Utilities Engineer

This is a diverse Mechanical engineering position that provides technical and administrative management support for the efficient operation and maintenance of the campus mechanical systems. This position must apply scholastic theory and basic project and engineering management skills to a variety of tasks. The Facility Services department is responsible for all distribution and mechanical systems on campus that include: electricity, fire and domestic water, chilled water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, steam and condensate.  Mechanical support is also required for the following: rotating equipment and compressors, steam generators and hot water heaters, Refrigeration and HVAC systems.  This position is required to review and assemble plans and specifications for complex repairs & maintenance strategies to replace/repair/modify all aforementioned systems and equipment.  

Job Duties:

20%- Provide technical expertise for troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems on a campus wide basis. Assemble plans, specifications and procurement documents for projects to correct deficiencies and improve reliability and efficiency of utility and mechanical systems. Ensure compliance with applicable codes to ensure projects are conducted in accordance with LSU policies and procedures. 

20%- Provide technical guidance for ordering necessary equipment/materials, prepare shop drawings and instructions for facility personnel to perform preventative maintenance, repairs, modifications and the replacement of equipment. Provide technical engineering expertise to troubleshoot issues and identify opportunities for improvement.

10%- Manage, administer, and provide fiscal oversight of department service and supplemental manpower contracts. Contracts include but not limited to: electrical manpower, fire sprinkler systems, wastewater testing and analysis, sewer and drain cleaning, fire extinguisher maintenance, water treatment for boiler systems, operational support for Chillers and cooling towers, air handlers and HVAC systems, etc. 

10%- Manage, coordinate, and plan outages associated with day to day operations and new project interconnections. Provide feedback and updates to campus community on unscheduled emergency outages. Reviews and checks plans and specifications of new construction and major alterations to facilities. Ensure compliance with LSU's Design Standards and standard operating procedures. 

10%- Manage the administration of utility systems records, including utility maps, utility consumption and operation records, gas system records and reporting, sewer testing and reporting, Storm water reporting, to ensure that LSU operates within permitted compliance. 

10%- Develop short range and long range plans, procedures and practices for the continuous operations, improvements and maintenance of the University's utility, HVAC and other mechanical systems. Determine the optimal design, maintenance and operation of mechanical systems. Prepare project reports and budgets for management team. 

10%-Assist Facility Planning, Design and Construction Professional Engineers in the advanced analysis and design of a variety of campus wide mechanical systems; chill water, steam, potable water, storm water, sewerage, etc.  Reviews and checks plans and specifications submitted by consultant engineers of new construction or major alterations to all facilities. Ensures they comply with LSU's Design Standards. 

10%- Provide general technical support to all of facility services crafts and departments. This will include, but not limited to, plumbing/pipe fitting, pumps & boilers, machine/millwright departments, electrical, carpentry, roofing, landscape, custodial, etc.  Other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with 3 years of applicable experience

Certifications/Licenses:

Valid Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications:

5 years of related experience. Engineering graduates that have taken and successfully passed the FE Exam. 2 years Facility Maintenance experience with emphasis on mechanical systems.

Preferred Certifications/Licenses:

FE Exam

Salary Range

$74,297.50 - $89,157

Special or Physical Qualifications:

Due to the nature of this position and/or position responsibilities this position shall be subject to drug/alcohol testing in accordance with University Policy Statement 67.  In accordance with University Policy Statement 18, this position is considered essential and may be required to report or stay on campus in the event of an emergency or closure. Must be able to lift 50 pounds, be capable of stooping, kneeling, or crouching; able to reach and/or climb a ladder, climb stairs, and bend their back, must be able to operate a computer, telephone, and other office machinery, remain seated for extended periods of time, bend, squat, twist, move about to accomplish tasks, ability to receive and exchange detailed information through oral and written communication, make substantial movements of the wrists, hands, or fingers. Due to the position's physical requirements, a pre-employment physical examination will be required per FASOP: HR-04.