Retrocommissioning Engineer

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: about 1 year ago
Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO
Deadline: 20 Mar 2023

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information


Working Title Retrocommissioning Engineer
Position Location Fort Collins, CO
Work Location Position qualifies for hybrid/in-office work
Research Professional Position No
Posting Number 202300313AP
Position Type Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Classification Title Prof/Indiv Contrib II
Number of Vacancies 1
Work Hours/Week 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range $85,000 to $90,000
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 03/20/2023
Description of Work Unit
A broad spectrum of support for Facilities Operation is provided by licensed engineers and staff. The scope of engineering services includes: studies, problem investigation, field evaluation, analysis, and corrective or replacement design and construction documents with project or construction management as necessary.
Position Summary
This position is for an Engineer with experience in commissioning or retrocommissioning. As an Engineer, this person is expected to have a minimum of two years of commissioning or retrocommissioning experience but she/he does not need to be currently registered as a Professional Engineer. This position works under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director of Engineering & Capital Construction but will work with all architects, engineers, project managers, and Operations staff in Facilities Management.
Required Job Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering which must have been obtained from an ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Engineering program.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.
  • And Minimum two years of building commissioning or retro-commissioning experience.
Preferred Job Qualifications
  • A good understanding of the operation, troubleshooting and design of building mechanical systems.
  • Ability to run trends and adjust settings in BAS controls.
  • Understanding of the interpretation and application of building codes, including IBC, IPC, IECC and NFPA.
  • Commissioning or retrocommissioning experience with large institutional buildings, lab buildings, high performance buildings, etc.
  • Energy modeling of institutional buildings.
  • Experience with relevant computer programs such as Carrier E20, Trane Trace,.etc.
  • Experience navigating Building Automation Systems (BAS)
  • Experience working with interdisciplinary teams.
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 Commissioning, Retrocommissioning, HVAC Troubleshooting
Duty/Responsibility
  • Conducts commissioning and retrocommissioning audits on campus buildings. These audits should identify low cost/no cost measures and capital improvements to help the buildings operate more efficiently, improve occupant comfort, reduce utility costs, and achieve performance targets outlined in the new Colorado Building Performance Standards legislation.
  • Work with the Operations and Remodel & Construction Services (RCS) to implement measures where feasible with available resources.
  • Quantify savings and implementation costs for capital measures identified during building audits in order to help prioritize projects to be implemented from the Energy Reserve Fund.
  • Utilize utility database to run reports and perform analysis of energy and water use to help prioritize buildings to target for retrocommissioning.
  • Work with Operations personnel and utilize building automation system (BAS) to run trends to help diagnose building problems and inefficiencies.
  • Conduct testing post-installation to ensure the measures are performing as designed.
  • Ability to conduct Life Cycle Cost comparisons.
Percentage Of Time 85%
Job Duty Category Retrocommissioning & Troubleshooting
Duty/Responsibility
  • Evaluate building mechanical energy problems, develop reports and make recommendations to correct problems. When complaints are received from the building users about the mechanical and plumbing systems determine what the issues are and address them. 
  • Install mechanical or plumbing test equipment to monitor the mechanical or plumbing system to determine what the problems are. 
  • Interpret the results of the tests, and make recommendations to correct the problems.
  • Assist Operation Shops with troubleshooting of building mechanical distribution system problems.
Percentage Of Time 10%
Job Duty Category Other Duties as assigned
Duty/Responsibility
  • Support the Assistant Director for Engineering & Capital Construction, and the Utility Services Manager as needed with short-term projects and assignments.
Percentage Of Time 5%

Application Details


Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License - Colorado
Search Contact [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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