Mechanical Engineer

Mission Critical Assured.

FST Technical Services was founded in 1984 to serve the needs of the growing, worldwide Semiconductor/Microelectronics and Life Sciences industries. We began as an independent interface between our clients and their subcontractors to establish build clean installation methods that satisfied internal specifications and conformed to regulatory requirements.

In 2018, FST was excited to add AMA Consultants into our corporate umbrella. AMA has a similar corporate history to FST and deep expertise in the Life Sciences industry. Today, our AMA division provides the foundation of our Life Sciences industry expertise.

Think of us as your trusted partner for QA/QC Services, Equipment Services, Technical Staffing, Project Management, Testing Services – virtually anything you might need throughout your project lifecycle. We guide our customers throughout each project phase to ensure full compliance.

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Summary: The Senior Mechanical Engineer will oversee the support of Data Center Engineering and Commissioning in Santa Clara, CA. This will also include field related activities such as writing field reports, developing test procedures, proper use of testing equipment and training of field personnel.

Essential Functions

The position will have a direct positive impact on training and execution at all levels, with a focus on operations and owner / client interaction. The position will report to the Regional Director for FST that Manges the Contract for Data Centers and expertise in test Mechanical systems and equipment. Responsibilities are as follows:

• Visit job sites with field personnel to provide technical assistance and general field support.
• Manage Field Engineers that are responsible for builds and are executing to the schedule and scope.
• Develop and maintain written procedures for using test equipment.
• Coordinate training for field personnel on the use of test equipment.
• Knowledge of air handler, humifications systems, and exhaust and how they work for full building functionality.
• Oversee mentoring of field personnel and assign mentors to new hires.
• Work with staff to improve relationship building skills. This will focus on developing better relationships with contractors, construction managers, owner’s reps and owners/customers.
• Attend weekly team meetings to provide support and identify training opportunities.
• Coordinate support with Engineering Management team.
• Provide feedback to EMs on FE and PE capabilities.
• Work with FEs and PEs to develop sound procedures for commissioning activities, including installation checks, pre-functional & functional testing.
• Review reports for style, accuracy, and effective communications.
• Develop and oversee technical / non-technical training programs related to Commissioning and Construction activities.
• Other responsibilities as determined by the Regional Director.

Requirements:

• 6 years Engineering Experience or certified HVAC Technicians
• P.E., LEED AP, or CCP a plus
• Excellent customer relation skills
• Strong Communication Skills
• Excellent coach and mentor skills
• Strong financial and analytical skills
• Ability to present in front of a group of people
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be capable of lifting 30 pounds or more and climbing ladders
• Travel may be required