Mechanical Engineer; Engineer IV

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus*

Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (Engineer IV) to be a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country. With more than 25,000 acres of parkland, nine Recenters, eight golf courses, three lakefront parks, and more, FCPA is an exciting organization to be a part of and there are many opportunities for staff to make a difference at every level.

Under the general direction of the branch manager, this position is the licensed professional mechanical engineer for the Park Operations Division and will cover all Facilities within the Park Authority. This position is expected to perform/process work assignments and coordinate all phases of Park Authority Facilities HVAC, Building Automation Systems (BAS) from the initial design phase, system management, system/equipment diagnostics, system integrations, daily operations, training of staff on normal operations in all Park Authority owned properties.

Other duties include:

• Review mechanical, design, and construction plans from county agencies, private developers, utilities, and internal divisions to assess impacts on Park Authority buildings and facilities.
• Conduct engineering evaluations focused on HVAC and Building Automation Systems (BAS), providing expert guidance and technical leadership on all HVAC related issues.
• Represent the Park Authority in multi-agency meetings, negotiations, and field inspections, serving as the primary technical and land use coordinator.
• Analyze complex engineering and regulatory issues, prepare formal comments, and negotiate solutions that balance competing standards and minimize impacts to park operations.
• Oversee design and construction coordination with engineers, contractors, and consultants, including site evaluations, cost estimate reviews, inspections, and project oversight.
• Prepare technical documents, reports, SOPs, and board materials; support legal document review; compile research and data; and contribute to public facing information and internal decision making.

Work schedules may vary, and occasional weekend, evening, and holiday work may be required. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the position. This position is also designated as Emergency Services Personnel for the Park Authority.

* A $5,000 signing bonus is available to new county employees hired in the Engineer IV position.

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

Depending on the functional area of assignment:

• Secures all reviewing/permitting agencies’ approvals and permits as required in a timely manner;
• Administers design or construction contracts of large and complex projects;
• Performs advanced specialized engineering in the preparation and review of Hydrologic and Hydraulic engineering studies as required to achieve certification of the State regulated dams maintained;
• Applies advanced engineering and scientific techniques in evaluating complex solutions;
• Negotiates or oversees the negotiation of contracts for the full range of engineering/architectural, environmental and construction services;
• Coordinates County facility design or construction work with various architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants; supervises work performed under contract and maintains professional control of projects to completion;
• Estimates staffing, budget, schedules, and resources needed to meet completion dates;
• Supervises subordinate staff of engineers and/or technicians…