What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer II position at Fairfax County, VA?
Salary : $67,425.90 - $112,377.41 Annually
Location : FAIRFAX (EJ32), VA
Job Type : FT Hourly W BN
Job Number : 25-00261
Department : Facilities Management
Opening Date : 01 / 25 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 7 / 2025 10 : 45 AM Eastern
Pay Grade : S24
Posting Type : Open to General Public
Job Announcement
Under general supervision of the Building Automation System (BAS) division project coordinator, serves as a technical expert to plan, execute, operate, maintain, and repair Building Automation Systems (BAS) / Energy Management Control Systems (EMCS) in over 100 commercial buildings across over 12 million square feet of occupiable space.
Responsibilities Includes :
- Directly responsible for performing BAS and EMCS operations, sequencing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs in compliance with Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and all other applicable codes and ordinances, as well as county and department requirements and procedures.
- Develops unique solutions to meet specific operational requirements while managing associated risks.
- Takes complete responsibility and ownership of complex critical building BAS / EMCS, HVAC and electrical systems across the portfolio of Facilities Management Department buildings.
- Serve as Department expert for BAS / EMCS systems to include equipment, protocols, building codes, information technology interfacing and integration, and process control system troubleshooting and documentation of control activities.
- Uses strong IT programming as well as mechanical and electrical problem-solving skills to ensure successful operation and maintenance of BAS / EMCS.
- Review trend data and on-site performance using building load simulation software programs to ensure compliance with design.
- Re-commission building controls optimization systems that provide both long- and short-term goals to reduce utility usage and costs and minimize our impact on the environment.
Note : This position is considered essential personnel, on-call or alternate shifts may be necessary to complete work assignments.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to") Graduation from a four-year college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technologies with a bachelor's degree in the appropriate engineering or architectural field; plus, one year of professional experience in the appropriate engineering field.
Upon successful completion of four years of professional engineering experience, Engineer II employees are eligible for a non-competitive appointment to Engineer III within the engineering discipline for which they have been trained.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED :
Valid driver's license.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.
This position is considered "Essential Personnel" and will be required to report to work during times designated countywide as approved for unscheduled leave regardless of the emergency situation (i.e., weather, transportation, other disaster).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
Two years direct experience as the (BAS / EMCS Engineer) managing, operating, troubleshooting, sequencing, repairing, and optimizing commercial building Building Automation Systems (BAS) / Energy Management Control Systems (EMCS) / Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS). Certifications in Trane Tracer SC, Trane Tracer, BACnet, Siemens, Delta. Strong budget and contract management skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Must be able to access sites, facility equipment rooms, ceilings, attics, and roofs. Must be able to climb ladders. Must be able to communicate by telephone and computer. Must have eyesight adequate to review engineering plans. Must be able to discern color for review and monitoring of electronic systems. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE :
Panel interview may include a practical exercise.
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home () and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and / or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314.EEO / AA / TTY.
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Merit Positions
Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following :
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What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
Please indicate all major(s) or minor(s) for your completed degree(s). Check all that apply.
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How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience in the engineering field do you possess? (Detail must be substantiated in your application for this and all questions.)
Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?
Do you currently possess any of the following certifications? Check all that apply.
How many years' of direct experience do you have as the lead and primary accountable staff member operating and maintaining critical Building Automation Systems (BAS) / Energy Management Control Systems (EMCS)?
How many years of experience do you have troubleshooting programming / configurations of commercial critical building Building Automation Systems (BAS) / Energy Management Control Systems (EMCS)?
How many years of experience do you possess in developing sequencing for commercial building Building Automation Systems (BAS) / Energy Management Control Systems (EMCS)?
Do you possess a current Master HVAC license?
This position has been identified as an essential position during declared emergencies. Are you able and willing to report to work if an emergency is declared?
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Salary : $67,426 - $112,377