Project Engineer

Job Summary: The Project Engineer supports the successful execution of building controls projects by coordinating design, installation, and commissioning activities. This role ensures project requirements are met by reviewing technical documentation, supporting subcontractors and field teams, troubleshooting system issues, and maintaining quality across all phases of the project. The Project Engineer works cross-functionally to manage schedules, materials, and technical deliverables, while providing proactive communication and solutions to keep projects on track and aligned with specifications and customer expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Identifies and resolves potential project issues during design, submittal, and installation phases of the
  
• Coordinates with Subcontractors or internal installation team to achieve maximum value installations including point to point check out and all the documentation that is involved.
• Troubleshoot and provide resolutions to mechanical and installation issues that can come up when executing the static and dynamic start up and commissioning of building controls.
• Provide information proactively and support to subcontractors and other trade contractors on the project site.
• Review and quality check graphics and programming to meet the sequence of operations per specifications.
• Provide and ensure implementation of startup documentation including, check out logs, commissioning documents, etc. as required for assigned projects.
• Ensure database backups are created and saved on the network share drive.
• Complete time sheets, service work orders, and other paperwork required for this position in an accurate and timely manner.
• Review the as-built drawings for the accurate preparation of the close out documents.
• Coordinates and lays out work with Subcontractors or internal installation team to achieve maximum value in installations.
• Reviews all project documents and deliverables. Including Scope, Plans, Specification, Contract Documents, Design Submittals.
• Reviews Sales Estimates and forecast re-estimates as required.
• Attend all project meetings as required by the Customer.
• Walk the projects to know the status of the installation and to prepare for the project meetings.
• Review design submittal packages with the Design specialist to ensure it meets project specifications.
• Communicate with external organizations as required such as commissioning agents, fire marshals, consulting engineers, building owners, and other contractors to facilitate the pre-commissioning and
  commissioning process.
• Invoice projects timely and is actively engaged in collections to minimize aging.
• Coordinate material orders and timing with Material Coordinator to maximize material handling efficiency.
• Ensures all equipment is compatible and will function properly to achieve the required sequences.
• Provide input to sales and operations regarding the technical aspects of the project. This input could be associated with areas such as estimating, value engineering, scheduling, special resource needs, or
  other aspects particular to specific projects.
• Communicate to the customer and supervisors proactively regarding the project status.
• Provide solutions to avoid schedule and Milestone misses.
• Accurately estimate manpower needs for the duration of the project and communicate to supervisors on weekly scheduling meetings.
• Develop and Finalize Project schedules.
• Secure and review Estimates from Subcontractors
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of a two-year technical degree in HVAC, Mechanical or Electronics related studies. Or Five years of industry related experience, specifically in the capacity of a lead systems specialist, Design or Software Engineer.
• Other technical experience such as military, on the job training programs, etc. may meet this requirement as determined by local management.
• An understanding of computer operating systems including MS Office Suite of products.
• An understanding of ACAD, or similar program/software.
• Proficient working with electronic troubleshooting equipment such as volt meters, amp meters, oscilloscopes, etc.
• The ability to troubleshoot basic electric and electronic circuitry including reading and interpreting electrical and electronic diagrams.
• A working understanding of AC power circuitry including breakers, multi- phase power, etc. (120VAC and greater)
• Experience with programming and the ability to troubleshoot networking issues is a plus.
• Ability to communicate professionally both verbally and in writing.
• A thorough understanding of HVAC systems and how they operate.
• Understanding Project Specifications and requirements.
• Ability to read and understand constructions documents, such as Plans, Specs, Contract requirements, Architectural and electrical drawings.
• Ability to effectively delegate tasks and responsibilities to Team members.
• Ability to successfully resolve conflicts and protect Bosch Building Technologies’ financial interests.
• Strong awareness of Bosch Building Technologies’ culture and the culture of the industry in which we work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor or Master’s Degree in HVAC, Mechanical or Electronics related studies
• 2+ years of experience with ACAD, or similar program/software.
• 2+ years of experience programming and the ability to troubleshoot networking issues is a plus.
• 2+ years of experience with constructions documents, such as Plans, Specs, Contract requirements, Architectural and electrical drawings.
• Deep understanding of HVAC systems and how they operate.
  

Physical Demands:

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, climb, walk, sit,
  push, pull, squat, crawl, and stoop. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle,
  feel objects, and type on keyboard; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities
  required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust
  focus. The use of power tools will be required to effectively perform this position. The employee
  must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may be required to work at heights over
  1.8m (6 feet)
  

Working Conditions:

In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions,
work on job sites, may be required to travel to and from job site locations, may work in a typical
office environment, and is occasionally exposed to construction equipment. The noise level in the
work environment is usually moderate. Confined space entry may be required. High work may be
required.

Additional Information:
• Compensation: $85,000-130,000 per year
• Working Hours: This position generally works Monday- Friday, overtime and on call when necessary

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K w/ company match
• Life/AD&D/LTD
• Paid Vacation/Sick/Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance