Mechanical Engineer II

Mechanical Engineer II Location: Atlanta Campus Schedule: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM | Monday - Friday Salary Range: $73,400 - $91,700 Overview These are exciting times at the Engineering & Utilities Department. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission of pursuing excellence. We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team. We are seeking one Mechanical Engineer II to join our awesome team, taking the Engineering & Utilities Department to the next level of excellence. Responsibilities Provide technical expertise in mechanical matters, plumbing, and fire protection, including HVAC, ductwork, piping, controls, energy management systems, and fire protection. Review engineering proposals, design drawings, written specifications, and shop drawings submitted by consultants and contractors. Oversee campus utility consumption and maintain energy intensity and water usage database. Act as liaison for utility services (e.g., Georgia Power Company, City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management). Monitor campus HVAC control systems’ operational effectiveness and assist the maintenance group in optimizing building systems’ operations. Provide engineering solutions for maintenance teams, assist zone maintenance teams with writing specifications, sketches, and scope of work for minor maintenance projects and upgrades of existing mechanical systems. Oversee all maintenance department service contracts. Maintain the Energy Star database for the facilities. Implement a metering and monitoring program for campus facilities and identify energy‑saving projects/opportunities. Assist DCS project managers and Renovation Department project managers in evaluating energy efficiency and sustainable design for capital construction projects. Coordinate and assist in technical reviews of construction project documents, including performance site‑specific engineering analysis and evaluation of projects involving integrated building energy systems, passive design techniques, complex central plant systems, advanced HVAC equipment, and laboratory control systems. Participate in the systems commissioning process to monitor startup and testing of systems and ensure compliance with contractual requirements. Analyze existing facilities’ conditions and identify mechanical and lighting upgrade projects to incorporate with the campus MRFF (Major Repair and Renovation Fund) project list. Create and maintain a campus facilities condition report database and prioritize deferred maintenance items. Produce campus utility consumption data for quarterly reports to the VP of Finance and Administration and yearly reports to the Board of Regents. Assist in promoting campus sustainability efforts internally and externally, providing data on the gradual improvement of energy and other utility consumption. Perform other assigned duties. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology and four years of related experience, or a combination of education and related experience. Preferred Hiring Qualifications: Knowledge of construction industry standards and codes for construction and good engineering practice. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and database programs. Ability to work in confined areas, such as tunnels and pits. Ability to work under pressure and handle stressful situations. Ability to supervise and direct the work of others. Ability to plan work to avoid delays and wasted man‑hours. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Additional Details College/Business Unit: Facilities Management Services Open until filled. #J-18808-Ljbffr Inside Higher Ed