Senior HVAC Engineer with Strong Plumbing Background Required

Senior Engineer / HVAC Technician (Strong Plumbing Background Required)

Location: Memphis, TN
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Facilities / Mechanical / Government Contract Support

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Engineer / HVAC Technician with significant commercial plumbing experience to support a federal facility in Memphis, TN.
While the contract requires an HVAC Technician, the day-to-day work will involve heavy plumbing responsibilities—making this an ideal role for a seasoned plumber with HVAC credentials.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on, highly skilled technician who can independently troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex mechanical systems in a mission-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities

HVAC Duties

• Install, maintain, and repair commercial HVAC systems including RTUs, AHUs, chillers, boilers, heat pumps, and cooling towers.
• Perform system diagnostics, refrigerant management, airflow testing, and optimization.
• Inspect and repair ductwork, dampers, motors, and controls.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on all HVAC equipment and maintain EPA-compliant records.
• Support building automation and energy management systems.

Plumbing Duties (Primary Need)

• Install, repair, and maintain plumbing systems including potable water, sewer, hydronic, and steam systems.
• Perform advanced pipefitting, brazing, soldering, and mechanical joint work.
• Diagnose leaks, pressure failures, drain issues, and equipment malfunctions.
• Install/maintain pumps, water heaters, valves, regulators, and fixtures.
• Work with large-diameter piping, backflow devices, and commercial-grade plumbing equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal plumbing codes.

General Facility Engineering

• Respond to service requests, emergencies, and system outages.
• Maintain accurate documentation and work orders via CMMS.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams on upgrades and projects.
• Follow all safety procedures including LOTO, confined space, and hazard reporting.

Qualifications

Required

• 7+ years of combined HVAC and plumbing experience in commercial/industrial environments.
• EPA 608 Universal Certification.
• Ability to read blueprints, technical schematics, and engineering documents.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across HVAC, plumbing, pumps, and mechanical systems.
• Valid driver’s license and eligibility to work in a federal facility.

Preferred

• Journeyman or Master Plumber license (highly preferred).
• HVAC Journeyman/Master License or equivalent technical training.
• Backflow Prevention Certification (ASSE 5110 or equivalent).
• Experience in federal, industrial, or secure-site operations.
• Welding, pipefitting, or mechanical certification(s).

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, retirement)
• Paid time off & holidays
• Professional development and certification support
• Stable, long-term federal contract environment
• Opportunities for growth into senior engineering or supervisory roles