University of North Carolina Wilmington · 2 days ago
Controls Commissioning Engineer
Wilmington, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expThe University of North Carolina Wilmington is dedicated to providing a vibrant university community. They are seeking a Controls Commissioning Engineer responsible for analyzing building automation and control systems to enhance operational efficiency and energy savings.
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Responsibilities
Develop, coordinate, and execute various facilities management, engineering, and planning of projects and assist with design review to sustain reliable university metering infrastructure on campus
Ensure equipment is operated in the most efficient manner to minimize operating costs associated with energy consumption, and equipment repair
Provide expertise, oversight, and vendor management to repair, calibrate and catalog all metering assets
Provide expertise and coordination as required to accurately catalog metering assets in AiM and/or BAS
Oversee maintenance, repair, and improvements to existing facilities; engineering and technical support, HVAC controls troubleshooting and review, emergency management and planning, remediation; and other related tasks as assigned by the Director or Assistant Director
Liaise with UNCW Facilities Planning and Design staff for new construction and planning as needed. Collaborate with design engineers, contractors, and facility staff, and provides direction to standardize the quality, system integration, and functionality during the construction of small and large projects
Provide expertise to develop physical and human resources to support a fully integrated and leveraged control department
Provide expertise to develop metering resources, processes, and procedures to fully leverage on-line readings, information, and maintenance
Determine the feasibility of project implementation or continuation, devise engineering with counterparts at other universities and colleges to compare operational matters and exchange data
Consultation and collaboration between Facilities leadership and contractors and engineers is required
Offer technical assistance on complex mechanical, structural, and civil engineering projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in the engineering discipline related to the area of assignment (mechanical or electrical disciplines); or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions
Valid NC Drivers License or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
Preferred
Experience with design and construction practices applicable to state construction projects
Basic engineering principles related to heat transfer, operation of mechanical equipment, electricity, refrigeration, and fluid flow – familiarity with general construction and maintenance practices for institutional buildings and infrastructure
Engineering drawings, HVAC systems and controls, plumbing and pumping systems, sanitary sewer systems, fire protection systems, operation of regional energy plants, and key systems
Troubleshoot problems associated with the operation of mechanical and energy systems
Familiarity with building codes and working knowledge of pneumatic control systems
10 years of documentable work experience in the controls industry
5 years experience in BAS metering resources
2 years commissioning commercial BAS systems
10 years of Project management experience
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Dental, vision and health insurance plans
Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire
Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan
Optional disability plans
Tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System
UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session
Free membership to the Campus Recreation Center
Free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus
Meditation and yoga sessions
Voluntary supplemental insurance coverages
Pretax flexible spending accounts
12 paid holidays
24 hours of paid community service leave time
Paid vacation and sick leave accrual
Family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service
Abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy
Employee assistance program
Company
University of North Carolina Wilmington
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.41MKey Investors
National Science FoundationNorth Carolina Biotechnology Center
2023-05-11Grant· $1M
2022-11-09Grant· $0.37M
2021-07-30Grant· $0.02M
Leadership Team
James Winebrake
Provost & Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
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