What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Mechanical / Fire Protection Engineer - Aviation Facilities %26 Infrastructure position at The Port of Seattle?
Salary offers will be made within the posted range. Placement within the range will be determined based on your similar work experience. The Port considers work experience to be similar if the scope and level of responsibility of your prior positions match the job being offered.
As an Aviation Facilities & Infrastructure Senior Engineer - Mechanical / Fire Protection, you will coordinate and provide direction to multiple capital and expense projects and will act as a project sponsor for infrastructure renewal and replacement projects to support operational needs.
You will coordinate, plan, and implement facility-wide systems and be a subject matter expert for mechanical fire and life safety systems, including active smoke control, firefighter smoke control panels, fire suppression, fire risers and standpipes, fire sprinklers, fire pumps, clean agent extinguishing systems, fire / smoke dampers, kitchen hoods, and smoke control modeling.
You will lead developing and defining asset management program for mechanical assets.
You will conduct annual inventory and verification for financial regulatory requirements and develop renewal and replacement programs for systems.
You will develop requirements and perform lead planning studies to support long-term vision.
You will prepare and present presentations and memos for leadership to explain planning initiatives.
You will lead the development of preventative maintenance programs for operations and maintenance of mechanical infrastructure and systems to maintain aviation operations and maximize life cycle of systems.
You will prepare master record utility drawings using computer-aided drafting software or other applications for use in planning, design, and emergency response.
You will prepare system calculations to ensure sufficient capacity to meet new demand.
You will develop, maintain, and govern mechanical design guidelines and standards for facility and infrastructure.
You will stay abreast of pending regulatory mandates, monitor industry best practices, and evaluate emerging technologies for inclusion or implementation in facilities.
You will conduct integration of new methods, systems, technologies, materials, programs or processes including research of innovative or specialized solutions.
You will strategically initiate and sponsor capital projects to support comprehensive infrastructure plan and implement design vision to provide critical input to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) required capital development plan.
You will evaluate project design drawings for large capital and expense projects for conformance to standards and specifications and coordination with other capital projects and expansion of existing infrastructure.
You will respond to questions and issue waivers related to Port standards and requirements and ensure compliance with codes, regulatory requirements, code revisions and environmental regulations.
You will provide construction administration for large size capital projects including submittals, Request for Information (RFI), site observation, construction meetings, and punch walks.
Who you are :
Experienced - You have ten (10) years of experience in infrastructure planning, design, integration, modeling, maintenance, construction, and / or project management related to facilities. A bachelor's degree in engineering may be substituted for four (4) years of experience. You have a Mechanical or Fire Protection Professional Engineering license.
Desired - We hope you have a bachelor's degree in engineering. You have also demonstrated a proven ability to apply relevant codes and standards, including International Building Code, International Fire Code, and National Fire Protection Association standards.
Committed to Equity - You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
Problem Solver -You can analyze and synthesize information from a variety of sources. You have excellent time management skills including prioritizing work and meeting deadlines.
Excellent Communicator - You have excellent verbal, written, presentation, and active listening communication skills. You can convey complex and technical details to individuals with varying degrees of technical knowledge.
Leader - You can demonstrate effective leadership skills to mentor and advise engineering and architectural staff, including supervisory duties. You have effective negotiation skills to resolve interdepartmental conflict over design solutions.
Collaborative - You can develop and maintain effective working relationships on large capital projects to gain trust and establish credibility at all organizational levels. You can collaborate, manage, and lead multiple complex projects from multi-discipline teams.
What else you need to know :
Work Schedule - Your normal work schedule will be Monday - Friday, 8 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m. (40 hours per week). Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role. Periodic evening or overnight work will be required in this role to support confidence testing of systems. Regular predictable attendance required.
Work Environment - This work will take place in a hybrid / in-office setting at Management's discretion. You will also visit mechanical / electrical spaces, utility tunnels, active construction sites, and outdoors while working frequently near operating equipment such as boilers, chillers, fans, pumps, baggage handling equipment, tugs, and aircraft.
Washington State Residency Requirement - Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.
Safety Requirements - You will be required to comply with all work rules, safety, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
Security Requirements - As the successful candidate, you must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your employment will be contingent upon obtaining a Port of Seattle ID badge upon clearance. You will also be required to obtain a U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) Customs Seal within 30 days of hire.
Why you'll love it here :
The Port of Seattle offers an extensive benefits package that rewards our staff for their valuable contributions towards the Port's mission. In addition to the summary below, benefit details for non-represented positions can be found on the Port of Seattle's website. If the position is represented by a union, please refer to the " Collective Bargaining Agreement " or contact the appropriate Union Representative for specific information related to benefits and eligibility.
Healthcare - Medical, Dental, and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family.
Paid Vacation - Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.
Paid Sick Leave - At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
Holidays - More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.
Pension / Retirement Plans - A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port.
Getting to Work - From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid.
Parental Leave - Six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.
Development - From tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees - regardless of race, gender, and other identities - succeed and reach their fullest potential.
Work-Life Balance - We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
Mission Driven - We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner.
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