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Mechanical Engineer
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Job Title
Mechanical EngineerJob Description
The University of Notre Dame (www.nd.edu), one of the nation’s top 20 institutions of higher learning, is accepting applications for a Mechanical Engineer within the Utilities and Maintenance Departments (http://utilities.nd.edu/). The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for working on departmental projects relating to power plant systems, distribution systems and building systems. As an engineering resource of the Utilities and Maintenance Departments provide Planning Design and Construction with mechanical engineering support for new building and renovation projects.
The Mechanical Engineer will:
The Mechanical Engineer will:
- Provide a source of expertise in areas of mechanical system design, commissioning, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting for utilities, power plant and building mechanical systems.
- Understand, implement and maintain the University of Notre Dame mechanical standards and utilize them to review and comment on mechanical design drawings and specifications being used on projects. Verify that projects and the University mechanical standards are in compliance with all relevant codes, standards and regulatory mandates.
- Design projects and prepare necessary engineering documentation both independently and in conjunction with outside engineering firms. Perform Project Management role for projects with significant Mechanical Engineering content either independently or in a team framework.
- Be available to provide Engineering support at any time during emergency situations for the Utilities Department Operations Group in order to maintain utility system reliability.
Specific duties include the following:
- Review and support the mechanical aspects of construction projects for both Utilities and Planning Design and Construction. Mechanical plans and specifications prepared by outside consultants will be reviewed to determine compliance with University building standards, state building codes and proper engineering practice. Review cost estimates prepared by outside consultants to verify accuracy and completeness.
- Perform project management as assigned by the Sr. Director of Utilities and Maintenance. Manage projects through design, budget proposal, installation and commissioning phases.
- Work with other members of Engineering Group on departmental projects. Provide engineering support to Operations Group of Utilities Department, insuring proper and efficient operation of Power Plant and Distribution Systems.
- Mechanical systems in construction projects will be observed and inspected periodically to insure compliance with project documentation. Serve as interface with project architects, engineers and contractors to assist in resolving mechanical issues on construction projects at the University.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering. (4 Year)
Experience: 7 Years
The following special knowledge, abilities or skills are required:
Codes and Standards:
ASHRAE – American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
OSHA – Occupational, Safety and Health Administration
Indiana Plumbing and Mechanical Code
Mechanical Engineering knowledge of the theory design, operation and maintenance of the following:
Experience: 7 Years
The following special knowledge, abilities or skills are required:
Codes and Standards:
ASHRAE – American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
OSHA – Occupational, Safety and Health Administration
Indiana Plumbing and Mechanical Code
Mechanical Engineering knowledge of the theory design, operation and maintenance of the following:
- Building systems including heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment and associated control systems.
- Energy conservation strategies for commercial and industrial systems.
- Power Plant operations including medium pressure fossil fired steam boilers utilizing solid, liquid and gas fuel systems, ash handling systems, automatic extraction and back pressure steam turbine, turbine driven refrigerant chillers, chemical feed systems, single and multi-stage pumps
- Distribution Systems for steam, water, chilled water, compressed air, and sewer.
Computer literate, word processing and spreadsheet software.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of and ability to interpret building, mechanical, state, and local codes as well as current licensing or permitting requirements.
Must possess or be able to obtain Professional Engineer License Registration.
Department
Utilities - Operations (53000)Department Website
utilities.nd.eduFamily / Sub-Family
Engineering & Science / Electrical/Mechanical EngCareer Stream/Level
EIC 2 ProfessionalDepartment Hiring Pay Range
Commensurate with ExperiencePay ID
Semi-MonthlyFLSA Status
S1 - FT ExemptJob Category
Administrator/ProfessionalJob Type
Full-timeSchedule: Days of Week & Hours
Monday to Friday 8AM to 5PM
Schedule: Hours/Week
40Schedule: # of months
12Job Posting Date (Campus)
04/16/2024Job Posting Date (Public)
04/16/2024Job Closing Date
04/30/2024Posting Type
Open To All ApplicantsPosting Number
S24800Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://jobs.nd.edu/postings/33980*Please mention you saw this ad on AcademicJobs.*