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https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12696669 **Mechanical
Engineer - Engineering & Construction Services - Facilities & Services
Duties & Responsibilities**
PROJECT DESIGN & 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 & 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.
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.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Provide and/or attend training for professional development,
technical topics, and teambuilding.
Provide assessment of new technologies, equipment and systems to
evaluate applicability to our projects and 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 & CAMPUS COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
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.
Minimum Qualifications
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 Qualifications
CEM, CEFP, LEED or add
