Mechanical Engineer
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Job Title: Mechanical EngineerPVN ID: VC-2406-006299Category: Managerial and ProfessionalLocation: OFFICE OF VC - FACILIT PLAN, CONSTRUC & MGMTJob DescriptionGeneral DescriptionAs a member of the Engineering Group in the Office of Facilities Planning, Construction, and Management(FPCM), the Mechanical Engineer will play a vital role in the successful implementation of the multi-year/multi-billion-dollar design and construction program at CUNY's 25 campuses. With a strong focus on enhancing the campuses' energy efficiency, the Mechanical Engineer will provide engineering services for all capital projects managed by FPCM executed through multiple entities including the City University of New York (CUNY), the New York Dormitory Authority (DASNY), the New York State Power Authority (NYPA) and in the case of leased spaces, the managing agents and/or landlords. The Mechanical Engineer shall:+ Assess existing facilities and programmatic needs resulting in the identification of the infrastructure needed to enhance the state of repair of the targeted facilities and the optimal pathway to implement+ Use their knowledge of best practices to advise campuses on the incorporation of energy efficiency and decarbonization elements in projects+ Develop detailed scopes of work to be used in the procurement of architecture and engineering consultant services. The scope of work shall identify the facility needs, potential alternative pathways to meet those needs, the evaluation approach, and deliverables to be created by the Architect/Engineer at each phase of design. Includes development of high-level design and construction schedules and budgetary level cost estimates+ Review engineering analyses, scopes of work, design reports, and design documents to ensure that industry best practices are applied and that the projects are constructable within the specialized higher education environment+ Update guidelines and procedures for projects in conformance with applicable codes and regulations+ Prepare mechanical Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) standards and specifications for incorporation into designs, preventative maintenance procedures for HVAC/Mechanical Systems to be implemented by the campuses; and tools for monitoring the implementation of such procedures+ Providing project management reports as required by the Director of Engineering+ Advise project management teams on available technologies to achieve programmatic (i.e., decarbonization, automation, preventative maintenance, enhanced state of good repair) and project-specific goalsOther Duties+ Represent the Director of Engineering in conferences and meetings in his absence+ Perform quality assurance site visits during the construction phase and prepare detailed reports+ Conduct research, perform diagnostics, and troubleshoot Mechanical/HVAC systems and equipment+ Support the identification and testing of innovative technologies for incorporation into CUNY projects, with a focus on technologies that will enhance the energy efficiency of CUNY's facilities+ Participate in conferences, events, networking, and learning opportunitiesQualificationsMinimum Qualifications+ Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering degree in Civil, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering+ Minimum of 3 years of experience in the design, analysis, and troubleshooting of HVAC systems in large commercial and residential buildings (>50,000 sq. ft.)+ Experience with Computer Aided Design and proficiency with Microsoft Office softwarePreferred Qualifications+ Master of Science or Master of Engineering degree in Civil, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering+ New York State Professional Engineering license+ Experience in higher education facilities+ Familiarity with the design of boilers, chillers, steam, and hot water heating distribution systems+ Familiarity with Building Automation Systems and energy efficiency upgrades+ Experience with New York State and/or New York City design and construction projectsCore Competencies+ Excellent written and verbal communication+ Ability to work on multiple design and construction projects at one time+ Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task+ Ability to work under pressure and to meet multiple deadlines+ Ability to prioritize competing work+ Self and team motivator+ Ability to be a team player+ Ability to set project priorities and adjust implementation strategies+ Ability to work effectively with staff, associates, and internal and external constituents+ Knowledgeable of capital and operating budgets+ Alert and observant and looking for ways to improve processes+ Out-of-the-box thinker, creative, inventive, and adaptable to situationsRFCUNY Benefits RFCUNY Employee Benefits and AccrualsAbout the Research FoundationThe Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) was established as a not-for-profit educational corporation chartered by the State of New York in 1963. RFCUNY supports CUNY faculty and staff in identifying and obtaining external support (pre-award) from government and private sponsors and is responsible for the administration of all such funded programs (post-award).RFCUNY stands between CUNY's principal investigators (PIs) and the sponsors who support them and strives to fulfill its essential responsibilities to both groups. Working closely with individual PIs and Grants Officers on the campuses, RFCUNY oversees employment, accounting, audit, reporting, purchasing, and special responsibilities that include management of a planned giving program; liaison with governmental agencies and foundations; negotiation of agreements; facility construction and renovation; protection and commercialization of intellectual property; and compliance with applicable standards in research involving human subjects, animal care, environmental and radiological safety, and conflicts of interest.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.Key FeaturesDepartment Dept. of EngineeringStatus Full TimeAnnual Salary Range $90,000.00 - $110,000.00Closing Date Nov 22, 2024 (Or Until Filled)Bargaining Unit NoActions+ Apply+ Print+ Email+ Linkedin+ Facebook ( at RFCUNY)+ Google+ + Twitter ( Openings at RFCUNY+