Assistant Engineering Technician

Northwest Engineering Service, Inc. is the leading provider of Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing services of mechanical systems and whole Building Commissioning in the Pacific Northwest. Founded in 1958, NWESI continues to have a reputation for providing quality work and for our professional assessments. 

At NWESI, we are proud to be employee-owned. As part of joining our team, this role will be eligible for participation in the employee stock ownership plan. 

We are looking to add talented Assistant Engineering Technicians to our team in the Hillsboro, Oregon area. Candidates should be honest, energetic, and motivated individuals who can perform as an engineer in a fast-paced team-oriented environment. 

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Requires independent follow through on tasks as directed
• Responsible for quality work and the timely completion of all tasks
• Monitor data gathered and review the quality of the data before submittal
• Maintain project safety and the safety of all personnel at all times
• Efficiently perform all tasks while maintaining quality and professionalism
• Seek advice and consultation from more senior staff as needed

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) of environmental and HVAC systems involve work performed on air distribution systems, hydronic systems, and equipment and apparatus connected thereto. Typically, TAB work is performed after the installation of the environmental and HVAC system(s), including items such as ducts, piping, equipment, and apparatus have been accomplished by others. 

Work includes performing tests, setting volume (flow) and speed adjustments, recording data, and preparing reports. Instruments used for this purpose include devices for measuring airflow, water flow, rotation, temperature, and electricity. They are typically hand-held devices such as pitot tubes, anemometers, flow measuring hoods, pressure gauges, tachometers, thermometers, pyrometers, psychrometers, volt-ammeters, and common hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, hand drills, etc.). Work performed usually involves the following: inspecting; making readings; calculating new flow parameters, adjusting dampers; and regulating devices, terminal units, supply outlets, and return and exhaust inlets, fan coils, heating units, thermostats, strainers, and filers, balancing valves, etc.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

This is a physically demanding position subject, in varying degrees, to any of the following work environments and constraints. All work must be performed with the utmost attention to safety for self and others. 

• Working in new construction sites and existing facilities, including industrial, commercial, hospital, and education environments
• Working at elevation in excess of 20 feet, using fall arrest equipment (harnesses) and procedures
• Working in tight quarters
• Working on 6-14 ft. step ladders
• Working around operating equipment and systems
• Working indoors and outdoors
• Working with contractors, owners, and system operators

ABOUT YOU:

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

• Mechanical skills
• Strong math & basic computer skills
• Good communication skills
• Able to read and interpret various technical data and diagrams (preferred)

REQUIREMNTS:

Education:

• Associates Degree in engineering
  • Preferred - Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Civil
  • Other engineering degrees will be reviewed for applicability
• BS Degree in engineering highly desired
• Degree in other science fields with similar coursework will be considered

Experience: 

• Experience working as a mechanical technician or engineer desired but not required
• Experience working in HVAC Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing (TAB) desired but not required
• EIT a plus

POST-OFFER, PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to pass a background and pre-employment drug test

BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• Medical, dental, vision coverage, with a $450 Café Contribution provided by the company
• Company paid life and disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Reimbursement for educational and credentialing expenses related to professional development, and defined pay raises or bonuses related to certifications
• 31 paid days off (includes holidays and PTO)
• Profit sharing program and 401(k)
• Employee Stock Ownership Program with a minimum 3% annual company contribution for employees