Mechanical Engineer - Engineering & Services, Facilities & Services

Mechanical Engineer - Engineering & Services, Facilities & Services

Engineering Services

JOB SUMMARY

Utilizing mechanical & plumbing design expertise, this position will be responsible for the design, development, review, and management of mechanically oriented projects for campus buildings. Produce and deliver engineering opinions, designs, technical decisions, recommendations, and documentation to F&S departments, campus, and other University units in conformance with applicable codes and University Facilities Standards. Provide the analysis, and development of mechanical project scopes for campus buildings. Designs and technical opinions are to provide safe, reliable, comfortable, productive, sustainable, and cost-effective facilities to support the Mission of the University. Provide support to other units. Support the Mission, Vision, Values, and Guiding Principles of Facilities and Services.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

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.
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.

PROJECT DESIGN & DESIGN REVIEW
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.

CONSTRUCTION & WARRANTY SUPPORT
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.

CONTINUING EDUCATION
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.

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 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.

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.

Physical Demands

• Walking : Occasionally

• Stairs : Occasionally

Sitting : Occasionally

Additional Physical Demands

1. Support the Mission, Vision, Values, and Guiding Principles of Facilities and Services.
2. Occasional field visits for projects in construction.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution. 2. Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois. 3. In-depth (five (5) years minimum) progressively responsible administrative experience in engineering design of HVAC. 4. Demonstrated knowledge & experience of building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and/or building automation and/or control systems.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
2. Seven (7) or more years of extensive design experience with large HVAC Central Systems.
3. 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.
4. CEM, CEFP, LEED or additional certification in engineering, energy or facility management.
5. Experience using mechanical and plumbing equipment selection software.
6. Experience in Siemens and Schneider Electric I/A Building Automation Control Systems.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• 1. 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.
• 2. Thorough knowledge of air-side and complex energy recovery systems.
• 3. Thorough knowledge of systems modeling and optimum system selection.
• 4. Experience in energy modeling.
• 5. Knowledge of laboratory HVAC design.
• 6. Knowledge of laboratory gas design, laboratory piping and plumbing design, pneumatics, and fuel gas system design.
• 7. Knowledge of applicable higher education standards, including University Facilities Standards.
• 8. Solid trouble shooting skills for performance of building systems.
• 9. Knowledge of building systems, including architectural, electrical, plumbing, fire suppression, and building automation and control systems.
• 10. Thorough knowledge of CEM, CEFP, LEED, or additional certification programs in engineering, energy, or facility management.
• 11. Moderate working skills with AutoCAD.
• 12. Solid knowledge and Microsoft Office and Adobe products.
• 13. Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• 14. Solid technical writing ability.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 1/5/2026. The budgeted Salary Range for this position is $100,000 to $115,000.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on 1/5/2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Ken McCray at klmccray@illinois.edu or 217-300-6211. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1033775
Job Category: Professional Administration
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu