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Mechanical Engineer & Mechanical Engineer Specialist
Engineering Services

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Illinois is a world leader in research, teaching, and public engagement. We serve the state, the nation, and the world by creating knowledge, preparing students for lives of impact, and addressing critical societal needs through the transfer and application of knowledge. Illinois is the place where we embrace difference. We embrace it because we value it. Illinois is especially interested in candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of the Illinois community.

Facilities & Services (F&S) is the capable steward of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), the pre-eminent public research university with a land-grant heritage. UIUC is a world leader in research, teaching, and public engagement and is located in a micro-urban community that combines cultural vibrancy with affordability and quality of life.

At Facilities & Services, we serve a city unto itself.

• Iconic structures and grounds that give the campus its distinctive identity
• Technology-rich facilities that foster scholarly innovation
• Living environments that are home to over 50,000 students

The Engineering Services department at Facilities & Services is seeking qualified and talented candidates to serve from the Owner’s perspective in design and review capacities. These position(s) include generous benefits.

• Summary of benefits, except benefit time - www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits
• Tabular summary of benefits, including benefit time - Summary of Benefits by Employment Category
• Types of benefit time/leave - www.hr.uillinois.edu/leave
• Example of Campus Paid Holidays - www.hr.uillinois.edu/leave/holidays

To find out more or apply for these positions, go to jobs.illinois.edu. For further information about either specific position, please contact Ken McCray at klmccray@illinois.edu or 217-300-6211.

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.

JOB SUMMARY - Mechanical Engineer (AP)
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.

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

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE - Mechanical Engineer
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 EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE - Mechanical Engineer
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.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - Mechanical Engineer
1. Project Design & Design Review
2. Construction & Warranty Support
3. Continuing Education
4. Project Planning Assistance
5. Support to other units & campus committee assignments

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS - Mechanical Engineer
1. Occasional field visits for projects in design or construction. Use personal protective equipment, common sense, and safety training when on construction sites.

JOB SUMMARY - Mechanical Engineer Specialist (CS)

This position will be responsible for the design, development, review, and management of mechanically oriented projects for campus buildings under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer. Produce and deliver engineering opinions, design reviews, technical decisions, recommendations, and documentation to F&S departments, campus, and other University units under the supervision of licensed professional engineer.

Confirm conformance with applicable codes and University Facilities Standards to provide safe, reliable, comfortable, productive, sustainable, and cost-effective facilities which support the Mission of the University. Support the Mission, Vision, Values, and Guiding Principles of Facilities and Services.

Requisition ID: 1033764
Job Category: Civil Service
Apply at: jobs.illinois.edu

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE - Mechanical Engineer Specialist
Applicants should only apply if they meet ALL of the following requirements. Cover letter & resume should be very clear how each are met.

1. Bachelor’s degree.
2. Three (3) years experience in engineering design of HVAC, or fire protection, or plumbing building systems.
3. Demonstrated knowledge & experience of building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and/or building automation and/or control systems.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE - Mechanical Engineer Specialist
1. Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution.
2. Current Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois.
3. Five (5) or more years of extensive design experience with large HVAC Central Systems, Plumbing, and Fire Protection Systems and building automation systems with increasing responsibility of project development.
4. Knowledge of and/or additional certifications in CEM, CEFP, LEED, or additional certification programs in engineering, energy, or facility management.
5. Moderate to strong working skills with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products.
6. Experience using mechanical and plumbing equipment selection software.
7. Experience in Siemens and Schneider Electric I/A Building Automation Control Systems.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - Mechanical Engineer Specialist
1. Project Design & Design Review (including Construction & Warranty Support)
2. Project Planning Assistance
3. Continuing Education
4. Support to other units & campus committee assignments

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS - Mechanical Engineer Specialist
1. Occasional field visits for projects in design or construction. Use personal protective equipment, common sense, and safety training when on construction sites.