Job Description

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Job Title: Mechanical Project Engineer Location: Washington DC Contract: Full Time Desired start date: ASAP About Us FVB Energy Inc. (FVB) is a world-leading, employee-owned, international engineering and management consulting company that specializes in District Energy. FVB was founded in Sweden in 1970 and was established in the U.S. in 1980. FVB has been at the forefront of the growth of district energy in the U.S., Canada, Sweden and the Middle East for over 50 years. FVB has offices in Minneapolis (U.S.), Toronto, Edmonton, Ottawa and Vancouver (Canada), London (England), and multiple locations in Sweden. Sustainability is at the core of FVB’s work, and one key quality that makes us unique is a combination of business and technical skills focused on creating district energy solutions. Our goal is to be the leading energy consultant for creating a sustainable and carbon-neutral society. We recognize that conserving energy is perhaps the single most effective way to slow our warming climate, and FVB is committed to making a difference for our clients, and in our communities. We believe that District Energy and how these systems connect communities, is a critical component to long-term sustainability and carbon-neutrality. We are looking for dedicated, talented individuals that are committed to the same goals, and are interested in working together to consistently deliver high-quality district energy solutions and service to our clients. Job Description We are currently searching for a Senior Mechanical Energy Engineer in our Washington DC office. Our Energy practice is growing, and we’re looking for skilled and motivated mechanical design-focused individuals to join our team. This position is in our new Washington DC office to serve the Washington DC metropolitan area and the Eastern Seaboard. This office will be tightly integrated with the Minneapolis office as well as the Canadian FVB operation. FVB Energy is well-known for its wide range of exciting low-carbon energy projects, including district energy, geoexchange, geothermal, biomass, waste heat recovery, CHP, and efficiency improvements. We serve a wide range of client sectors across the U.S. and Canada, including utility companies, universities and private clients. Our projects have been some of the largest and most complex climate-change mitigation executions in North America. The Mechanical Energy Engineer position will be responsible for: 1. District Energy project management: • Supervise, manage and coordinate District Energy projects, including studies and designs of renewable energy mechanical systems, HVAC systems, energy efficiency upgrades, and energy plans, for both new build and retrofits. • Manage all stages of client projects, including budget development, design, construction, budget management, and related project functions and professional contracts, within budgetary, regulatory, time, and quality constraints. • Identify organizational requirements, staffing requirements, and operational activities necessary to effectively execute assigned projects. • Direct the preparation and/or review of plans, specifications, estimates, and contracts for assigned projects. 2. Coordination and planning: • Coordinate assigned activities with other offices, vendors/contractors, outside agencies, current and prospective customers, and the general public. • Identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; identify resource needs; review with appropriate management staff; and implement improvements. • Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; and additionally, recommend and implement policies and procedures. 3. Business development activities: • Monitor and manage timely responses to RFP and new business opportunities. • Develop client relationships, grow client satisfaction and retention. • Develop and maintain relationships within the greater district energy industry. • Attend and participate in industry conferences and professional meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field. 4. Management of Washington DC office: • Supervise overall office administration and general admin functions to ensure successful day-to-day operations, including staffing, HR, IT, insurance, and other operational activities. • Represent the DC office as the Engineering Manager for all contractual, representative, and client engagement needs. Job Requirements • An undergraduate degree in Mechanical engineering, integrated engineering or related technical degree from an accredited post-secondary educational institution • +5-10 years’ experience in relevant mechanical engineering positions • +5-10 years’ experience in the energy or utility industry, preferably within the district energy market • Experience in HVAC systems, HVAC design, and low carbon or district energy systems, and related technologies • Experience delivering feasibility studies and detailed designs of renewable and district energy technologies including: geoexchange, biomass, waste heat recovery, CHP and district heating/cooling plants. • Experience with specification writing and reviews, preparation of plans, detailed drawings • Cost estimating principles and practices • Contract administration principles and practices • Project management principles and practices • Demonstrated ability to work in a complex environment, dealing with multiple projects and clients simultaneously • A passion for district energy and the low carbon transition, energy conservation measures • Strong verbal, written, presentation and time management skills • Strong interpersonal/emotional intelligence skills Conditions of Employment Vaccination Requirement. Only as required to fulfill job responsibilities, you may be required to submit proof of full vaccination against COVID-19, as defined by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, or make a request for reasonable accommodations, as permitted under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. DISCLAIMER The preceding position description provides a general overview and level of work to be performed. It is not a detailed job description or a complete listing of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required for this position.