Northwestern University · 2 weeks ago
Maintenance Engineer A (Direct Digital Control Energy Systems)
Evanston, IL
Part-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$54.14/hr - $54.14/hr
5+ years expNorthwestern University is seeking a Maintenance Engineer A to manage and maintain the Energy Management System software and HVAC controls. The role involves software programming, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting HVAC systems, ensuring operational integrity and responsiveness to system irregularities.
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Hiring Manager
Eric Noll
Responsibilities
Creates, translates, debugs, and downloads software for the direct digital controllers of the pertinent energy management system
Maintains and repairs network for the Energy Management System and environmental alarms reporting to the Central Control System
Performs preventive maintenance and accurate calibration of the thousands of analog and digital controls and monitor points in the Energy Management System and at the Central Control Center
Performs system maintenance of HVAC equipment including air balancing, ensuring a safe and energy efficient operation
Installs, maintains, and troubleshoots primary flow meters, transmitters, switches, and processors used to monitor the amount of utility commodities including, but not limited to, central chilled water and steam systems
Maintains and repairs building related HVAC systems encompassing air-handling equipment, chillers, high and low-pressure steam and hot water systems
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School diploma, GED or equivalent combination of educational training and experience from which comparable skills can be acquired
Training and/or developmental experience equivalent to full certification in Energy Management Systems, with minimum of five years substantial work experience
Knowledge of the tools, instruments, methods and standard trade/safety practices
Must be proficient in Siemens controls and the various generations of controllers and must have knowledge of the Desigo front end migration
Must be experienced in BACnet with focus on system compatibility and communication from a variety of vendors
Knowledge of IT networking skills including Johnson Controls, Phoenix, and ALC system architecture and troubleshooting
Successfully uses multiple software programs independently. Software may include Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, webmail and Peoplesoft
Proficiency with mobile devices including iOS
Must be available and capable of responding to irregularities during evenings and weekends ensuring 24 hour, 7 day per week coverage
Receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement
Helpful, respectful, approachable and team oriented. Ability to build strong working relationships and a positive work environment
Seeks to build collaboration by encouraging trust, mutual respect and shared purpose
Balances listening and talking, speaks and writes clearly and accurately, keeps others informed
Integrates health and safety precautions into daily activities
Works effectively in an environment in which the parameters may change daily; adjusts behavior to meet the needs of different people and situations
Preferred
Degree in computer or IT sciences
Facilitates open and effective communication, cooperation and teamwork within and outside of one's own team
Plans, manages time well and arrives on time
Recommends improvements and opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce costs
Exceptional customer relationship skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships in a diverse environment
Analytical skills including critical thinking, decision making, trouble shooting and problem solving, reading and interpreting technical drawings
Achieves a standard of excellence with work processes and outcomes, honoring University and Department policies and all regulatory requirements
Benefits
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more!
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.
We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care.
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you’re interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources.
Company
Northwestern University
Northwestern University is a private research and teaching university that offers academic programs across various fields of study. It is a sub-organization of Northwestern Athletics.
5001-10000 employees
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Professor
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