Technical Director jobs in Petersburg, VA

FST Technical services commissioning (Cx) division formerly Horizon Engineering Associates, LLP is one of the leading Cx firms in the country.  As the Commissioning Project Engineer at FST Technical Services, you will be an integral member of a team dedicated to facilitating the development of a multi-billion-dollar manufacturing campus. This facility, located in Siler City, North Carolina, will produce cutting-edge semiconductor products. By becoming part of this team, you will also contribute to the support provided to advanced manufacturing clients spanning different high-tech sectors.

About us:

We partner with clients for quality assurance in the design, construction, and post-acceptance phases of building projects. We ensure that equipment in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and associated systems are designed, installed, and functionally tested to meet the clients requirements and design intent.

We are experiencing an exciting period of growth and are continuing to be a trailblazer in the industry while holding true to our core values: innovation, safety, service, accountability, fellowship and expertise. Our success is a direct reflection of the talent and dedication of our extraordinary team. We are looking for motivated people as we head into this exciting new chapter. Join us in making a positive impact each day in the building construction industry!

A commissioning Lead/Senior Project Engineer reports to a team leader and is responsible for the delivery and execution of our professional services tasks for equipment in electrical, plumbing, and associated systems.

• Develop and maintain written procedures for using test equipment
• Preform all functional testing on all equipment using scripts and verifying all tests are operating full
• Track and retest issues that are found during testing
• Coordinate training for field personnel on the use of test equipment.
• Knowledge of all electrical systems, components, and how they operate and are tested.
• Knowledge of High and Medium Voltage: Emergency Generators, Primary Switchgear, Secondary Switchgear, UPS, Battery Back Up, Transformers, Electrical Redundancy Testing, Distribution panels, busway installation, and Lighting.
• 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.

• 6 years Engineering Experience or Journeyman Electricians
• 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