METEC Facility Manager

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: about 1 year ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 06 Feb 2023

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information


Working Title METEC Facility Manager
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional Position Yes
Posting Number 202300069AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Research Associate II
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range 55,000 - 65,000; salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time faculty and administrative professional employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ & https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 02/06/2023
Description of Work Unit
The Energy Institute is operated under the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) at Colorado State University. The Institute builds on the long history of work in energy at CSU and is intended to foster greater collaboration among energy faculty across all eight colleges with broad access to facilities for faculty and industry partners. The Institute conducts research, education, commercialization and outreach activities for the entire CSU campus. The Institute operates two facilities; the Powerhouse Energy Campus, and METEC both of which provide safe, secure, and sophisticated facilities for university investigators and industry partners to collaboratively develop clean energy solutions. This position resides at the METEC facility, which is an industrial working environment.
Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.
Position Summary
This position manages the testing operations of METEC (Methane Emission Technology Evaluation Center) which emulates emission behavior from a broad range of natural gas production systems. The infrastructure at METEC allow leaks to be controlled, measured and realistic released, providing simulated emissions to test leak detection technology or support integrated research efforts into foundational phenomenon for leak detection. This position will be responsible for operation of the facility, including maintenance, operations, and facility improvements. Additionally, this position will assist with related projects in emissions, and offers the opportunity for field work. This position is a customer-facing position that requires coordinating with industry and university research partners, requires effective project management skills, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills to confidently interact with clients and visitors.
A signing bonus up to $2,500 may be considered for successful candidates.
Required Job Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of relevant professional experience or a Master’s Degree.
  • Detail-oriented with high level of attention to safe operation of laboratory and industrial equipment.
  • Practical programming experience in office software and at least one modern programming language (e.g. Python, MatLab, C++, etc.)
  • Strong understanding of electro-mechanical systems, including industrial control systems and related system documentation.
  • Can demonstrate ability to troubleshoot, debug and repair control systems.
  • Can demonstrate knowledge of how to install and troubleshoot gas and fluid system components such as tubing, fittings, valves, regulators.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • Experience with installation, configuration, calibration, operation of scientific instrumentation.
  • Experience working in and/or managing technical projects; can describe project content, role and management methods.
  • Experience with / in an operation dealing with compressed gases of any type, ideally natural gas systems.
  • Experience in an research and development environment.
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage customer-facing interactions.
  • Self-motivated and organized.
Diversity Statement
Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties


Job Duty Category Operation of METEC Testing Facility
Duty/Responsibility
  • Responsible for day-to-day operation of the METEC facility, including scheduling, safety, daily operation, and customer interactions.
  • Utilize sound engineering principles, including theoretical and mathematical approaches, to design test systems.
  • Follow appropriate processes to track purchases and costs.
  • Serve as the technical liaison to clients utilizing the facility; assist in design of testing scenarios and associated electrical, mechanical, electronic systems.
  • Manage data acquisition, quality assurance, and analysis of test data collected at the facility. Recognize potential sources of error. Develop new methods or equipment to reduce or eliminate errors.
  • Assemble and evaluate information and prepare reports to customers and research partners.
  • Develop, document and enforce operational procedures for equipment, instruments and overall use of the testing facility.
  • Program tests and write code to run the site using systems and languages defined by the site supervisor.
  • Perform, and coordinate resources to perform ongoing site maintenance.
  • Supervise undergraduate and graduate students working at the site, including mentoring, scheduling and performance appraisal.
Percentage Of Time 60
Job Duty Category METEC Capability Expansion
Duty/Responsibility
  • Design and prepare engineering plans and specifications for novel equipment and instruments to support desired testing scenarios; coordinate construction, assembly, and testing of equipment and instruments; and participate in the engineering, mathematical, and statistical analysis of experimental data.
  • Assist in preparing proposals and budget requirements.
  • Actively participate in strategic planning for the facility.
  • Attend external client working sessions to understand near- and long-term testing requirements.
  • Collaborate with other staff to inventory and track financial transactions, including equipment donations, project-specific costs, purchases, and other activities relative to project budgets.
Percentage Of Time 20
Job Duty Category Actively Participate in Emissions Research Program
Duty/Responsibility
  • Assist in planning research programs and seeking funding sources.
  • Assist in writing papers, reports and otherwise disseminating research results.
  • Supervise research-focused graduate and undergraduate students working at METEC.
  • Participate in field measurement campaigns.
  • Maintain appropriate safety certifications to work on external client field locations.
  • Assist with engineering related tasks on other research projects as needed.
Percentage Of Time 20

Application Details


Special Instructions to Applicants
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position, a current resume, and the names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. If you have questions, please contact Kate Laughery, [email protected]
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Use, Handling, or Exposure to hazardous materials
Search Contact Kate Laughery; [email protected]
EEO Statement
Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.
The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] .
The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] .
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

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