Mechanical Engineer

Kent Campus - Kent, OH Staff/Unclassified Closing on: Apr 3 2024 996804 Office of the University Architect - Kent Campus [100402] Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Physical Location: Kent Campus - Kent, OH Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 Basic Function: To coordinate the project management team responsible for architectural and/or engineering aspects of small and large renovation and construction projects for Kent State University buildings and facilities, to include programming, construction documentation, project administration, and supervision of consultants and contractors.
Reports to Executive Director, Facilities, Planning and Design or Assistant Director, Architecture and Engineering.
Additional Basic Function – if applicable: Examples of Duties: Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: Provide engineering and project management oversight for studies, design and planning for campus improvement and expansion projects.
Coordinate and/or oversees the preparation of contract documents for construction projects and prepares bid documents.
Prepare bid documents for construction projects relevant to educational experience and/or certifications.
Inspect new construction for compliance with contract documents; analyzes existing construction conditions.
Conduct research for new construction techniques, products, and designs.
Provide consultation to university departments and personnel (including all regional campuses) as it relates to planning, design, project estimating, construction and facility management.
Assist in the selection of contractors and consultants to meet university construction needs; supervises contractors and consultants for assigned projects; reviews contractors and consultants work; approves change orders, schedules, shop drawings and pay applications.
Represent the university at planning, design and construction meetings.
Coordinate the training of maintenance staff related to construction projects.
Provide functional guidance of administrative/professional employees and / or direct supervision of support staff on an on-going basis.
Provide ongoing facilitation of consecutive unrelated projects simultaneously.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or related field; minimum one year progressively responsible experience in facilities management, design and construction administration.
License/Certification: State of Ohio “Engineering Intern” certification, having passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam is required.
Knowledge Of: Local, state, and federal building codes; budgeting; personal computer applications Mechanical and plumbing systems, design and construction techniques Skill In: Written and interpersonal communication Ability To: Lead diverse teams and build consensus Manage people and projects – with emphasis on team-building Preferred Qualifications – if applicable: AutoCAD experience is preferred.
Assessments: Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which may require assessments.
Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements: Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Inspect or investigate buildings and facilities while using stairs, ladders or lifts may be required.
Incumbent may be required to travel from building to building frequently and off campus on occasion.
Working Schedule: Additional Information: Must pass a security check.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Disclaimer: The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position.
Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority.
Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.