Commissioning Field Engineer

Ameresco • KY

71d

About The Position

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition. We are a trusted, full-service partner to public sector and government entities, K-12 schools, higher education, utilities, and healthcare customers across the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Europe. At Ameresco, we show the way by developing, constructing and operating tailored smart energy efficiency solutions, distributed energy resources, and infrastructure upgrades that drive cost savings, resilience, decarbonization, and innovation. Our comprehensive portfolio is built to address the challenges of today and adapt the future, ensuring long-term sustainability and success for our customers. As a proven leader in Renewable Energy, Ameresco is dedicated to expanding its portfolio of Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) processing plants. In doing so an opportunity has opened for a Commissioning Engineer to augment the multi-disciplined commissioning team responsible for bringing new Renewable Energy Assets online. NOTE: This is a remote position, requiring travel to project sites for commissioning activities. The amount of travel will vary based on the number of projects being commissioned each year and can be upwards of 50% or more at times.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or a related engineering discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in plant commissioning.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with using PLC programming software to test and debug PLC code and I/O systems.
• Understanding of the proper and safe use of multimeters, loop calibrators, and HART communicators.
• Experience with using plant HMI workstations to test and troubleshoot field equipment.
• Understanding of the safe use of basic hand and power tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, cordless drills, torque wrench, etc.).
• Ability to read and understand P&IDs, control panel schematics, and electrical one-line diagrams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with Rockwell Software Studio5000 software preferred.
• High level of competency with a laptop computer, Windows operating system, MS Word, MS Excel, and PDF editors.
• Experience with GE iFIX HMI software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with Ameresco standards and written procedures, in a timely manner, and with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Embrace and follow all Ameresco safety protocols, including the use of PPE, LOTO practices, hot work permitting, safe work habits, etc.
• Assist with the setup, configuration, and commissioning of plant servers, process networks, and plant data historians.
• Provide technical support for mechanical, control systems troubleshooting.
• Assist with resolving problems that arise with PLCs, HMI graphics, plant historian, process network, site Internet service, and VPN tunnels.
• Use electrical test equipment to perform I/O verification checks on discrete and analog control circuits from the PLC cabinet to the field device.
• Determine the root cause of, and provide corrective action for, any lack of continuity or function.
• Verify the function of discrete and analog valves.
• Configure, test, and tune valve actuators and positioners.
• Use a HART communicator to configure and test pressure, temperature, level, and flow transmitters.
• Perform function testing of PLC code and I/O systems using PLC programming software.
• Participate in plant performance testing activities and use plant HMI workstations to function test and troubleshoot field equipment.
• Update P&IDs, control panel drawings, and other drawings and schematics as needed according to the commissioning drawing revision procedures.
• Complete standardized project commissioning documentation in a timely manner, as part of the commissioning documentation package.
• Assist with the organization of the documentation turnover package including commissioning documentation, pressure test documentation, O&M manuals, etc.
• Willingness to travel extensively (up to 50% or more) to support commissioning projects as needed.
• Communicate regularly with the manager regarding any encountered or expected issues with schedule, work scope, or the need for additional resources to solve problems.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive employee benefits, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees