design concepts using available tools.
Capability with basic office equipment, including a cell phone, tablet, telephone, fax, and copy scanner.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft products, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Functional knowledge of Building Automation Systems and monitoring controls.

Responsibilities

Determine work methods, trade techniques, equipment, and materials for assignments performed by supervised personnel.
Assign work to subordinates using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to maintain building operations.
Perform tours of areas and equipment as directed by management and required by contract specifications.
Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with NVE standards, building protocols, manufacturer recommendations, and industry best practices.
Provide quality control for work performed by subordinates and subcontractors to promote efficiency, economy, and quality.
Perform service calls, diagnostic services, and incidental, minor, and major repairs as required.
Prepare work schedules.
Train employees, or arrange for their training, in proper building-systems maintenance.
Coordinate and schedule daily maintenance and repair work to deliver contract requirements on time.
Perform other duties as required or directed by management.