Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary:
WHO WE AREPaladin is a boots-on-the-ground solutions partner for building owners. We focus on three key services:
Building Commissioning
Direct-to-Owner Engineering for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems
Sustainability ConsultingPaladin exists to steer successful outcomes by serving building stewards. To fulfill this mission, we focus on sustainability consulting to define aspirational goals, engineering to develop the ways to achieve those goals, and commissioning to verify those goals are achieved. We are emission-reduction focused looking to pragmatic applications of technology and practice in support of building excellence. Our values reflect the team and culture enabling us to improve ourselves, our customers, and our communities one step at a time.
ABOUT THE ROLEPaladin is seeking an enthusiastic Professional Engineer Electrical to support the building goals for our Owner partners. In this role you will independently perform detailed phases of design engineering work for a project of moderate size and complexity. Design and engineering will be for electrical power distribution, lighting, building life safety, emergency and UPS, security, paging and low voltage voice and data systems to assure safe reliable and energy efficient design. This requires the application of standard design engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria where the scope is to be defined based on existing conditions analysis and Owner-definition of project outcomes. Candidates for this position are fully competent in all conventional aspects of design engineering and capable of planning and conducting tasks requiring independent judgment in the evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard design engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.This is a full-time remote position based out of our Lexington, KY office. This position requires up to 15% travel to Kentucky and you will be traveling to active building construction projects.
WHAT YOULL DO
Collaborate regularly with members of the leadership team, commissioning team, and the digital technical services team
Develop scope of work documents at the beginning of each project
Develop design criteria and equipment selection in for preparation of construction documents
Develop specifications, working drawings, instructions, and other related documents of complex projects, typically for existing building renovations and additions
Select the materials, equipment and systems based on constructability and value to conform to company standards and project budget
Review vendor bids and drawings for major components to be used in the system to assure compliance with specifications, code and requirements of the project.
Review drawings and evaluate the need for design changes and makes appropriate recommendations
Consult with construction personnel concerning design constructability as related to field conditions, sequencing, and scheduling of construction activities
Ensure that production of drawings, specifications, reports, and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements
May plan, schedule, coordinate, and oversee the work of other engineers who assist with particular projects
Responsible for keeping current on new electrical products and must be able to judge their suitability for specific uses. Should compile and communicate with said product representatives on a regular basis
Communicate appropriate information on project status, scope changes and problem areas to balance of the engineering team
Maintain current knowledge of National electrical codes as well as design and construction procedures to meet changing priorities
Arc-flash studies
File calculations in a complete and orderly manner for future referenceDuties will be added, removed, or modified as necessary
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR
Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or demonstrated experience in this discipline
Minimum of five (5-8) years of related experience
Three (3) years experience in the institutional and commercial building markets
Professional Engineer License required
Expert level knowledge of low voltage (120-480VAC), control voltage and data systems, and applicable codes, standards, and industry practices
Basic working knowledge of Revit
A valid drivers license and reliable transportation
Ability to read and understand schematics and other technical diagrams and building plans
Ability to pass background checks to work with correctional facilities and primary and secondary educational facilities
High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy
Ability to work on multiple tasks with minimal supervision while planning, scheduling, and completing tasks within established deadlinesPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Extended periods working on a computer and computer accessories (keyboard, mouse, etc.)
Travel locally up to 50%, occasional national travel
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary:
WHO WE AREPaladin is a boots-on-the-ground solutions partner for building owners. We focus on three key services: Building Commissioning Direct-to-Owner Engineering for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems Sustainability ConsultingPaladin exists to steer successful outcomes by serving building stewards. To fulfill this mission, we focus on sustainability consulting to define aspirational goals, engineering to develop the ways to achieve those goals, and commissioning to verify those goals are achieved. We are emission-reduction focused looking to pragmatic applications of technology and practice in support of building excellence. Our values reflect the team and culture enabling us to improve ourselves, our customers, and our communities one step at a time.
ABOUT THE ROLEPaladin is seeking an enthusiastic Commissioning Provider to support the building goals for our Owner partners. As a Commissioning Provider, you will be responsible for defining performance targets, reviewing designs and submittals, verifying installation and coordination, completing functional verification testing, collaborating on issues resolution and transitioning operations to facilities staff. The Commissioning Provider will be responsible for managing the commissioning process with the intent to show that the results achieved match or exceed client targets. This is a full time position out of our Lexington, KY office and can be on-site or hybrid. This position requires regular travel, up to 50% within 250 miles of Lexington, KY, rarely overnight. You will be traveling to active building construction projects and will be working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
WHAT YOULL DO Lead the commissioning process from Owner Project Requirement definition to Warranty Phase servicesDiagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and building automation systems Prepare construction checklists, system verification checklists, and functional testing forms for a variety of building equipment and systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire alarm and protection, security)Manage the production of the deliverables in a high-quality manner consistent with stated standards and compliance paths for certification programsMeasure construction process activities to assure that systems installed are consistent with planning and project documentsManage and maintain project budgets through good application of time, resources, and technical skillsManage the production of the deliverables in a high-quality manner consistent with stated standards and compliance paths for certification programsMaintain commissioning logs and equipment checklistsProvide weekly reports on assigned metrics, projects, and communications to demonstrate actions that drive completion of monthly production goalsRead and understand schematics, technical diagrams, and construction project documentation to conduct complete reviews of the installation and operation of building systemsDiagnose and resolve equipment and systems problems and coordinating testing until the problems are resolvedResolve issues using a persistent and collaborative approachDeliver documents that are well-written, technically accurate, and well-formatted Duties will be added, removed, or modified as necessary
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR Bachelors degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field Minimum of seven (7) years of related experience in commissioning or systems verification for the institutional and commercial building markets Excellent knowledge of MEP systems and familiar with controls, applicable codes, standards and industry practices One of these certifications is required: Professional Engineer License, CCP, CBCP, CxA Experience using Engineering and Construction software, such as Revit, Bluebeam, ProCore, eComm, Autodesk360, Cx Alloy, Building Test Experience with Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing systems including air distribution systems, hydronic distribution systems, central utility plant operations, generators and power distribution, lighting controls, and Building Automation Systems A valid drivers license and reliable transportation Ability to pass background check to work with correctional facilities and primary and secondary educational facilities High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy Ability to work on multiple tasks with minimal supervision while planning, scheduling, and completing tasks within established deadlines Ability to be flexible hours and occasional weeks as required by testing methodologies and project site conditions PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Extended periods working on a computer and computer accessories (keyboard, mouse, etc.) Travel locally up to 50%, occasional national travel
