Facilities Mechanical Engineer II
Listed on 2026-09-15
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer
At Jefferson Lab, you'll champion cutting-edge science and operational excellence while shaping the future of discovery. Join us and make your mark - where excellence meets purpose, andgreat minds truly matter.
The good-faith pay range for this role is $91,800 - $131,900 per year. Actual compensation may vary and may be above the posted range based on factors such as a candidate's skills, experience, education, certifications, and work location.
What your job will be like:Responsible for accomplishing the engineering design, system operation oversight, maintenance requirements definition, and modification requirements development of various facility mechanical systems. These mechanical systems include but are not limited to HVAC, low conductivity water, cooling water, dewatering, contaminated water collection, process and control air, and industrial and building automation systems.
In this job you will:- Provide round the clock maintenance, construction, and operational support to support Accelerator and Physics operations.
- Perform mechanical engineering design work or utilize architect-engineering consultant (A-E) to produce construction packages for new systems and existing system modifications. Use computer-aided drafting for development of drawings
- Design, operate, and maintain building and industrial controls including utility monitoring and remote control systems.
- Determine the most appropriate means of maintaining mechanical systems through the use of service, design, and construction contracts. Evaluation shall include timeliness and cost effectiveness.
- Serve as procurement officer's technical representative on construction contracts and maintenance service agreements. Provide direction to subcontractors and oversees technical performance ensuring work is completed safely within budget.
- Perform investigations, testing, and inspects mechanical systems to ensure proper operation and identify deficiencies. Collaborate with other engineers and groups to solve technical problems related to the operation of mechanical systems.
- Review A-E's designs and mechanical subcontractor's proposals for technical conformance and conformance with construction codes and standards.
- Perform mechanical energy management studies making proposals and implementing projects enabling the Lab to comply with DOE energy goals.
- Required:
4 or more years Experience performing mechanical engineering design and technical support
- Required:
Bachelor's Degree Mechanical Engineering
Education above the minimum may be substituted for experience. Relevant experience may not be substituted for education.
Licenses and Certifications- Preferred:
Current Fundamentals of Engineering registration in Virginia - Preferred: a state with direct reciprocity agreement with Virginia
- Working knowledge of building codes.
- Effective verbal/written communications, time management, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Skill in computer aided drafting systems especially AutoCAD.
- Display high level of initiative and ability to manage multiple projects with clear expectations and timelines.
- Ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels in the organization in a team environment.
- Knowledge in various HVAC systems and facility mechanical systems including related control systems.
Join a community with a common purpose of solving the most challenging scientific and engineering problems of our time. The Jefferson Lab campusis located in southeastern
Virginia amidst a vibrant and growing technology community.
A career at Jefferson Lab is more than a job. You will be part of "big science" and work alongside top scientists and engineers from around the world unlocking the secrets of our visible universe. Managed by SURATech, LLC, Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility is entering an exciting period of mission growth and is seeking new team members ready to apply their skills and passion to have an impact.
You could call it work, or you could call it a mission. We call it a challenge. We do things that will change the world.
Total Rewards at Jefferson Lab
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (Paid Parental, vacation, holidays, and sick leave)
- 401(k) Plan - 9% Lab Contribution; 100% vested
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs
- Live near the waterways of the Chesapeake Bay…
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