Mid-Level Controls Engineer - Mechanical Contractor

Company: MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions
Location: Seattle
Posted on: February 24, 2021

Job Description:

At MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions ("MacMiller") we make buildings work better. As the Northwest's leading mechanical contracting firm, we design, deliver and service HVAC, plumbing and automation system solutions for commercial buildings. With our 1000 employees across 8 offices - there is a breadth and variety of work to keep you engaged and inspired.We enjoy a well-respected history of exceeding our customers' expectations and executing with distinction. Our clients trust their toughest projects with our integrated teams, including* New construction - From an architectural 3D model to a completed 40 story urban building that is on time and on budget* Special projects - Updates/remodeling for existing commercial buildings for new efficiencies* Service - On demand and scheduled maintenance ensuring tenant comfort* Building performance - Control systems and automation for energy improvement and minimal surprisesPeople love to work at MacDonald-Miller, and it's because we all share the same Core Culture Values* Collaboration - Diverse players, one team, a common vision. Collaboration is our foundation and critical to the success of the company. Every team member is valued and brings a diversity of strengths to help us meet our common vision.* Dedication - We are dedicated to personal and professional excellence. We execute with distinction by doing the right thing and following through on our commitments. * Safety - Everyone deserves a safe workplace. Safety is more than hardhats and boots, it's an attitude and the environment we create. Every day, everyone goes home to their families. * Community - We are proud to be part of MacDonald-Miller. We actively seek to build relationships and know each other as individuals. Together we create an environment that is welcoming, caring, and trusting. * Innovation - We are committed to continuous, creative problem solving. Innovation is how we stay an industry leader. We always strive to challenge and better ourselves.* Fun! - Take the work seriously, but never ourselves too seriously. It's possible to be both serious professionals and good-natured people you enjoy working with. We strive to be both.RequirementsControls Engineer This is where you come in.We're looking for a Controls Engineer who will---* Read, analyze, and interpret plans, submittals, mechanical specifications, contract documents, control drawings.* Perform hardware engineering, software engineering, and network level commissioning for Building Automation Systems on new construction projects and existing system retrofit projects* Interpret project financials, understanding of valued engineering concepts and cost impacts. * Use existing practices and develop new processes to ensure cost-effective controls engineering while consistently providing excellent customer service and ensuring all work complies with state, local, and federal legal requirements. * Effectively present information to management, customers, and field operations.* Develop and/ or write sequence of operations and procedure manuals.The Controls Engineer role reports to Shane Zike / Controls Engineering Manager on a collaborative team working on a variety of projects and initiatives to support our growing business. This highly visible role interacts with all levels and functions within the organization, including with Sales to support the technical attributes of project development and scoping, with Mechanical Engineering to integrate the controls design with the mechanical design and project construction documents, and with the field operations and energy teams to successfully incorporate enhanced efficiency strategies into control design sequences.Your Background What kind of person will thrive in this role?You should have---* Bachelor degree in Engineering or Industrial Automation & Controls (Mechanical or Electrical preferred); or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Windows, Word, Excel)* 3-5 years' experience with AutoCAD, AutoCAD MEP ,or equivalent design tools.* Exposure to Commercial HVAC systems installation and operation.* Familiarity with commercial building construction, renovation and /or retrofit work.And everyone you work with should describe you as---* Hard worker * Always learning, to keep up with industry standards and changing technologies* Strong communicator, goal-orientedAnd you should be motivated by---* Empowering yourself to learn how to do something. If you need a ton of handholding or a micro-manager boss, this is not the place for you* Working in a lean, results-oriented environment, where you'll be expected to do more, take on more, and achieve more every year* Having fun in an environment high on transparency, open to innovative new approaches with a supportive family feelBenefitsMacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions presently provides employee coverage for * Medical, dental, vision for employees (coverage available for dependents for shared premium).* 401k retirement plan including Company matching.* Vacation and Sick Compensation (PTO), and Holiday Pay!* Disability income protection including short term and long term disability.* Employee and dependent life insurance.* Wellness Program.* Employee Assistance Program.Where you will workMost of our office staff are currently working from home during COVID-19. Whenever it's deemed safe to return to the office, this position will be based out of our Seattle HQ office (7717 Detroit Ave SW, Seattle WA 98106) in the SoDo area. The office has easy access to Downtown and West Seattle, ample free parking and an onsite gym, not to mention great views! Neighborhood amenities include diverse and hip restaurants & breweries, nearby stadium events and convenient freeway/airport access.Interested to learn more? If you're ready for an adventure, and are interested in being considered for this role, click apply to start the conversation!

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