Mechanical Engineer

University of Notre Dame, United States

Updated: 17 days ago
Location: Notre Dame, INDIANA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 10 Apr 2024

Position Information


Job Title Mechanical Engineer
Job Description
The University of Notre Dame (www.nd.edu), one of the nation’s top 20 institutions of higher learning, is accepting applications for a Mechanical Engineer within the Utilities and Maintenance Departments (http://utilities.nd.edu/). The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for working on departmental projects relating to power plant systems, distribution systems and building systems. As an engineering resource of the Utilities and Maintenance Departments provide Planning Design and Construction with mechanical engineering support for new building and renovation projects.
The Mechanical Engineer will:
  • Provide a source of expertise in areas of mechanical system design, commissioning, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting for utilities, power plant and building mechanical systems.
  • Understand, implement and maintain the University of Notre Dame mechanical standards and utilize them to review and comment on mechanical design drawings and specifications being used on projects. Verify that projects and the University mechanical standards are in compliance with all relevant codes, standards and regulatory mandates.
  • Design projects and prepare necessary engineering documentation both independently and in conjunction with outside engineering firms. Perform Project Management role for projects with significant Mechanical Engineering content either independently or in a team framework.
  • Be available to provide Engineering support at any time during emergency situations for the Utilities Department Operations Group in order to maintain utility system reliability.


Specific duties include the following:
  • Review and support the mechanical aspects of construction projects for both Utilities and Planning Design and Construction. Mechanical plans and specifications prepared by outside consultants will be reviewed to determine compliance with University building standards, state building codes and proper engineering practice. Review cost estimates prepared by outside consultants to verify accuracy and completeness.
  • Perform project management as assigned by the Sr. Director of Utilities and Maintenance. Manage projects through design, budget proposal, installation and commissioning phases.
  • Work with other members of Engineering Group on departmental projects. Provide engineering support to Operations Group of Utilities Department, insuring proper and efficient operation of Power Plant and Distribution Systems.
  • Mechanical systems in construction projects will be observed and inspected periodically to insure compliance with project documentation. Serve as interface with project architects, engineers and contractors to assist in resolving mechanical issues on construction projects at the University.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering. (4 Year)
Experience: 7 Years
The following special knowledge, abilities or skills are required:
Codes and Standards:
ASHRAE – American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
OSHA – Occupational, Safety and Health Administration
Indiana Plumbing and Mechanical Code
Mechanical Engineering knowledge of the theory design, operation and maintenance of the following:
  • Building systems including heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment and associated control systems.
  • Energy conservation strategies for commercial and industrial systems.
  • Power Plant operations including medium pressure fossil fired steam boilers utilizing solid, liquid and gas fuel systems, ash handling systems, automatic extraction and back pressure steam turbine, turbine driven refrigerant chillers, chemical feed systems, single and multi-stage pumps
  • Distribution Systems for steam, water, chilled water, compressed air, and sewer.


Computer literate, word processing and spreadsheet software.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of and ability to interpret building, mechanical, state, and local codes as well as current licensing or permitting requirements.
Must possess or be able to obtain Professional Engineer License Registration.
Preferred Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
Department Utilities - Operations (53000)
Department Website utilities.nd.edu
Family / Sub-Family Engineering & Science / Electrical/Mechanical Eng
Career Stream/Level EIC 2 Professional
Department Hiring Pay Range $62,011 - $103,000
Pay ID Semi-Monthly
FLSA Status S1 - FT Exempt
Job Category Administrator/Professional
Job Type Full-time
Schedule: Days of Week & Hours
Monday to Friday 8AM to 5PM
Schedule: Hours/Week 40
Schedule: # of months 12


Posting Detail Information


Job Posting Date (Campus) 03/20/2024
Job Posting Date (Public) 03/20/2024
Job Closing Date 04/10/2024
Posting Type Open To All Applicants
Posting Number S24800
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://jobs.nd.edu/postings/33980

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