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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:

– Supervisor

Base Description:

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

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates appropriate knowledge to perform own work; spends majority of time on tasks related to own job responsibilities. Demonstrates baseline planning, organizing, directing, and facilitating skills. Reviews completed work of others to verify accuracy and quality. Follows recommended approaches to assigned work. Supervises assigned staff and coordinates routine work activities. Monitors employee interactions and facilitates a productive working environment. Communicates instructions and policies in a consistent, effective and timely manner. Identifies and addresses concerns appropriately. Makes recommendations for possible solutions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

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

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices
– May monitor/track budgets for specific area and/or grant(s)

Problem Solving:

– Encounters generally routine problems with progressively more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows standard operating procedures to resolve problems
– May apply specialized knowledge and skills to resolve complex and/or varied problems
– Applies proven and tries new approaches when solving problems

Independence of Action:

– Works with minimal supervision on difficult work assignments, conferring with manager on unusual matters
– Follows precedents and procedures
– Organizes work of direct reports and may set priorities within general guidelines established by manager
– Reviews the work of others to verify accuracy, quality, and conformance to required procedures and special instructions

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 and accurately both verbally and in written materials

• Comp Grade – 12
• Minimum – $76,700.00
• MidPoint – $95,900.00
• Maximum – $115,100.00