Mechanical Engineer (Engineer IV)

Mechanical Engineer (Engineer IV)

Salary

$88,765.46 - $155,339.60 Annually

Location

HERRITY BUILDING (B-2), 12055 GOVERNMENT CENTER PKWY, FAIRFAX (EJ26), VA

Job Type

FT Salary W BN

Job Number

26-01444

Department

Park Authority

Opening Date

09/26/2026

Closing Date

10/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Pay Grade

S29

Posting Type

Open to General Public

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Job Announcement

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus*

Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (Engineer IV) to be a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country. With more than 25,000 acres of parkland, nine Recenters, eight golf courses, three lakefront parks, and more, FCPA is an exciting organization to be a part of and there are many opportunities for staff to make a difference at every level.

Under the general direction of the branch manager, this position is the licensed professional mechanical engineer for the Park Operations Division and will cover all Facilities within the Park Authority. This position is expected to perform/process work assignments and coordinate all phases of Park Authority Facilities HVAC, Building Automation Systems (BAS) from the initial design phase, system management, system/equipment diagnostics, system integrations, daily operations, training of staff on normal operations in all Park Authority owned properties. Other duties include:

• Review mechanical, design, and construction plans from county agencies, private developers, utilities, and internal divisions to assess impacts on Park Authority buildings and facilities.
• Conduct engineering evaluations focused on HVAC and Building Automation Systems (BAS), providing expert guidance and technical leadership on all HVAC related issues.
• Represent the Park Authority in multi-agency meetings, negotiations, and field inspections, serving as the primary technical and land use coordinator.
• Analyze complex engineering and regulatory issues, prepare formal comments, and negotiate solutions that balance competing standards and minimize impacts to park operations.
• Oversee design and construction coordination with engineers, contractors, and consultants, including site evaluations, cost estimate reviews, inspections, and project oversight.
• Prepare technical documents, reports, SOPs, and board materials; support legal document review; compile research and data; and contribute to public facing information and internal decision making.

Work schedules may vary, and occasional weekend, evening, and holiday work may be required. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the position. This position is also designated as Emergency Services Personnel for the Park Authority.

• A $5,000 signing bonus is available to new county employees hired in the Engineer IV position.

Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

Depending on the functional area of assignment:

• Secures all reviewing/permitting agencies' approvals and permits as required in a timely manner;
• Administers design or construction contracts of large and complex projects;
• Performs advanced specialized engineering in the preparation and review of Hydrologic and Hydraulic engineering studies as required to achieve certification of the State regulated dams maintained;
• Applies advanced engineering and scientific techniques in evaluating complex solutions;
• Negotiates or oversees the negotiation of contracts for the full range of engineering/architectural, environmental and construction services;
• Coordinates County facility design or construction work with various architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants; supervises work performed under contract and maintains professional control of projects to completion;
• Estimates staffing, budget, schedules, and resources needed to meet completion dates;
• Supervises subordinate staff of engineers and/or technicians working multiple smaller projects, utilizing either internal staff or external consultants or contractors;
• Reviews and approves (or rejects with explanation) shop drawings and third party quality control inspection reports submitted pursuant to "Special Inspections Requirements" under the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and the Fairfax County Special Inspections Program;
• Reviews the work of other engineers for complex permit applications, environmental analysis, design, or construction of Capital Projects;
• Reviews and approves plans in accordance with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code;
• Conducts field inspections of commercial construction projects to verify compliance with associated building code requirements of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code;
• Conducts preliminary meetings with design professionals to discuss code issues related to complex projects;
• Proposes and prepares revisions to technical design standards and ordinances;
• Prepares and presents detailed reports, studies, and complex technical material to diverse groups of stakeholders to gain support and consensus;
• Prepares and presents reports to political boards and commissions at public hearings;
• Attends project and administrative meetings and conferences, and makes recommendations concerning budget issues;
• Serves as a technical advisor in specialty area;
• Signs off on the work of others that are supervised and signs off on own work as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

Depending on the functional area of assignment:

• Considerable knowledge of the principles, theory, and practice of civil, architectural, and environmental engineering or urban planning;
• Considerable knowledge of computer applications and software (such as CAD) associated with the preparation of plans and engineering computations;
• Considerable knowledge of common methods and equipment used in engineering construction and of inspection methods used in reviewing such work;
• Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques relating to construction project management and contract administration;
• Considerable knowledge of Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and the codes and ordinances which apply to building construction in Fairfax County;
• Considerable knowledge of real property descriptions;
• Considerable knowledge of environmental testing methods;
• Ability to review construction documents, designs and proposals for costs, design requirements and compatibility with County standards, guides and operational needs;
• Ability to prepare reports, specifications, and contract documents, studies, and technical analysis and present findings in clear and concise format;
• Ability to coordinate long-term, complex project plans;
• Ability to plan, coordinate and oversee the work of team(s), subordinates, and diverse professional and sub-professional engineering staff;
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with the public, senior County staff, and the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:

(Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")

Graduation from a four-year college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technologies with a bachelors degree in the appropriate engineering or architectural field; plus, four years of progressively responsible professional experience in the appropriate engineering or architectural field. Possession of a valid Virginia Professional Engineer or Architect license is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 Plus years' experience as a lead mechanical P.E. responsible for design and sealing of commercial building mechanical and plumbing system projects.
• 3 years of experience as a lead mechanical P.E. with design of commercial building automation systems managing commercial building HVAC systems and operations and the design and construction of critical building mechanical and plumbing design and construction projects.
• Experience for designing and construction of life cycle mechanical systems and component replacement in occupied mission critical commercial buildings.
• Strong background in energy management informing, validating, and optimizing commercial building mechanical, automation and plumbing systems design and operation.
• Experience managing project design contracts.
• Strong contract management skills.
• Strong staff management skills.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• Drivers License (Required)
• Professional Engineer - PE (VA) (Required)

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

The appointee to the position will be required to complete a criminal background check and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to walk, negotiate or traverse property sites that may be undergoing construction or having terrain that is not level.All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Panel interview; may include exercise.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314.DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.govEEO/AA/TTY.

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Merit Positions

Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• LiveWell Program
• Flexible Spending Programs
• Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!)
• Paid Holidays
• Contributory Retirement Plan
• Deferred Compensation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employees Child Care Center
• Continuous Learning Opportunities

Please click here for a summary of our benefits.

NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program: Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid

For additional details please visit the Countys benefits webpage.

Non-Merit Positions

• Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage

• Flexible Spending Program

• Deferred Compensation

• Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.

• No benefits

01

What is the highest level of education that you have completed?

• Less than 12th grade
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Doctorate degree

02

If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.

• Less than 45 quarter hours
• 45 to less than 90 quarter hours
• 90 to less than 135 quarter hours
• 135 to less than 180 quarter hours
• 180 or more quarter hours
• Less than 30 semester hours
• 30 to less than 60 semester hours
• 60 to less than 90 semester hours
• 90 to less than 120 semester hours
• 120 or more semester hours
• Not applicable

03

Please indicate the major(s) or minor(s) for your completed degree(s). Check all that apply.

• Engineering
• Architecture
• Landscape architecture
• Environmental or life sciences
• Construction management
• Other (related field)
• Other (non-related field)
• Not applicable

04

If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list all of your majors and minors. If this question does not pertain to you, or you do not have a degree, enter "Not applicable".

05

Did you attend a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technologies?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you currently possess a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

07

Which of the following types of licenses do you possess? Check all that apply.

• Professional Engineer (PE) in Virginia
• Registered Architect (RA) in Virginia
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) in another state.
• None of the above

08

If you possess a valid Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) license, please list your license number, the expiration date, and the state in which you are licensed. If this is not applicable to you, enter "Not applicable."

09

How many years of full-time equivalent progressively responsible professional experience in the appropriate engineering or architectural field do you possess?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six to less than seven years
• Seven to less than eight years
• Eight or more years

10

How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have as the lead Mechanical P.E. directly responsible and accountable for the design and sealing of commercial building mechanical and plumbing systems projects?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five or more years

11

How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have as the lead Mechanical P.E. directly responsible and accountable for the design of commercial building, Building Automation Systems (systems managing commercial building HVAC systems and operations)?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five or more years

12

How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have as a Mechanical P.E. as the lead designer in the design, and construction of mission critical building mechanical and plumbing system design and construction projects?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five or more years

13

How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have as the lead Professional Mechanical P.E. directly responsible for the designing and construction of life cycle mechanical systems and component replacement in occupied mission critical commercial buildings?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five or more years

14

Please indicate the largest value of single project design contracts you are directly responsible for managing.

• Less than $500,000
• $500,000 to less than $1,000,000
• $1,000,000 to less than $5,000,000
• $5,000,000 to less than $10,000,000
• None of the above

15

This position is considered Essential Personnel and is essential for the continuity of operations. It may require working nights, weekends, holidays, and during inclement weather and/or emergencies. Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

16

Are you able to perform the physical requirement for this position with or without reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Fairfax County

Address 12000 Government Center Pkwy. Suite 270

Fairfax, Virginia, 22035

Phone 703-324-3311

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/fairfaxcounty/default.cfm