CHA Consulting, LLC - Advanced Energy - Gen & Eng Management

CHA’s Advanced Energy group is a leader in upgrading existing buildings for a more sustainable future. We specialize in energy efficiency projects that implement both energy conservation measures as well as central plant transitions from carbon-based fuels to cleaner fuel sources. Currently, our team has a sizable portfolio of geothermal projects that are converting buildings from boilers and traditional cooling over to heat pumps that connect to ground-source thermal networks. In addition, we are continuing to retrofit older buildings to improve energy efficiency, ventilation, and in many cases occupant comfort. The Advanced Energy group’s involvement in these projects stretches from energy auditing (if applicable) and initial concept design through detailed design, construction administration, commissioning, and M&V. CHA is somewhat unique in the industry in that we specialize in and have expertise in all of these areas. CHA provides commissioning for these types of projects as well as for non-energy related renovations and new construction. Our commissioning team is growing and we are seeking an engineer with HVAC commissioning experience who can lead small and medium size projects, and help lead our larger projects. The mechanical/commissioning team strives to be a place where people can come for the long term and grow their career. With many different types of buildings and types of mechanical systems in our projects, there is also no shortage of variety of work. CHA is an engineering design firm made up of engineers across many different disciplines, including but not limited to electrical, structural, civil, aviation, water, wastewater, etc. CHA also has in-house architecture. At CHA, you can build a career and find your passion across our diverse business lines and project teams. Being part of CHA means being part of a team of talented professionals, where you’ll find support for your career growth and the opportunity to impact our industry and our communities. Find your “why” at CHA!

The commissioning engineer in this position supports the design development, construction, and startup of various building systems as a commissioning agent. The Engineer leads the preparation of Cx plans, Cx specifications, deficiency lists and other technical reports. The engineer will also review and provide feedback on construction documents when required. They will help lead the functional testing, field investigations, and supporting documentation during construction to verify contractors are meeting owner and design requirements. After testing is complete, the Engineer will work with the contractor, owner, controls provider, and any other required stakeholders to correct any deficiencies found during the Cx process. The professional in this role works on multiple projects in a timely and cost-effective manner. Additionally, the Engineer develops and maintains a familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as the firm’s and client’s practices, procedures, and standards. This individual is responsible for planning, scheduling, conducting and coordinating detailed phases of a project independently with other engineering disciplines and project management staff. CHA is open to cross-training the commissioning engineer to do mechanical HVAC design plan and specification work, construction administration, and energy auditing, if so desired by the engineer. Though this is not required, this would allow for a wider variety work and the developing of other skill sets.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred• Minimum of 2 years of commissioning experience required• Understands and has experience with HVAC systems• Demonstrates a strong willingness to learn about the respective engineering discipline• Familiar with QA/QC procedures• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt communication style to suit various audiences• Desire to work in a collaborative team environment with the willingness to assist more senior staff• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software required• Excellent time management skills, capable of handling multiple projects and meeting deadlines.• Collaborative team player• Willing to occasionally work extra hours to meet client’s demands and project schedules• Position will occasionally require travel to other states in the northeast, but most work is local