Engineering Tech IV- Compressor
About The Position
The Engineering Technician IV performs non-routine and complex assignments, planning and conducting projects of limited scope or portions of larger projects. The role selects and adapts plans, techniques, designs, or layouts; coordinates with related personnel to resolve problems; and reviews, analyzes, and integrates the technical work of others. The technician may train and assist lower-level technicians. The position focuses on air compressors and compressed air systems. Work includes analyzing systems and equipment, conducting tests and experiments, evaluating results, recommending modifications and system improvements, reviewing guidelines and specifications, developing designs, determining test requirements and procedures, and preparing reports with findings and recommendations. The role is onsite in Annapolis Junction, Maryland.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship.
- Successful experience in a similar air compressor or compressed air systems role.
- Experience with building automation software application programs and compressor control systems; PLC-based systems preferred.
- Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including ASME, CAGI, OSHA, NFPA, and manufacturer standards for compressed air systems.
- Strong communication skills.
- Knowledge of standard contracting regulations, practices, and procedures.
- Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements in applicable standards, regulations, and/or technical orders.
- Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures to varied situations and recommend timely, economical solutions.
- Ability to plan and organize work and coordinate with other engineering disciplines.
- Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word adequately to perform job duties.
- Ability to obtain and maintain the required intelligence community clearance.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- College-level degree in engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related program.
- Microsoft Project experience or experience with other construction management software.
- Formal training or certification related to compressed air systems, rotary screw or centrifugal compressors, or industrial controls.
- Possess the required security clearance.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the subject matter expert for air compressor and compressed air system projects, including meeting deliverables and objectives, generating punch lists, developing scopes of work, collaborating with customers and contractors, identifying root causes, troubleshooting, providing technical support, resolving dispute claims, assisting with Technical Task Orders, attending pre-bid walkouts, and supporting system outages and major maintenance events.
- Review maintenance plans and operating procedures for accuracy and facilitate correction of deficiencies that do not align with manufacturer and industry standards or recommendations.
- Assist with technical and operational reviews of design drawings, studies, and investigation services, and review construction contractor material submittals related to compressed air systems.
- Generate and facilitate Requests for Information to clarify and correct compressed air system processes, procedures, and work.
- Assist in developing an air compressor and compressed air systems field training program, and train, teach, and mentor field technicians on compressors, dryers, receivers, filters, controls, PLCs, and distribution.
- Provide and execute standards and criteria for specialized, difficult, and unusual compressed air system requirements.
- Coordinate projects with other disciplines and apply knowledge of those disciplines to determine the coordination needed for design considerations.
- Maintain current knowledge of emerging technologies for program development related to compressed air systems, energy efficiency, and controls.
- Comply with safety regulations and procedures and perform work safely; observe applicable federal, state, and local health, safety, and environmental codes in facility programming, design, and construction.
- Operate customer- and Company-owned motor vehicles and/or other equipment.
- Support other department staff as needed or directed.
- Work overtime and adjusted schedules as warranted by workload and projects.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
