Mechanical Engineer II - Energy & Facilities Systems
Listed on 2026-05-28
-
Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Building Services Engineer
Description
Mechanical Engineer II
Facilities Management Services
Engineering & Utility
Location:
Atlanta Campus
* Location is subject to change
* Schedule: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM | Monday - Friday
* Shift subject to change
* Salary Range: $73,400 - $91,700
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 to pursue excellence.
Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! 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.
The Engineering & Utilities Department is seeking (1) Mechanical Engineer II to join the already awesome team, taking the Engineering & Utilities Department to the next level of excellence!
WHAT MAKES the Engineering & Utilities Department A GREAT PLACE?
Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
Professional development opportunity and mentorship
A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO
The Ideal Candidate Provides Technical Expertise In Mechanical Matters, Plumbing, And Fire Protection To The University, Such As HVAC, Ductwork, Piping, Controls, Energy Management Systems, Fire Protection, Etc. Reviews Engineering Proposals, Design Drawings, Written Specifications, And Shop Drawings Submitted By Consultants And Contractors. In Addition To Supporting The Department, The Mechanical Engineer II Will Also
Oversee the 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, etc.).
Monitor campus HVAC control systems’ operational effectiveness and assist the maintenance group by giving advice and instructions to optimize building systems’ operations.
Provide engineering solutions for the maintenance teams. Assist Zone maintenance teams with writing specifications, providing sketches, and writing the scope of work to be minor maintenance projects’ repair work and alteration or upgrade of the existing mechanical systems.
Oversee all maintenance Department’s service contracts.
Maintain the Energy Star database for the facilities.
Implement a metering and monitoring program for campus facilities. Identify energy-saving projects/opportunities.
Provide technical assistance to DCS project managers and Renovation Department project managers in identifying and evaluating energy efficiency and sustainable design for University 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 appropriate and thorough startup and testing of systems and performance to ensure the University is receiving systems that comply with contractual requirements.
Analyze the 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 the 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.
Assists 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…
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).