Sustainability, Efficiency, and Resilience Field Engineer

Agency Adult Correction

Division COO - Administration

Job Classification Title Engineer I (S)

Position Number

Grade NC16

Description of Work

The Sustainability, Efficiency, and Resilience Field Engineer supports the Division of Engineering, Construction, and Maintenance (DECM) Maintenance Operations by installing, servicing, maintaining, and troubleshooting Sustainability, Efficiency, and Resilience (SE&R) systems across correctional facilities. The role performs professional engineering work that includes evaluating and commissioning HVAC building automation, water management, and electrical metering systems, supporting regional maintenance personnel, and applying engineering principles to ensure code compliant operation of energy related infrastructure within the Department of Adult Correction.

Key

Duties Include:

• Install, commission, service, and troubleshoot HVAC building automation systems, water management systems, and electrical metering/monitoring systems in accordance with applicable codes and standards
• Perform conduit and raceway installation, wire pulling, device installation, and system startups for SE&R related mechanical, electrical, and plumbing metering infrastructure
• Support regional and institutional maintenance personnel by diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining complex electronic based metering and automation systems across multiple facilities
• Complete work orders and process requisitions, direct billing, and purchasing documentation for SE&R system materials and supplies
• Evaluate technical conditions, troubleshoot system performance issues, and apply engineering concepts to ensure energy conservation, operational efficiency, and compliance with standards
• Participate in project related planning, consultation, and problem solving that involves technically complex systems with multiple variables and inter-dependencies
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, contractors, and facility staff to coordinate SE&R system work activities across assigned correctional institution

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/ Management Preferences

Salary Grade Range: $57,983.00 - $101,470

Posting will close at 11:59 P.M. the night before the end date. Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement; KSAs and management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Demonstrated experience installing, commissioning, troubleshooting, or maintaining HVAC building automation, water management, or electrical metering/monitoring systems, such as system startups, device installation, and code‑compliant configuration.
• Proven experience diagnosing complex electronic or metering systems using engineering principles and responsive analysis techniques, e.g., troubleshooting multi-variable system interactions.
• Documented experience working with ethernet-based networking systems relevant to building automation, monitoring platforms, or connected mechanical/electrical equipment.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting engineering/technical plans or system documentation when evaluating installations, modifications, or system performance in operational facilities.

State Benefits Information:

The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including Health Insurance options, Retirement Plans, NCFlex Supplemental Benefits, Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave, and Paid Parental Leave. Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.

Supplemental Application Information:

Application Process

NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application. Applications must include:

• Complete education history (including high school)
• Full work experience details
• Certificates and licenses, if applicable
• Education must be from appropriately accredited institutions
• Informat…