Mechanical Engineer - Engineering & Services, Facilities and Services
University of Illinois

Mechanical Engineer - Engineering & Services, Facilities and Services

Engineering Services

Job Summary
Utilizing mechanical & plumbing design expertise, provide quality assurance Design Review services, including but not limited to reviewing conceptualizations, studies, plans, specifications, and construction submittals to confirm conformance with applicable codes and University Facilities Standards. Provide the analysis, development, and design of mechanically oriented projects for campus buildings. Technical opinions, reviews and documents to provide safe, reliable, comfortable, productive, sustainable, and cost-effective facilities to support the Mission of the University. Assist in the project scoping to assess the needs of projects. Provide support to other units.
Project Planning Assistance

Assist with project planning and program analysis phase for new construction and renovation projects to assist in the development of detailed technical scopes.

Project Design and Design Review

Provide troubleshooting expertise for existing HVAC,fire protection, and plumbing systems that are not functioning properly
to identify problems, determine appropriate resolution, and provide recommended corrective work in project program analysis format with clear definition of scope and probable costs.
Provide detailed design documents (drawings and specifications) for construction projects for remodeling, renovation, repair, replacement, or new work. This includes all necessary engineering analysis, design and layout of HVAC, fire protection, plumbing systems, development of control sequences, points lists, schematics, and associated building automation control systems integration.
Provide detailed engineering analysis of building HVAC loads. This may utilize Trane Trace700 or other suitable software.
Provide detailed review of projects designed by outside professional services consultants (PSC's)and in-house designers. Prepare written review comments for items not compliant with code or University Facilities Standards and for items not compatible, coordinated or acceptable for the proposed use.
Participate in formal or informal discussions related to review comments.
Provide technical review &opinion on variance approval request forms submitted on projects.
Provide assessments of existing buildings and grounds for condition, function, and compatibility with the Campus Master Plan.
Provide assessment / analysis of existing mechanical, plumbing, and fire suppression systems of campus buildings for mechanical/plumbing operations, capacity, functionality, compatibility with associated systems and use of spaces served.
Provide assessment of new technologies, equipment, and systems for mechanical &plumbing building elements and associated equipment in order to evaluate applicability and value to campus projects.
Prepare and present reports, programs or drawings to F&S management or staff as assigned.
Utilize software and information resources available to F&S . This includes Microsoft Office (Word,Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), AutoCAD, AiM, the my.fs.illinois.edu Portal, SharePoint, and internet offerings.

Construction and Warranty Support:

Provide review of HVAC construction submittals and testing verification as requested. Attend construction progress meetings as needed or by request.
Provide technical support and on-site inspections as requested for the Commissioning & Inspection Group. Assist Lead Inspector and occupant with technical issues during the warranty or post construction phase.

Continuing Education

Provide and/or attend training for professional development, technical topics, and team building.
Provide assessment of new technologies, equipment and systems to evaluate applicability to our project sand University Facilities Standards.
Maintain knowledge in current building codes, University Facilities Standards, State and Federal regulations, and restoration standards, energy codes needed to adequately meet the needs of the Engineering Services Department.

Support to Other Units and Campus Committees

Provide technical support to F&S Crafts and Trades for equipment selection, troubleshooting of building elements and system problems, development of preventive maintenance needs and answer technical questions.
Provide Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Suppression expertise in support of Capital Programs/Deferred Maintenance, Engineering Services, Construction Services, Utilities and Engineering Services, Building Maintenance &Grounds, and other F&S Departments as well as campus units.

Other Duties as assigned

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, faculty, staff, administration, professional consultants, and contractors.
Provide support in the collaboration, development, and maintenance of the University Facilities Standards. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Physical Demands

Standing : Occasionally

Walking : Occasionally

Stairs : Occasionally

Sitting : Occasionally

Lifting/Carrying : Rarely

Pushing/Pulling : Rarely

Reaching : Occasionally

Talking : Frequently

Hearing : Frequently

Working Conditions

Extreme cold : Rarely

Extreme heat : Rarely

Humidity : Rarely

Noise : Rarely

Temperature Changes : Rarely

Inclement Weather : Rarely

Heights : Rarely

Work Outdoors : Occasionally

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) : Rarely

Additional Physical Demands
1. Support the Mission, Vision, Values, and Guiding Principles of Facilities and Services.
2. Occasional field visits for projects in construction.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution.

2. Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois.

3. In-depth (five (5) years minimum) progressively responsible administrative experience in engineering design of HVAC.

Preferred Qualifications

1. CEM, CEFP, LEED or additional certification in engineering, energy or facility management.
2. Seven (7) or more years of extensive design experience with large HVAC Central Systems.
3. Three (3) or more years of design experience with Plumbing, and Fire Suppression Systems and building automation systems with increasing responsibility of project development and management.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of applicable building codes, standards, and regulations, including the International Building Code, International Mechanical Code, International Energy Conservation Code, and other applicable codes and standards.
• Thorough knowledge of air-side and complex energy recovery systems.
• Thorough knowledge of systems modeling and optimum system selection.
• Experience in energy modeling.
• Knowledge of laboratory HVAC design.
• Knowledge of laboratory gas design, laboratory piping and plumbing design, pneumatics, and fuel gas system design.
• Trouble shooting skills for performance of building systems.
• Knowledge of applicable higher education standards, including University Facilities Standards.
• Knowledge of building systems, including architectural, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression, and building automation and control systems.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 04/17/2024. Salary is $90,000.00 to $105,000.00 commensurate with experience.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on 04/17/2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Ken McCray at klmccray@illnois.edu or 217-300-6211. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .

Requisition ID: 1023366
Job Category: Technical
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu

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