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Job DescriptionThe University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for a Mechanical System Engineer, Energy Manager or Senior Mechanical System Engineer, Energy Manager in the Facilities Services Department.
The Mechanical System Engineer, Energy Manager will be responsible for managing and optimizing campus mechanical systems, including chilled water, low temperature heating water, high temperature heating water, steam, and fume hood exhaust systems. Key duties include conducting advanced modeling and simulation for troubleshooting and optimization, establishing and maintaining system electronic records, and implementing condition monitoring technologies. The role involves close collaboration with maintenance teams, participation in design reviews, and providing engineering expertise to ensure the effective operation of critical systems. Additionally, the position contributes to energy management initiatives and strategic planning efforts.
In addition to the Mechanical System Engineer, Energy Manager responsibilities, the Senior Mechanical System Engineer, Energy Manager role is responsible for establishing modeling and simulation methods and condition monitoring approaches tailored to mechanical system objectives, providing operational management in the absence of the Director of Utilities Services, overseeing mechanical system strategic planning, and leading energy management initiatives.
This position reports to the Senior Director of Facilities Maintenance Services.
Mechanical System Engineer
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Establish and maintain a repository of electronic records for campus mechanical systems including the distributed systems known as CHW, LTW, HTHW, steam, and fume hoods.
- Maintain appropriate modeling and simulation for existing and future mechanical systems. Models should be suitable for assisting with troubleshooting, optimization, expansion, and prioritizing upgrade activities.
- Establish appropriate instrumentation to collect validation data for system models and aid with operational optimization.
- Assist maintenance staff with instrumentation and condition monitoring deployment, definition of alarm conditions, and set reporting requirements.
- Conduct modeling and simulation studies as necessary to support system troubleshooting, system modifications/expansions, and new system designs.
- Participate in the Planning and Construction design review process, job walks, and punch list generation as appropriate.
- Provide engineering knowledge and judgement.
- Participate in department energy management activities in collaboration with Building Automation, Electrical Engineer, Sustainability Manager, and accounting staff.
- Provide input to the mechanical, plumbing, and departmental strategic plans.
- Contribute to the goal development process.
- Work with the management team to implement goals.
- Manage and implement special projects as assigned.
Senior Mechanical System Engineer
In addition to the above, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Establish appropriate condition monitoring technologies and methodologies for critical campus systems.
- Provide advanced engineering knowledge and judgement.
- Evaluate and set modeling and simulation, validation data requirement, and condition monitoring methodologies.
- Oversee the mechanical strategic plan.
- Develop, coordinate, and participate in department energy management activities in collaboration with Building Automation, Electrical Engineer, Sustainability Manager, and accounting staff.
- In the event of an absence or vacancy on the management team, assume responsibility for the functional area, as needed.
Required Qualifications *Candidates will be hired at the level comparable to their experience, knowledge, skills and abilities**Mechanical System Engineer
Bachelor's Degree and four (4) years of related professional work experience;
ORMaster's degree and two (2) years of related professional work experience
Related Experience: BS Degree in mechanical engineering or related field from a regionally accredited institution. Progressively responsible experience in design, analysis, troubleshooting, and/or operation of rotating machinery-based systems.
A valid Class "C" driver's license or higher operator's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. OSHA 30-hour card within one year of employment.
Senior Mechanical System Engineer
Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years of related professional work experience;
ORMaster's degree and three (3) years of related professional work experience
Related Experience: BS Degree in mechanical engineering or related field from a regionally accredited institution. Progressively responsible experience in design, analysis, troubleshooting, and/or operation of rotating machinery-based systems.
A valid Class "C" driver's license or higher operator's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. OSHA 30-hour card within one year of employment.
Preferred Qualifications- Master's Degree in mechanical engineering
- Professional Engineer certification
- Experience with district heating and cooling systems
Physical DemandsThis position requires walking or standing to a significant degree and pushing and/or pulling; exerting 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Schedule and Travel The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs. This position may be able to elect an alternative work schedule. Occasional travel may be required.
This position is designated as Essential Personnel. In the event of a campus emergency, special event, closure to maintain campus safety or building operations, this position may be required to work outside of regularly scheduled hours.
Compensation GradeMechanical System Engineer - C
Senior Mechanical System Engineer - D
To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.
Remarkable RetirementOur retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 17.50% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.
"I had no idea the values of the faculty retirement plan when I joined UNR. On my first day, I found out I was fully vested in my contributions and the companies 15.5% matching. I have watched my retirement grow over the years, not only in contributions, but with investments. It is hard to put into words how appreciative I am to feel so secure in my future" - Michelle B.
Perks of Working at UNR - Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
- Generous annual and sick leave and life insurance - Faculty Benefits
- E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center
- Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders
- Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
- Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focusing on campus-wide diversity initiatives to ensure we are working to create a diverse and welcoming campus climate. Diversity Groups
- Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty Senate
- No state income tax!
Grants-in-aid for Faculty EmployeesThe University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee's spouse or domestic partner. Faculty Grants-in-Aid
Faculty Dual Career Assistance ProgramThe University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples' professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Dual Career Assistance Program
Department InformationThe Facilities Services Department is an organizational unit of the Division of Administration and Finance, and includes Planning and Construction Services, Parking and Transportation Services, Maintenance Services, and Accounting and Business Services. For more information, please visit: https://www.unr.edu/facilities
ExemptYes
Full-Time Equivalent100.0%
Required Attachment(s)Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at jobs@unr.edu.
Attach the following attachments to your application 1) Resume/CV
2) Cover Letter
3) Contact Information for Three Supervisory References - Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position.
Application QuestionThe following question will be asked within the application process.
1) Please write a brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying.
This posting is open until filledQualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.
Posting Close DateNote to Applicant
A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member's first day of employment.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.
Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.
Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.
The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes).
About UsThe University of Nevada, Reno is a leading public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. Founded in 1874 as Nevada's original land-grant university, the University serves more than 23,000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries.
Classified by the Carnegie® Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as an R1 ("Very High Research") university, it is also recognized in the Carnegie® Community Engagement classification. The University is also ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the "Best National Universities" and "Best National Public Universities." It also ranks in the top tier of the WSJ/Times Higher Education World University Rankings and the New York Times' "Top Colleges for Economic Diversity."
Since 2009, nearly $1 billion has been has invested in advanced labs, facilities, and residence halls on the main campus. The University is home to Nevada's first medical school - the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine and the Wayne L. Prim Campus at Lake Tahoe, where education, research, and creative work thrive in a stunning mountain setting. The University delivers on its original land-grant mission with outreach across the state through the University of Nevada, Reno Extension, Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station, Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology, Nevada Small Business Development Center, the Nevada Seismological Laboratory, and Wolf Pack Athletics.
The main campus is in Reno, Nevada, a burgeoning global technology hub with a vibrant midtown and downtown. Found where the high desert of the Great Basin meets the High Sierra and Lake Tahoe, the beautiful, 290-acre main campus is also a Nevada State Arboretum. The University's physical infrastructure is expanding with ongoing construction of the newly named John Tullock Business Building, set to open in fall 2025. Groundbreaking is also planned for a new State Public Health Laboratory Building on campus, alongside the recent acquisition of 16 parcels near campus, known as "University Village," to provide affordable housing for graduate students and early career faculty.
Collaborating with world-renowned organizations, the University fosters innovation through initiatives such as the Digital Wolf Pack partnership with Apple, which ensures equitable access to technology for students, providing new incoming freshman or transfer students with an iPad Air and accessories. Google's TechWise initiate is an 18-month program that fully supports undergraduate students in becoming entry-level software engineers by graduation.
In 2023, the U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced that Nevada - led by the University of Nevada, Reno - was named one of the inaugural 31 Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs (TechHubs). Nevada was selected from a competitive pool of 489 applicants from across the United States and its territories. Nevada's Tech Hub will strengthen America's lithium batteries, critical elements and other electric vehicle materials industry sectors within the state.
Through its commitment to high-impact education, world-improving research and creative activity, and outreach that's transforming Nevada's communities and businesses, the University continues its 150-year tradition of benefitting our state, nation and world.
The University recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. The inclusive and engaged community on campus recognizes the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience.
Today, the University delivers on its original land-grant mission of access to education and knowledge by investing in the academics, facilities, support, engagement and vibrant campus life that promote our diverse students' cognitive growth and academic achievement - all while remaining one of the best values in American higher education.
For more information, please visit the University's website.
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