Caltech · 2 days ago
Director of Infrastructure and Utilities
Pasadena, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$138K/yr - $193K/yr
7+ years expCaltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. The Director of Infrastructure and Utilities will oversee operational management of campus utilities and lead a technical team to ensure efficient utility operations and infrastructure planning.
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Responsibilities
Provide 24/7 operational oversight for Caltech’s Central Plant and all major campus utilities, including chilled water, steam, power generation, and deionized water systems
Manage campus and plant automation teams; oversee the Building Management System (BMS), controls infrastructure, and metering distribution
Supervise key functional roles including the Campus Facilities Electrical Engineer and Energy Manager
Guide the strategic development and performance of the Caltech BMS and analytics tools
Oversee all campus power systems, engineering, and utility infrastructure planning
Manage utility information and data in the Institute’s ArcGIS tools to ensure alignment with the Integrated Workplace Management System (IWMS)
Execute utility and energy master planning initiatives aligned with departmental goals and planning priorities
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 7 years of experience overseeing central plant and campus utility operations
Minimum of 7 years of leadership experience in facilities operations, engineering, or utility infrastructure environments
Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience with Building Management Systems (BMS), controls, and automation software
Minimum of 7 years of experience with asset management practices, including lifecycle and efficiency development
Experience with ArcGIS tools for utility mapping, planning, and shutdown coordination
Proven success leading and developing technical and skilled trades teams in Facilities, Engineering, and Facilities Information System environments
Resume
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field)
Experience leading technical teams in a complex academic, research, or industrial environment
Experience with Tridium, SkySpark, or similar building automation and data analytics tools
Experience implementing GIS-based tools for utility management, shutdown coordination, and infrastructure management
Hands-on experience with Integrated Workplace Management Systems and knowledge of strategic asset management practices
Strong understanding of energy management principles and optimization of central utility or chilled water plant systems
Demonstrated ability to build and sustain a high-performing, service-focused, and collaborative team culture
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plans
Generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.)
Tuition reimbursement
Onsite counseling
Sick time
Company
Caltech
Caltech is a science and engineering research and education institution.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$86.51MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyAlfred P. Sloan Foundation
2024-07-17Grant· $10M
2019-09-27Grant· $75M
2019-01-01Grant· $1.51M
Leadership Team
Frances Arnold
Linus Pauling Professor
John Preskill
Professor of Theoretical Physics
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