Mechanical Engineer II/III

Position Title:
Mechanical Engineer II/III

Job Group:
Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Experience in the preparation of plans and specifications for educational/institutional, industrial or commercial facilities. 
Experience estimating mechanical construction and operating/life cycle costs. 
AutoCAD or Revit experience.

Job Description:

Summary
The Facilities Planning and Management (FP&M) department is seeking candidates for a Mechanical Engineer II/III.  This position helps with improvements to HVAC, mechanical, and plumbing systems in a university facilities environment.  The position requires a broad knowledge of mechanical systems engineering and assists in the resolution of complex problems.

Example of Duties for Engineer II

• Investigates problems and requirements of projects, and develops plans for solutions in line with economic, personnel, and environmental considerations.
• Prepares or secures and reviews cost estimates, compiles required cost and equipment information, and writes appropriation requests.
• Performs project engineering work from design to implementation in accordance with the University’s standards.

Example of Duties for Engineer III

• Originates formal project requests.
• Oversees all phases of assigned standard engineering projects, ensuring the successful conclusion of all phases within an appropriate time and at an appropriate cost.
• Completes complex engineering projects.
• Serves as a consultant to other FP&M departments, providing technical information and engineering recommendations that assist with various projects and training purposes.
• Contributes to capital renewal (deferred maintenance) planning committee.
• May guide and train less experienced engineers.

This position will be filled as a Mechanical Engineer II or III.

To qualify for an Engineer II, the candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience. The Engineer II is a pay grade 809.

To qualify for an Engineer III, the candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience. Additionally, a Professional Engineering license is required. The Engineer III will handle more complex projects, with a broader scope, than an Engineer II. The Engineer III is a pay grade 810.

Appointment Type:
Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Grade:
PS809

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Original Posting Date:
July 22, 2021

Posting Close Date:
August 12, 2021

Job Requisition Number:
R5713

Position Information:

Position Title:
Mechanical Engineer II/III

Job Group:
Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Experience in the preparation of plans and specifications for educational/institutional, industrial or commercial facilities. 
Experience estimating mechanical construction and operating/life cycle costs. 
AutoCAD or Revit experience.

Job Description:

Summary
The Facilities Planning and Management (FP&M) department is seeking candidates for a Mechanical Engineer II/III.  This position helps with improvements to HVAC, mechanical, and plumbing systems in a university facilities environment.  The position requires a broad knowledge of mechanical systems engineering and assists in the resolution of complex problems.

Example of Duties for Engineer II

• Investigates problems and requirements of projects, and develops plans for solutions in line with economic, personnel, and environmental considerations.
• Prepares or secures and reviews cost estimates, compiles required cost and equipment information, and writes appropriation requests.
• Performs project engineering work from design to implementation in accordance with the University’s standards.

Example of Duties for Engineer III

• Originates formal project requests.
• Oversees all phases of assigned standard engineering projects, ensuring the successful conclusion of all phases within an appropriate time and at an appropriate cost.
• Completes complex engineering projects.
• Serves as a consultant to other FP&M departments, providing technical information and engineering recommendations that assist with various projects and training purposes.
• Contributes to capital renewal (deferred maintenance) planning committee.
• May guide and train less experienced engineers.

This position will be filled as a Mechanical Engineer II or III.

To qualify for an Engineer II, the candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience. The Engineer II is a pay grade 809.

To qualify for an Engineer III, the candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience. Additionally, a Professional Engineering license is required. The Engineer III will handle more complex projects, with a broader scope, than an Engineer II. The Engineer III is a pay grade 810.

Appointment Type:
Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Grade:
PS809

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Original Posting Date:
July 22, 2021

Posting Close Date:
August 12, 2021

Job Requisition Number:
R5713