CjMechanical Engineer Security Clearance

Position: #CJ24-1139 MECHANICAL ENGINEER with Security Clearance
Location: Moscow

Basic Functions Mechanical Engineer (ME) is responsible for engineering design upgrades to ensure continuous mechanical operation of installed systems to include the maintenance and repair of the Embassy heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), the Embassy gas/diesel station equipment, underground storage tanks and other environmental mechanical systems. The ME is also responsible for accomplishing engineering evaluations of project designs and serves as project manager on the installation of new mechanical equipment (e.g., chillers, air handlers, and air compressors) and/or construction, renovations of office spaces.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Operations and Maintenance Support: 50% Oversees the operations and maintenance of large, complex, mechanical systems and equipment including the Building Automation System, air handling units, the air and/or water-cooled chiller plant, VAV boxes, motorized, gravity and fire dampers, the potable water treatment facility and distribution system, the fire suppression system including the fire pump, the sanitary sewage and storm water management systems, swimming pool and associated equipment, the irrigation system, and oil water separator system.

Resolves complicated mechanical problems with minimal disruption to NEC/NCC operations and restores these systems to their designed operating parameters and efficiency following the manufacturer's guidance and industry best practices. Tasks include regular exercise of the fire pump, valves and dampers; lubrication of mechanical joints, gears and bearings; testing of the potable water; adjustments to dosing system equipment; air balancing, etc.

Oversees an aggressive and comprehensive preventative maintenance program for critical and non-critical HVAC equipment and systems by directing subordinate mechanical technicians from the facility maintenance staff, and/or monitoring contracted service providers - ensuring they use KPIs to analyze equipment and system performance, and that their repair and service techniques are code and life safety compliant. Maintains; monitors; troubleshoots; configures; identifies;

isolates and corrects faults; performs diagnostic tests; ensures the proper operations of designated equipment and systems. Prepares weekly, monthly and annual status reports, documenting the operation performance, and efficiency of equipment and systems, with recommendations to the Senior/Deputy Facility Manager for scheduling outages for preventive maintenance, major overhauls, or replacement. Solves complicated mechanical problems to increase mechanical systems efficiency. Estimates future maintenance costs and potential savings;

formulates recommended mechanical projects and assists the Facility Manager with future project and annual budget projections. Develop an in-depth working knowledge of the general contractual and detailed requirements of the construction contract for the Post managed projects and other Agency Projects as appropriate. Observe the execution of construction to assure adherence to approved drawings and specifications, inspect construction workmanship, materials, methods of equipment, and report to Senior Facility Manager as to their conformity and non- conformity to the approved drawings and specifications.

Make recommendations to the Senior Facility Manager on how to correct deficiencies and resolve problems during construction. Work independently and maintain daily construction surveillance logs ensuring contractor compliance with the terms and conditions of the contract as warranted between the construction contractor and the Government. The value of construction contract oversight will not exceed $250,000. Management and Logistic Support: 35% Focused on all components of the mechanical systems, the Mechanical Engineer provides budget input for operating, maintenance and repair, and replacement costs to include all tools, special equipment and spare parts required to maintain all systems within the designed operational performance requirements and within operating budget limits.

Assists the Senior/Deputy Facility Manager in briefing post management on work and project status. Attends senior level staff meetings, as delegated, to provide justifications for equipment/system outages for preventive maintenance, minor repairs, major overhauls, or replacement. The Mechanical Engineer position will assist in maintaining post's Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) known as Global Maintenance Management System (GMMS) for the mechanical department, in conjunction with post's Work Control Clerk to ensure that planned preventative service events and unscheduled events are recorded/documented in the CMMS and closed out when they are completed.

Manages and maintains the mechanical portion of the technical library consisting of as-built documents (plans and specifications), operations and maintenance manuals, manufacturer's data sheets, list of spare parts and tools,…