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Electrical Engineering

The Electrical Engineer conducts investigations, evaluations, and applied research directed toward assisting clients and stakeholders in the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of buildings and energy use in compliance with codes, laws and regulations. This position uses engineering theories and principles and applies them in methods specific to the facility and problems encountered.

• Survey facility operators and engineers to diagnose problems; analyze facility electrical systems and processes
• Investigate and identify solutions to complex electrical problems beyond the capability of common facility engineers
• Develop and prioritize deficiencies and opportunities for operational improvement
• Review electrical designs and plans and track implementation of proposed solutions; perform calculations to size distribution systems and associated equipment
• Create and issue design documents, RFIs, and change orders
• Inspect completed installations and observe operations, to ensure conformance to design and equipment specifications and compliance with operational and safety standards
• Examine and evaluate technical electrical engineering products, systems and subsystems
• Assist with developing educational courses and training customer base through electrical workshops, short courses, and certificate programs within field of expertise
• Prepare technical reports and make recommendations for energy improvements
• Help to develop solutions for issues of long- and short-range planning for capacity/load, energy use, budgeting, capital planning, regulatory/legal compliance, and capital renewal
• Evaluate and interpret current and evolving energy codes and regulations; evaluate and monitor system operation for compliance and efficiency
• Assist in the review and implementation of facility design and construction and develop standards for design and construction; develop operational and maintenance program parameters
• May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

Level:

– Senior Supervisor

Base Description:

– Supervises direct reports, but primarily completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge to perform own work; spends majority of time on tasks related to own job responsibilities. May demonstrate subject matter expertise. Demonstrates intermediate to advanced planning, organizing, directing, and facilitating skills. Demonstrates the ability to coach assigned employees. Assigns and reviews completed work to verify accuracy, quality, and adherence to professional standards. Trains, coaches, mentors, and motivates staff. Anticipates potential problems, issues, and opportunities; researches and recommends solutions within defined policies. May develop creative recommendations for solving problems.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– Typically oversees at least 2 full–time direct reports or equivalent team of part–time and/or student workers (for Professional track, performs work at the Senior Professional level or higher)

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices
– Monitors and tracks budgets for specific area and/or grant(s)
– May assist in planning and forecasting budgets

Problem Solving:

– Encounters moderately complex problems
– Applies general precedents and practices and specialized knowledge and skills to resolve problems
– Understands benefits, limitations and impact of potential solutions
– Anticipates potential problems and recommends possible solutions within general guidelines

Independence of Action:

– Works independently on moderately complex work assignments, reviews progress, and evaluates results
– Organizes work of direct reports and sets team priorities
– Reviews the work of others to verify accuracy, quality, and adherence to professional standards

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally within working unit and the University
– Communicates with external audiences for scheduling/coordination
– May communicate with external audiences for business purposes
– Collaborates closely with team members; may interact with other staff outside of area
– Utilizes a communication style that is appropriate for a given situation
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly, accurately and persuasively both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution

• Comp Grade – 13
• Minimum – $86,300.00
• MidPoint – $107,900.00
• Maximum – $129,500.00