Fulltime Software Developer Jobs in Jacksonville, NC

SUMMARY:

Manage the mechanical and electrical acceptance testing and commissioning processes for a military construction program in eastern North Carolina. Work as part of a team of engineers to provide technical oversight for the design, installation, and acceptance of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.

MAIN DUTIES:

• Review mechanical, electrical, and plumbing designs focusing on constructability of systems: ability to successfully perform duct air leakage tests (DALT), testing, adjusting and balancing (TAB), and National Electrical Testing Association (NETA) acceptance testing; and system performance.
• Verify TAB requirements are incorporated in the construction documents per UFC and UFGS requirements.
• For performance verification testing (PVT), design review should focus on ensuring the controls system is complete, functional, and meets the applicable UFC and UFGS requirements.
• Witness system testing consisting of site inspection, TAB verification, DALT, NETA testing,  and (PVT) for facility HVAC and electrical distribution systems prior to construction completion. This includes verifying design, installation, and system balancing; optimizing and verifying digital controls; and verifying equipment start-up and operation for air handlers, chillers, pumps, boilers, terminal equipment, energy recovery, renewable energy, and distribution systems.
• Verify mechanical and electrical systems and components are thoroughly tested and evaluated to verify that they are installed in accordance with design intent and provide desired levels of performance and energy efficiency.
• Coordinate schedules and witnesses test activities with contractors, equipment vendors, commissioning authorities, FEAD and Public Works personnel and design engineers.
• Verify installed systems meet project specifications and operate per sequence of operations.
• Verify proper installation, operation and programming of Building Management Systems.
• Validate complete system functionality including hardware, software and programming and resolve issues with others to ensure proper operation of the Building Management System.
• Document and communicate deficiencies, and design and operation issues to the appropriate organization. Serve as a technical advisor and act as a troubleshooter for complex system operational issues during and post construction, and develop recommended solutions for resolving issues.

EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE:

• Possess a bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering from a four-year institution recognized by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), and possess a current mechanical engineering professional engineer (PE) license combined with 5 years' experience, is required.

or

• Possess a current mechanical or electrical engineering professional engineer (PE) license combined with 10 years' minimum experience in the mechanical engineering field, is required, preferably in the federal sector.
• 10 years of experience in design of commercial HVAC and electrical distribution systems including controls sequences and equipment installation.
• 10 years of experience in startup, acceptance testing, performance field verification, and commissioning of commercial HVAC and electrical distribution systems equipment and associated controls systems.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Expertise with MBP's diverse services. Provides leadership and training to other team members.  Direct client contact and client care. Operates at an expert level in one or more service areas with responsibility for the final work product.

• Capable of managing multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Capable of managing a large project team.
• Ability to influence and guide client direction.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to apply experiential judgment to solve a variety of mechanical equipment and system operation problems. Understanding of hardware design, system programming, controls installation and coordination, system and network commissioning and project closeout.
• Understanding of typical installation hardware design and software programming using established standards.
• Experience in the integration of low voltage building sub-systems using various industry protocols such as BACnet, N2 and Modbus and IT Networking.
• Experience with diagnoses and repairs of complex control systems malfunctions requiring extensive knowledge of a variety of electronic or digital controls systems and ability to test and write modifications in multiple languages of systems software.
• Experience and ability with programming, loading, device verification, and commissioning of all system controllers, including Supervisory controllers, field controllers, and network level devices.
• Understanding of commissioning and system diagnostics from system-level controllers to end devices (i.e. sensors, transmitters, actuators, etc.).
• Understanding of supervisory controller setup and configuration, programming, and database maintenance.
• Understanding how to perform and how to explain system calibrations requiring basic electronic test equipment or analog test equipment.
• Understanding of a complete HVAC and/or electrical distribution system functionality and able to communicate with others to verify proper operation.
• Strong knowledge of technical aspects of construction contract quality control, quality assurance and commissioning practices.
• Advanced knowledge of control, monitoring, recording, trending and analysis tools, processes, applications, software, and hardware requirements, as related to HVAC and electrical distribution controls and system monitoring.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to pass a federal background check.
• Be a United States citizen.
• Able to stand and sit as needed on project work sites, climb ladders, work at heights, and work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions.
• Ability to safely navigate construction work sites with uneven terrain.

SUPERVISORY:

Capable of supervising individuals and teams.

STATUS: Full-time

The base salary range for this position is $111,500.00 to $137,000.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on work location, qualifications, experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses
• Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
• 100% Employer paid medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits (for individual)
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401(k)/Roth 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Reimbursement
• Numerous Training and Professional Development opportunities
• Wellness Program & Fitness Program Reimbursement  

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

MBP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.