at University of Illinois in Urbana, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Electrical Engineer Specialist - Facilities & ServicesEngineering Services
Job Summary
Responsible for the design, development, and review of electrical engineering projects for campus buildings under the supervision of licensed professional engineer. Produce and deliver engineering opinions, design reviews, technical decisions, recommendations, and documentation to F&S departments, campus, and other University units under the supervision of licensed professional engineer. Primary Position Function/Summary:
Responsible for the design, development, review, and management of electrical engineering projects for campus buildings under the supervision of licensed professional engineer. Produce and deliver engineering opinions, design reviews, technical decisions, recommendations, and documentation to F&S departments, campus, and other University units under the supervision of licensed professional engineer.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
PROJECT DESIGN AND REVIEW
Provide analysis of existing electrical systems of campus buildings for condition assessment, operating capacity, functionality, compatibility with associated systems and use of spaces served under the supervision of licensed professional engineer.
Provide troubleshooting expertise for existing electrical systems that are not functioning properly to identify problems, determine appropriate resolution, and provide recommended corrective work in project program analysis format with clear definition of scope and probable costs under the supervision of licensed professional engineer.
Provide detailed design documents (drawings and specifications) for construction projects for remodeling, renovation, repair, replacement or new work under the supervision of licensed professional engineer.This includes all necessary engineering analysis, design and layout of complex electrical lighting and low voltage systems, and its coordination with other aspects of the project.
Prepare and present reports, programs, displays, or drawings to management or staff as assigned.
Provide detailed engineering review of projects designed by outside consultants under the supervision of licensed professional engineer.Prepare written review comments for items not in accordance with codes, the UIUC Facilities Standards and for items not compatible, coordinated, or acceptable for the use proposed. May participate in formal or informal discussions concerning these comments.
Attend meetings as the Design Services representative, as assigned, on projects through completion of warranty phase.
Prepare, review, coordinate, and implement updates to assigned areas of the University Facilities Standards.
PROJECT PLANNING
Provide project program analysis to determine detailed scope, schedule, and budget for proposed repair, renovation, remodel, replacement, or new work as assigned.
Establish, update, and meet project schedules.Note significant milestones and deadlines, potential construction conflicts, sequencing and phasing concerns and building/site accessibility. Estimate hours and duration required for tasks of self, technicians, and others involved in development of design, construction administration and project close-out.
Manage work assignments, establish project priorities, and resolve design issues.
Confer with Management Engineers and Associate Director regarding resource needs and schedules.
Develop weekly forecast of planned work and provide periodic project status reports.
SUPPORT TO OTHER UNITS
Provide technical support to the Crafts for equipment selection, troubleshooting of system problems, development of preventive maintenance needs and answer technical questions under the supervision of licensed professional engineer.
Provide technical support to Commissioning and Inspection group including shop drawing review, contract document interpretations, testing procedures and start-up under the supervision of licensed professional engineer.
Provide technical engineering consultation and support to other Facilities & Services units as well as campus units.
COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
Participate in the process for the selection of Professional Services Consultants, as assigned.
Participate in focus groups, F&S and campus committees, and initiatives as assigned.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Prepare and present training sessions for staff for various topics as assigned.
Provide assessment of new technologies, equipment and systems for related electrical equipment to evaluate applicability to our projects and UIUC Facilities Standards.
Maintain expertise in current building codes, University Facilities Standards, State and Federal regulations, and energy codes needed to adequately meet the needs of the Engineering Services Department.
OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, faculty, staff, administration, professional consultants, and contractors.
Physical Demands
Support the Mission, Vision, Values, and Guiding Principles of Facilities & Services
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree. A total of three (3) years in education, training and/or work experience in the engineering design of lighting, low and medium voltage electrical systems for buildings and sites.
Demonstrated knowledge & experience of building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and/or building automation and control systems.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related technology degree in Engineering, or a related degree from an accredited institution
2. Current Professional Engineer license in the state of Illinois.
3. Five (5) or more years of professional work experience in the design lighting, building low voltage and medium voltage electrical systems.
4. CEM, CEFP, LEED, or additional certification in engineering, energy, or facility management.
5. Experience in the Siemens and Schneider Electric I/A Building Automation control systems
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- 1. Prefer: Strong working knowledge of applicable building codes, standards, and regulations,
- including the International Building Code, International Energy Conservation Code, National
- Electric Code, and ASHRAE 90.1.
- 2. Prefer: Strong working knowledge of applicable higher education standards, including
- University of Illinois at Urban-Champaign Facilities Standards.
- 3. Prefer: Strong working skills with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products.
- 4. Prefer: Strong trouble shooting skills for performance of building systems.
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5002 - Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after May 1, 2024. Salary Range 85,000.00 - 97,000.00. Salary is commensurate with experience.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on April 30, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Ken McCray, klmccray@illinois.edu or call 217-300-6211. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .
Requisition ID: 1023371
Job Category: Technical
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
