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Facilities Plant Engineer 4/5

Leads project teams to develops complex conceptual designs, final designs, cost estimates and provides maintenance support for the architectural phases of buildings, equipment installations, utility systems and grounds. Leads teams to develop complex conceptual analysis to determine the cause of asset failures and reduction in asset capacity by using reliability tools and methods (e.g., life cycle analysis, condition based maintenance, root cause failure methodology, mean time between failures, fault tree analysis, etc.). Leads others in engineering and facilitating the implementation of complex improvements in asset effectiveness, availability, and maintainability; to specify configuration of new assets in order to support reliability programs. Leads project teams to develops complex conceptual designs, final designs, cost estimates and provides maintenance support for the electrical phases of buildings, equipment installations, utility systems and grounds. Reviews electrical designs to assess compliance with customer requirements, building codes and applicable regulations by applying knowledge of construction principles, practices, and materials and takes appropriate corrective action. Provides oversight to identify errors and documents construction changes to comply with regulatory requirements, facility standards, and record retention requirements. Leads teams that manage and support complex construction projects by providing input on vendor selection; reviews contractor proposals; interfaces with government/regulatory agencies; monitors project progress and vendor/consultant performance. Oversees preparation and presentation of project information to ensure compliance with applicable construction documents and jurisdictional requirements and to meet project objectives. Leads in the production or procurement of detailed design documents. Leads in the translation of customer requirements to design options with documents and estimates. Plans, manages, and executes large or complex projects. Leads a team of stakeholders in the acquisition and modification of assets to enable the customer to achieve the defined business objectives in accordance with company and accounting policies. Manages project expenditures within authorized budgets. Leads in the interpretation and analysis of applicable regulations, standards, codes, and ordinances with respect to project requirements. Instructs others in engineering and facilitating the implementation of complex or unique improvements in asset effectiveness, availability, and maintainability; to specify configuration of new assets in order to support reliability programs. Leads project teams to develops complex or unique conceptual designs, final designs, cost estimates and provides maintenance support for the electrical phases of buildings, equipment installations, utility systems and grounds. Coaches and guides others to align electrical designs with customer requirements, building codes and applicable regulations by applying knowledge of construction principles, practices, and materials. Provides oversight to identify errors and document construction changes to comply with regulatory requirements, facility standards, and record retention requirements. Incorporates industry best practices. Reviews and approves documents. Instructs teams in the translation of customer requirements to design options with documents and estimates. Identifies appropriate materials, equipment, and services by applying engineering principles and methodology. Provides oversight and coaching to personnel who plan, manage, and execute complex or enterprise wide projects. Leads or directs teams in the acquisition and modification of assets to enable the customer to achieve the defined business objectives in accordance with company and accounting policies.



Competencies



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Business (Financial) Acumen
Accurately performs substantial quantitative financial calculations and/or understands and explains the complex implications of financial graphs, charts, tables, etc. to other project leads, internal employees, and external customers. Viewed as an expert in integrating complex financial data effectively; allowing for the identification of key issues, decision-making criteria, and the determination of strategies and plans. Uses appropriate financial strategies and systems to maximize cash flow and limit risk to the organization.

Coaching/Teaching
Consistently clarifies expected behaviors, knowledge, and level of proficiency by guiding, seeking and giving information and checking for understanding. Consistently provides instruction, positive models, and opportunities for observation in order to help other project managers, internal employees, and external customers develop skills; encourages questions to ensure understanding. Consistently gives timely, appropriate feedback on performance; reinforces efforts and progress. Consistently establishes good interpersonal relationships by helping project leads, internal employees, and external customers feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions.

Project Management
Extensive experience in creating comprehensive multi-tiered project schedules for significant Business Unit projects; identifies time frames for key project milestones and ensure alignment of sub tier activities for overall project visibility, tracking and completion. Directs and manages very complex project schedules requiring interfacing with multi regional or international activities. Independently identifies project resource requirements, integrate and direct multi project elements into a single collective overall project plan. Collaborates with others on the most complex projects assigned. Ability to direct, delegate and ensure performance of assigned responsibilities and tasks as a project team leader in support of the overall large scale and complex projects. Identifies and resolves any issues and provide solutions and or recommendations to ensure the successful completion of the project.

Work Standards
Consistently establishes expert criteria and/or work procedures to achieve a high level of quality, productivity, or service. Dedicates required time and energy to assignments or tasks to ensure that no aspect of the work is neglected; works to overcome obstacles to completing tasks or assignments. Accepts responsibility for outcomes (positive or negative) of one's work; admits mistakes and refocuses efforts when appropriate. Provides encouragement and support to others in accepting responsibility; does not accept others' denial of responsibility without questioning. Technical


Electrical Engineer Analysis
Basic - Extensive, specialized knowledge of electrical engineering theories (e.g., Kirchoff's Law, Ohm's Law, lighting, power factor, control theory), formula selection (e.g., room cavity ratios, short-circuit, voltage drop, motor counts, capacitor, harmonic correction, load calculations), and methods (e.g., relay coordination, root cause analysis).
Preferred - Advanced, expert knowledge of electrical engineering theories (e.g., Kirchoff's Law, Ohm's Law, lighting, power factor, control theory), formula selection (e.g., room cavity ratios, short-circuit, voltage drop, motor counts, capacitor, harmonic correction, load calculations), and methods (e.g., relay coordination, root cause analysis).

Electrical Engr Regulations
Basic - Extensive, specialized knowledge of applicable electrical engineering regulations/standards (e.g., OSHA, CALOSHA, WISHA, Institute of Electrical Electronic Engineering Standards, American National Standards Institute, National Fire Protection Association Standard, Underwriters Laboratory Testing Lab), codes (e.g., National Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code), and ordinances (e.g., local building code amendments, energy code).
Preferred - Advanced, expert knowledge of applicable electrical engineering regulations/standards (e.g., OSHA, CALOSHA, WISHA, Institute of Electrical Electronic Engineering Standards, American National Standards Institute, National Fire Protection Association Standard, Underwriters Laboratory Testing Lab), codes (e.g., National Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code), and ordinances (e.g., local building code amendments, energy code).

Electrical Safety Practices
Basic - Extensive, specialized knowledge of electrical safety practices (e.g., lockout-tag out, personal protective equipment, grounding).
Preferred - Advanced, expert knowledge of electrical safety practices (e.g., lockout-tag out, personal protective equipment, grounding).

Engineering Drawings & Specs
Basic - Extensive and specialized ability to read and understand basic and complex engineering drawings and specifications. Assists others in understanding detailed drawings and specs.
Preferred - Advanced/expert ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings and specifications. Oversees and guides the efforts of others.

Facilities Electrical Systems
Basic - Extensive, specialized knowledge of electrical systems (e.g., medium and low voltage distribution systems, uninterruptible power systems, stand-by systems, paging/public address/communication systems, control systems, co-generation systems, fire detection systems, grounding system), capability, capacity, operating characteristics (e.g., power factor, load, voltage requirements, efficiencies), and constructability (e.g., wiring methods, space, interface, interferences).
Preferred - Advanced, expert knowledge of electrical systems (e.g., medium and low voltage distribution systems, uninterruptible power systems, stand-by systems, paging/public address/communication systems, control systems, co-generation systems, fire detection systems, grounding system), capability, capacity, operating characteristics (e.g., power factor, load, voltage requirements, efficiencies), and constructability (e.g., wiring methods, space, interface, interferences).

Process Improvement Methods
Basic - Extensive, specialized knowledge of product and process improvement methodologies (e.g. 6-Sigma, Lean).
Preferred - Advanced, expert knowledge of product and process improvement methodologies (e.g. 6-Sigma, Lean).

Typical Education/Experience



Level 4 - Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's and relevant experience, Master's with proven experience or PhD with proven experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Level 5 - Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's with proven experience, Master's with proven experience or PhD with relevant experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.


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This posting will permit experience consideration spanning two levels to accommodate a broader spectrum of available work. This position is located in Springfield, VA.


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