Position LocationThis position is located onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD.
Job OverviewUnder the direction of the Deputy Operations Manager, the Generator Engineering Technician acts as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Generator related issues. The Generator Engineer will provide technical support, reports, and oversight as needed. The Generator Engineer will coordinate all the maintenance program for the Generators and associated parts. The Generator Engineer will be responsible for implementing training programs related to the Generator Field.
Pay Rate: 47.24 ResponsibilitiesEssential Job Duties:- Incumbent most be knowledgeable of all aspects of the Generator field. Knowledge should include, but not limited to, Engines, Alternators, Controls, Meters, Fuel Systems, and Fuel Storage.
- Incumbent most have an excellent knowledge of the Electrical Code and the National Fire Protection Code as it pertains to Generators
- Incumbent will be responsible for ensuring the Contractual requirements are adhered to for the 3rd Party Generator Maintenance Program. The incumbent will coordinate the Maintenance Program with the Certified Vendor, co-workers, and the Customer. The incumbent will be responsible for all outage documentations.
- The incumbent will act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Generator Technical Task Orders (TTO). Incumbent will ensure the TTO deliverables were met. The incumbent will notify the Service Order Department of any issues. May be required to attend pre-bid walkouts for Generator TTOs.
- Incumbent must have the ability to train, teach, and mentor field technicians. The incumbent most have excellent communication skills.
- Assist in planning and design work for multi-phase maintenance, predictive and preventative maintenance projects for a variety of real property facilities, including utility systems, utilizing a professional knowledge of electrical engineering. Maintains current electrical engineering data for assigned projects.
- Serves as a Generator Engineering Consultant on all generator design aspects of assigned projects. With limited guidance, provides professional consultation on generator engineering issues and problems. Provides advice to requesting organizations. Interfaces with contractors and contracting officers to resolve unforeseen problems.
- Implement a generator field training program. Training program should be designed to address the current needs of the Contract. The incumbent will be responsible for providing on the job training to all generator technicians on a reoccurring basis. The incumbent will be involved in root cause analysis and provide additional training as warranted.
- SME for Generator Interviews. Will advise the hiring manager of best qualified applicants.
- With limited guidance, coordinates the preparation of and reviews statements of work (SOW). Provides standards and criteria for specialized, difficult, or unusual project requirements.
- Serves on Engineer boards and acts as the technical representative at Engineer meetings. May act as a technical expert for the Project Management on dispute claims resolution for contract work.
- Coordinates projects with engineers in other disciplines. Applies knowledge of other disciplines to determine coordination effort required to address various design considerations.
- Keeps abreast of emerging technologies for programmed development. Uses computers/computer software such as information management programs, computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) programs, and project tracking programs to solve engineering problems and facilitate work. Keeps current on relevant software applications.
- Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment. Observes that federal, state, and local codes concerning health, safety, and environment are strictly adhered to in the programming, design, and construction of real property facilities.
- Assist with creating generator design packages for construction and modification packages for project change orders.
- Assist with creating and editing design specifications.
- May occasionally be required to operate Government or CFS-owned motor vehicles and/or other equipment.
- Will be required to perform various lower classified duties such as (but not limited to) file maintenance, workspace cleanup, maintain warehouse space and telephone answering as required.
- Supports other department staff as needed or directed.
- Assists other trade groups in daily operations where required.
- Ability to work overtime as needed
- Adheres to the established WCFS safety and personnel policies and standard operating procedures.
Job RequirementsMandatory:- Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited, 4 year university or ten (10) year experience in the Generator and maintenance trade. Incumbent should have Factory Training on either Alban or Cummins Generator Systems.
- Professional knowledge of Generator engineering concepts, principles, and practices, and familiarity with other engineering disciplines and architecture.
- Knowledge of the goals of the preventative maintenance programs and factory recommendations/specifications.
- Knowledge of engineering and construction standards, methods, practices, and techniques, materials, and equipment to ensure work is in compliance with regulations and standards.
- Knowledge of standard contracting regulations, practices, and procedures.
- Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations, and/or technical orders.
- Knowledge of program planning and budgeting cycles, financial control and budget systems, and management.
- Knowledge of local, state and federal environmental principles, practices, procedures, and regulations.
- Knowledge of work classifications and the regulatory and statutory restrictions on the expenditures of appropriated and non-appropriated funds.
- Ability to plan, conduct, and record site/facility surveys and inspections.
- Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures to a variety of situations and to recommend timely and economical solutions.
- Ability to plan and organize work and coordinate with other engineering disciplines and architects.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and maintain good working relations.
- S. Citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain the required intelligence community level clearance.
Preferred:- Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification or a valid professional engineering license from one of the 50 states.
- Familiar with procedures, programs, methods, regulations, and resources
- Membership in professional engineering organization.
- Bachelor Degree in Engineering or related field
- Factory training in large power generation, up to and including 15KV systems
- Proficient with procedures, programs, methods, regulations, and resources.
- Factory certified training in digital logic and generator controls
- Extensive knowledge of automatic switchgear operation
- Extensive knowledge of internal combustion engines (diesel)
- Extensive knowledge in troubleshooting control circuits and electronics
- Microsoft Project experience
- Maintains the required intelligence community level clearance.
Working Conditions:- Must be able to work outdoors.
- Ability to work in low lit areas for long periods of time
Physical Requirements:- Must be able to stoop, bend or squat
