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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign · 6 hours ago

Mechanical Engineer - Engineering & Services, Facilities & Services

Urbana, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $115K/yr

5+ years exp

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to utilize their mechanical and plumbing design expertise for campus building projects. The role involves design, development, analysis, and management of mechanically oriented projects to ensure safe and sustainable facilities that support the university's mission.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

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

Provide analysis of existing mechanical systems of campus buildings for condition assessment, operating capacity, functionality, compatibility with associated systems and use of spaces served under the supervision of licensed professional engineer

Establish, update, and meet project schedules. Note significant milestones and deadlines, potential construction conflicts, sequencing and phasing concerns and building/site accessibility. Estimate hours and duration required for tasks of self, technicians, and others involved in development of design, construction administration and project close-out

Manage work assignments, establish project priorities, and resolve design issues

Confer with Management Architects, Management Engineers, and Associate Director regarding resource needs and schedules

Develop weekly forecast of planned work and provide periodic project status reports

Update the design teammates and client routinely and upon changes in scope, schedule, budget, or status

Compare and incorporate results of previous projects and develop schedule and resource allocations required to meet needs of project and client

Provide analysis of existing HVAC, Fire Protection and Plumbing systems of campus buildings for condition assessment, operating capacity, functionality, compatibility with associated systems and use of spaces served

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

Prepare and present reports, programs, displays, or drawings to management or staff as assigned

Provide detailed engineering analysis of Building HVAC Load and System Simulations using Trane Trace700, Carrier HAP, 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. . May participate in formal or informal discussions concerning these comments

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

Upon request, provide technical review & opinion on variance approval request forms submitted on projects

Utilize software and information resources available to the F&S Division. This includes the Microsoft Office (Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), AutoCAD, Bluebeam, AiM, the my.fs.illinois.edu Portal, SharePoint, and internet offerings

Provide review of HVAC construction submittals and testing verification on in-house designed projects and other projects 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 in-house designed projects during the warranty or post construction phase

Provide and/or attend training for professional development, technical topics, and team-building

Provide assessment of new technologies, equipment and systems for related HVAC, Fire Protection and Plumbing equipment to evaluate applicability to our projects and UIUC Facilities Standards

Prepare and present training sessions for staff for various topics as assigned

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

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 technical support to Commissioning and Inspection group including shop drawing review, contract document interpretations, codes and standards interpretations, testing procedures and start-up

Provide technical engineering consultation to other Facilities & Services units and campus units

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

Assist Capital Programs Planners and/or Project Managers in the preparation of project descriptions, preliminary budget and applicable scope of professional services required for each project as requested. Evaluate types of Feasibility Studies required to appropriately meet institutional requirements

Participate in the process for the selection of Professional Services Consultants, as assigned

Participate in focus groups, F&S and campus committees, and initiatives 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

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringHVAC DesignPlumbing SystemsFire Protection SystemsBuilding AutomationAutoCADEnergy ModelingMicrosoft OfficeTechnical WritingTroubleshooting SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationProject Management

Required

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

Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois

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

Demonstrated knowledge & experience of building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and/or building automation and/or control systems

Preferred

Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution

Seven (7) or more years of extensive design experience with large HVAC Central Systems

Four (4) or more years of design experience with Plumbing, and Fire Suppression Systems and building automation systems with increasing responsibility of project development and management

CEM, CEFP, LEED or additional certification in engineering, energy or facility management

Experience using mechanical and plumbing equipment selection software

Experience in Siemens and Schneider Electric I/A Building Automation Control Systems

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

Knowledge of applicable higher education standards, including University Facilities Standards

Solid trouble shooting skills for performance of building systems

Knowledge of building systems, including architectural, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression, and building automation and control systems

Thorough knowledge of CEM, CEFP, LEED, or additional certification programs in engineering, energy, or facility management

Moderate working skills with AutoCAD

Solid knowledge and Microsoft Office and Adobe products

Solid verbal and written communication skills

Solid technical writing ability

Benefits

Very competitive benefits portfolio

Company

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is dedicated to building upon its tradition of excellence in education, research, public engagement and economic development.

Founded in 1915

Champaign, IL, US

10001+ employees

http://illinois.edu

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