HVAC Building Engineer ( 2nd & 3rd shift

Overview

HVAC/Boiler Building Systems Engineer will work as part of a team that services, operates, maintains and repairs heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration, plumbing, steam, boilers, commercial kitchen equipment and other mechanical building systems at Northwestern Mutual facilities to ensure the security and safety of personnel and property. The incumbent will be part of a team that provides continual coverage to support the required environment for critical data center functions is maintained through proper operation of all related HVAC building systems.

Working with internal teams and external vendors, you will identify, troubleshoot, isolate and repair failures in HVAC and building systems. This role includes special projects from design through installation, researching best practices while incorporating safety and regulatory issues. Will schedule and monitor progress and completion of installation and maintenance work performed by service contractors on various HVAC building systems.

• Maintain, troubleshoot, repair and test building systems.
• Maintain and repair problems associated with plumbing systems including domestic water supply and water management devices such as drains, pumps, and fire protection.
• Investigate and resolve reports of leaks, clogs, etc., and perform minor or emergency plumbing repairs.
• Assist with maintaining and testing fire protection, emergency generators and life safety equipment. Respond to data center fire protection system emergencies.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on kitchen equipment, including testing and repairing control system components related to refrigeration, cooking and exhaust.
• Perform or oversee preventative maintenance and repairs on elevators, escalators, fitness center equipment, and various other systems; coordinate the activity of external vendors.
• Repair equipment utilizing welding and other metal fabrication skills.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC/Boiler systems and related equipment.
• Maintain chillers, booster and circulating pumps, cooling towers, and related HVAC equipment.
• Respond to system failures and emergencies; monitor operation of HVAC/Boiler systems.
• Monitor HVAC systems via automated building control systems to ensure proper operation and adjust air handling units for efficiency and comfort within limits.
• Determine system run schedules and alarm points for building automation systems.
• Advise and recommend software programming changes relating to mechanical systems to the Building Automation Systems Technician.
• Monitor Variable Frequency Drives for pumps and air handling units and water treatment systems; override or adjust as necessary.
• Ensure operation and maintenance of Auto Flame High-Pressure Boiler Control system and associated equipment.
• Respond to calls to shed natural gas usage load as needed.

• Assess service contracts to ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled.
• Serve on Relocation Team to assess impact and coordinate completion of relocation-related HVAC activity.
• As a member of the Emergency Response Team, assist with routine medical situations, building evacuations and monitoring of severe weather conditions to assure safety of employees and visitors.
• Maintain prints and documentation relating to related systems and Business Resumption Plans.
• Ensure proper inventory levels of parts, tools, and materials.
• Research catalogs, Internet, and vendors for parts and supplies necessary for repairs and new installations.
• Complete requisition forms for parts, tools, and materials necessary for preventative and emergency maintenance.

• Associate's Degree in HVAC or graduation from state-approved Plumbing or HVAC-related apprenticeship program and a minimum of three years of industrial HVAC systems experience required. Will consider candidates with HVAC-related certification and 5 or more years of related job experience.
• NIULPE Fourth Class or ASOPE Second Class High Pressure Boiler certification required within one year of employment.
• Certified Refrigerant Handling Technician required within 3 months of employment.
• Certification from the WI Department of Commerce for Cross Connection Control Tester Registration must be obtained within 2 years of employment.
• Proven mechanical aptitude; ability to read and understand blueprints and schematic drawings, updating them as appropriate.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable state and local building codes and industry standards; knowledge of OSHA regulations including MSD and Confined Space Entry desirable.
• Trained in proper handling and use of hazardous or corrosive chemicals used in water treatment.
• OSHA 10 General Industry motorized lift training must be obtained within 1 year of employment.
• Member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) must maintain CPR/First Aid/AED certification; must obtain within first 6 months on the job.
• Strong knowledge of and ability to operate automated building control systems (e.g., Honeywell EBI or Johnson Controls…