Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

About Dorsett Controls

Dorsett Controls is a leading provider of innovative automation solutions, specializing in custom control systems and services across a diverse range of industries, including HVAC controls and water / wastewater SCADA systems. With a commitment to precision, reliability, and cutting-edge technology, we help organizations optimize operations and enhance efficiency. At Dorsett Controls, we are dedicated to delighting our customers, creating innovative experiences, and pursuing excellence. Our team is focused on delivering outstanding results, and we are seeking motivated individuals to join us in shaping the future of the control systems industry.

The Opportunity

At Dorsett Controls, we specialize in advanced automation and control solutions for a wide variety of facilities from Federal installations, manufacturing environments to commercial office buildings. Our team delivers innovative, reliable systems that optimize performance, efficiency, and sustainability. We're seeking a Mechanical Engineer with HVAC Controls experience to join our team. You'll combine mechanical expertise with building automation knowledge to deliver efficient, sustainable solutions, working closely with engineers, project managers, and contractors from design through commissioning.

Your Responsibilities

Design and layout HVAC controls for a variety of mechanical systems including creating drawings for all aspects of the controls scope including panel design, instrumentation and control device selection, installation details, sequences of operation, startup, testing and commissioning procedures and plans.

• Apply engineering knowledge of all commercial HVAC equipment, ductwork, piping layout, system design, system layout, field investigation, and construction administration, to ensure control system designs and test plans are comprehensive and meet the project specifications and scope of work.
• Program electronic controller devices, server databases and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) to create an effective and operational control scheme that maintains the specified level of control tolerance while ensuring efficient and safe operation of the mechanical equipment.
• Create reports, historical profiles and trend logs for customer requirements.
• Performing site survey of existing system conditions to interface new designs with existing mechanical electrical and plumbing systems.
• Review of mechanical documents for proper coordination with all building control systems.
• Monitor the project construction activities from the control aspect to ensure compliance with plans and specifications. Activities may include but are not limited to, acting as resident engineer on projects, interpret plans and specifications and apply available information to satisfy all project design requirements.
• Maintain familiarity with appropriate engineering and construction codes and ensure compliance with all codes. Institute and direct changes to the work when required by differing site conditions. Conduct on-site investigation work to ensure compliance with design.
• Design software interfaces for equipment such as VFDs, CRACs, VRF controllers, chillers and boilers using BACnet or Modbus protocols as required to affect a completely integrated control system.
• Coordinate all controls project designs as needed to properly and efficiently connect to the base-wide facility control system.
• Troubleshoot control issues as well as ensuring the effectiveness of all graphic displays, schedules, trend logs, alarms, etc. .
• Diagnose complex control system issues when it is not easily determined where the problem lies (mechanical or controls)
• Assist with troubleshooting and diagnosis of issues of all control system elements whether hardware of software.
• Communicate effectively with other contractors and employees, customers, supervisors, and management.
• Supervise third party commissioning of controlled mechanical systems in new and renovated facilities.
• Train other less experienced controls staff and assists with any required customer training

What We're Looking For

Education

Experience

Skills

Core Competencies

Must possess knowledge of and / or possess the ability to perform :

Benefits

Travel Requirements

Requires travel across the organization based on project and company need.

Why Dorsett Controls?

At Dorsett Controls, we combine technical excellence with a people-first approach. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and growth. We invest in our people and empower them to lead, learn, and contribute meaningfully to impactful projects across the organization.

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to advance within a company that values your expertise and vision.

Dorsett Controls is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Compensation details : 120000-140000

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