Job Posting
FSi consulting engineers
Mechanical Project Engineer

FSi consulting engineers is growing, and looking for an experienced mechanical engineer ready to join a firm where you can make a difference.  At FSi, you will be part of a team that that focuses on the growth and development of your personal and technical skills for you to advance your career.  FSi’s culture is one of camaraderie and communication.  You won’t be overlooked or unappreciated at FSi.
In our 25 year history, we have worked on many unique projects, several of which have won Design Excellence awards and achieved LEED Gold or Platinum ratings.  We manage the design team on the majority of our projects, giving you the opportunity to use and grow your project management ability.  Our projects range from Boeing Aircraft Paint Facilities to a LEED Gold City Hall. Our clients include many public agencies and major companies in the Pacific Northwest.  Our work is unique, not a cookie cutter design of past designs.
Situated in Seattle’s Pioneer Square area, FSi offers a generous package of health insurance, flexible working hours, 401k, subsidized public transportation and other benefits.  Please see www.fsi-engineers.com for more about the company.
Duties include:
• HVAC and Plumbing engineering
• Sustainable design
• BIM design
• Design related client communication
• Design task management for projects
• Meeting and exceeding client expectations
• Mentor less experienced engineers
• Work with Principals on staffing, scope, and schedule issues
• Networking and developing business opportunities
Qualifications/Requirements:
• 6-12 years of experience designing building HVAC and plumbing systems
• BSME or equal
• PE and LEED AP preferred
• Demonstrated success managing design teams and client relationships
• Commitment to beating client expectations
• Experience in providing investigation and construction period services
• Willingness/ability to communicate - both speaking and listening
• Willingness/ability to give and receive feedback
• Pacific Northwest experience preferred
• BIM experience is a plus
• Desire to create sustainable solutions and energy-conserving designs
Please respond with e-mail and applicable resume to newhire3@fsi-engineers.com

ASHRAE Fellowship Program:

ASHRAE is sponsoring a 12- to 18-month fellowship program with placement at the Department of Energy in the Office of Building Technologies, Building Energy Codes Program. This fellowship provides the traditional ASHRAE Member with exposure to the area of public policy. This assignment will enable a selected ASHRAE member to assist DOE in one of the following code deployment activities:

1.     Code Compliance;
2.     Residential Duct Test Training;
3.     Assessment of the Impact of Updating State Energy Codes; or
4.     Advanced Energy Code Training.

Federal government fellowships provide a valuable public service to the nation while, at the same time, providing engineers and scientists with a unique opportunity to participate directly in the policy-making process. This is an exciting, rewarding, and educational period in their professional careers. This enriching experience enables ASHRAE/DOE Fellows to bring back to their employers an insider's perspective on government decision-making that can contribute significantly to the mission and vision of the organization.

A couple of additional points to note:

•        The fellowship requires living in or around Washington, DC for a period of 12 months, with the possibility of an extension for a second year.
•        The fellowship will require reporting to DOE offices on a daily basis (i.e., a 40-hour work week).
•        The individual selected must be a U.S. citizen.
•        A stipend of $74,872 gross (i.e., before taxes, etc.) will be provided by DOE.
•        Health insurance reimbursement will be provided by DOE up to $500 per month, with any monthly costs over that being paid for by the fellow.
•        Ideal candidates will have a technical background, with 3-10 years experience in the building industry, as this is an early career development opportunity.
•        The fellowship can begin as soon as a suitable candidate is selected by DOE.

If you know of any members in your regions and/or chapters who might be a good fit for this opportunity, please have them contact Doug Read, our Director of Government Affairs, at their earliest convenience.

Thanks for your attention - and we look forward to interest from your members to play an integral role in growing the relationship between DOE and ASHRAE.

Regards,
Mark Wills

JOB POSTING

OPENING - Mechanical Engineer HVAC

Positions: Full Time & Contract

Locations: Bellingham, WA

Salary: Commensurate with abilities and experience.

Qualifications:

·         B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (HVAC and fire protection)

·         Experience in the petrochemical industry with a strong background in Oil and Gas Production and Refining.

·         Professional Engineering license preferred but not required.

·         Experience required in design, specification, application, and modification of industrial HVAC and fire protection systems.

·         Strong technical proficiency in HVAC and fire protection, and demonstrated ability to perform necessary system analysis and calculations

·         Experience also required in:

-        P&ID and mechanical flow diagram development and review

-        HVAC and fire water system testing

-        Area classifications and hazardous location equipment

-        Equipment drawing review and approval.

·         Excellent working knowledge of ASHRAE, NFPA, ASME piping codes and API standards.

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·         Emphasis on quality and attention to detail.

·         Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

·         Ability to work well in a team environment with mechanical designers

·         Strong computer skills - Microsoft Applications (Word/Excel) and engineering software programs.

·         Capable of some travel and remote site assignments.

Please Contact:

Chad Lillie

406-534-1507

chad@energyjobsolutions.com

Contact: Jodi Scott

Public Relations

678-539-1140

jscott@ashrae.org

Guidance on Variable Refrigerant Flow Systems Included in New ASHRAE Handbook

ATLANTA – New guidance on variable refrigerant flow is featured in ASHRAE’s new 2012 Handbook volume.

The 2012 ASHRAE Handbook – HVAC Systems and Equipment discusses systems and the equipment that comprises them, including features and differences. It is designed to help system designers and building operators select and use equipment. It contains 52 chapters.

Chapter 18, Variable-Refrigerant-Flow (VRF) Systems, describes these systems, their components and applicable standards in detail, and includes a system design example and important guidance on costs, controls and safety. In previous volumes, variable refrigerant flow was covered in the unitary products section.

“This new chapter covers the A to Z of variable refrigerant flow – from application of VRF to understanding how VRF works and from analyzing a building load in terms of VRF to zoning with VRF,” Paul Doppel, chair of ASHRAE’s technical committee on variable refrigerant flow that wrote the chapter, said. “The chapter offers an excellent overview of VRF technology, including discussion about 2-pipe and 3-pipe system performance during heating operations.”

The chapter also includes a section that lays out a process for designing with VRF including a load analysis, as well as discussions regarding system expansion and designing systems to meet ASHRAE standard requirements.

“Since VRF systems can connect more than 100 percent nominal capacity of indoor units (up to 150 percent in some cases), the chapter also addresses shows how VRF can be used to satisfy changing building conditions with smaller capacity systems by using building diversity and multiple indoor units,” Doppel said.

Other highlights in the 2012 volume:

•       Chapter 12, District Heating and Cooling, has an extensive new section on economic comparisons, plus several new detailed examples.

•       Chapter 17, Ultraviolet Lamp Systems, has new results from ASHRAE research project RP-1509 on degradation of materials irradiated by UVC energy.

•       Chapter 19, Duct Construction, has a rewritten section on duct leakage, and new information on air dispersion systems and factory-built grease duct systems.

•       Chapter 21, Fans, has added descriptions of types of fans and their applications; many upgraded figures; vibration categories, grades and limits; and a complete rewrite and update for the controls section.

•       Chapter 51, Thermal Storage, has new content on unitary thermal storage systems (UTSSs), two new detailed sizing examples, several new figures, and extensive new guidance on equipment selection and operation.

The cost of the 2012 ASHRAE Handbook – HVAC Systems and Equipment, print edition (either I-P or SI and includes a CD of all content in both I-P and SI units) is $199. The 2012 volume also is available in CD format for $179.

To order, contact ASHRAE Customer Service at 1-800-527-4723 (United States and Canada) or 404-636-8400 (worldwide) or visit at www.ashrae.org/bookstore.

ASHRAE, founded in 1894, is a building technology society with more than 50,000 members worldwide. The Society and its members focus on building systems, energy efficiency, indoor air quality, refrigeration and sustainability within the industry. Through research, standards writing, publishing and continuing education, ASHRAE shapes tomorrow’s built environment today.

Highlight of the Week    Beyond the Green Dream Facing the Reality of Green Building Compliance The growing conversation about sustainability has inspired designers and policymakers to dream of a green future. Today, that discussion has become reality. What do you need to know to ensure your green buildings comply with not only existing standards, but ever-advancing technology and policy requirements? Join us as we navigate the maze of green bureaucracy from the latest local and federal policy developments to sustainable contracts and materials through panel discussions and case studies. This program will be your "how-to" guide on the brass tacks of what designers, builders, owners, engineers need to know to get green done. June 12, 2012 8am-5:30pm The Mountaineers Program Center 7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115 Free parking, (Metro #30, 74, 75) 8 CEH / 8 HSW / 8 SD Speakers (to date) include: Josh Chaitin, Senior Vice President, The Fearey Group Ric Cochrane, Project Manager, Preservation Green Lab National Trust for Historic Preservation Joe David, Project Associate, Point32 David Eckberg, Attorney, Principal, Skellenger Bender Bradley Khouri AIA, Principal, b9 Architects Donald Horn AIA, Deputy Director, Office of Federal High-Performance Green Buildings Mark Huppert, Technical Director, Preservation GreenLab Duane Jonlin AIA, Energy Code and Energy Conservation Advisor, Seattle Department of Planning and Development Vincent Martinez, Director of Research, Architecture 2030 Susan McNabb AIA, Architect, Graham Baba Architects Brandon Morgan, Development Manager, Vulcan Inc Stan Price, Principal, Putnam Price  Register online.

JOB POSTING – Notkin Mechanical Engineers

HVAC PROJECT ENGINEERS

Notkin Mechanical Engineers is an award-winning consulting mechanical design firm located in Seattle. Quality, systems reliability, and innovation are the trademarks of Notkin's leadership in mechanical design for over 60 years. Known for successful mechanical design of complex projects with challenging requirements, the firm is increasing staff to support federal, healthcare, and higher education work.

We are looking for licensed engineers who enjoy working on interesting and technically challenging projects to join our team.

We offer a competitive salary, an excellent benefit package, collaborative and supportive work environment, and the opportunity to work with people who celebrate the art and science of engineering, and are committed to their client’s success.

HVAC PROJECT ENGINEERS

Qualifications:

• PE License
• BSME or BSAE
• 6 or more years of recent hands-on experience in the design and selection of mechanical equipment
• Good communication skills
• Proficient computer skills, experience with Revit a plus

Responsibilities:

• Design HVAC systems, including building controls
• Perform load calculations, equipment selection and sizing
• Conduct energy analyses
• Perform fieldwork
• Prepare specifications and reports
• Consult with owners, architects, other disciplines, manufacturers and contractors from schematic design through construction
• Respond to RFIs and submittals
• Attend client meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Send your resume, cover letter and complete contact information for references to jobs@notkin.com.

Visit our web site at www.notkin.com.

Notkin is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other protected class in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

Seattle Energy Code e-mail list,

After over 30 years working on Energy Codes, I’m retiring from the City of Seattle.  Next Tuesday, 22 May 2012, will be my last day working for DPD.

Here are contacts at the Seattle Department of Planning and Development (DPD):

-          For Energy Code questions, please contact Shailesh Desai at shailesh.desai@seattle.gov 206-233-7860.

-          For future Energy Code development, please contact Duane Jonlin at duane.jonlin@seattle.gov 206-233-2781.

Duane Jonlin is busy now on the 2012 Washington State Energy Code (WSEC).  The 2012 WSEC is being developed with the 2012 IECC as a base (incorporating existing 2009 WSEC requirements where they have greater energy savings).  The likely schedule is for a public review draft to be released in August 2012, public hearings in September 2012, final adoption in November 2012, and effective in July 2013.

The 2012 Seattle Energy Code process is expected to start later this year.