Lead Engineer (DOT)

About Us When military bases, national security agencies, federal buildings, healthcare facilities, and leading commercial clients in Washington D.C and across the nation need superior facility support services, we answer the call. We offer a unique combination of government experience and facilities expertise that has helped us earn a position as one of the countryu2019s leading integrated service providers. Job Summary EMCOR Government Services has an opportunity for a Lead Engineer in Washington, DC. The Lead Engineer provides operations and maintenance support for the Department of Transportation in Washington, D.C. The position is covered by the CBA for Local 99. The scheduled hours are: Sunday - Thursday 7:00am - 3:00pm #EGS #LI-NS1 Essential Duties & Responsibilities u2022 Directly reports to Sr. Chief Operating Engineer/Chief Operating Engineer and NARA I Operations Manager, as required. u2022 Directs work to subordinate Local 99 lead operating engineers and other trades and/or other shops/unions/subcontractors. u2022 Receives, schedules/assigns, monitors, and reports service calls and maintenance. u2022 Provides assistance and technical support of operations and maintenance. u2022 Performs asset/equipment inspections, recommends improvements per industry standards, develops project estimates for IDIQ work. u2022 Oversees critical equipment, including but not limited to central plants. u2022 Be available and flexible to respond on-site for 24/7/365 critical operations. u2022 Performing duties associated with the operation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration and air-conditioning and heating equipment. u2022 Adjusting and minor repairs to mechanical and electrical equipment and component parts of heating and air-conditioning systems and auxiliary support equipment. u2022 Making physical inspections of work performed, equipment and testing of equipment for correct operation of all components of the refrigeration cycle and other relevant factors contributing to the proper and efficient operation of systems, boilers, chillers, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, etc. u2022 Answering occupantsu2019 complaints relating to Trades and Central Plant and reports information to management. u2022 Providing technical support in the efficient and safe operation and maintenance of all mechanical equipment, reports recommendations and work accomplished to management. u2022 Develops procedures/checklists, trains, and enforces standards, as required. u2022 Proposing operational changes to improve efficient use of the facilities equipment. u2022 Sends management detailed reports related to all operations and maintenance. u2022 Presents/briefs status on maintenance, repair, and IDIQ on-going and scheduled. u2022 All other duties as assigned. Qualifications u2022 Valid DC 3rd Engineer License u2022 8 years of experience preferred u2022 Be proficient and knowledgeable in HVAC systems u2022 Be able to perform preventive maintenance on all operational and mechanical equipment. u2022 Be knowledgeable of operating related electrical equipment and machinery. u2022 Demonstrate the ability to read and understand Blueprints, schematics, and specifications. u2022 Be able to demonstrate practical knowledge of Chiller Plant Operations. u2022 Be able to demonstrate practical knowledge of Boiler Operations u2022 Be able to demonstrate practical knowledge of Building Air Systems. u2022 Must be willing to work shift work. Physical Demands u2022 Heavy physical effort (lift/carry up to 50 lbs / push up to 100 lbs) u2022 Prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking. u2022 Push/pull or move/lift equipment, supplies. u2022 Manual dexterity and mobility. u2022 Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. Equal Opportunity Employer As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Affirmative Action Policy Please review ourAffirmative Action Policy (. Notice to Prospective Employees Notice to prospective employees: There have been fraudulent postings and emails regarding job openings. EMCOR Group and its companieslist open positions here (. Please check our available positions to confirm that a post or email is genuine. EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCORu2019s normal application process u2013 it is probably fraudulent. Geographic Disclosure Compensation: $58.67 per hour Other Compensation: NA Benefits: Health and Welfare Benefits consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement Email a Friend Email a Friend Job Locations _US-DC_ ID _2026-49049_ Company _EMCOR Government Services, Inc._ Category _Maintenance_ Position Type _Full-Time_ Location Type _Onsite_ Posted Date _3 days ago_ _(4/2/2026 8:46 AM)_

Created: 2026-04-06