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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:

– Principal Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Displays mastery of defined skill areas/applications, principles, theories and practices. Evaluates and enhances existing practices. Recognizes emerging trends in area of expertise. Works independently on complex or strategic assignments. Directs and delegates appropriate tasks to others. Implements strategies to ensure achievement of initiatives. Prepares written and/or verbal presentations or proposals on complex issues and deliver to broad audiences. Identifies and implements innovative solutions to important, highly complex strategic and/or operational issues.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– Indirect supervisor for other full–time employees
– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers, volunteers, or a full–time employee

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– Validates and pays invoices
– Monitors and tracks budgets and funding
– May plan and forecast budgets

Problem Solving:

– Encounters complex and novel problems
– Applies policies, practices, 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 complex or strategic assignments
– Uses existing practices as guidelines as well as working knowledge to determine specific work methods
– Carries out work activities independently, with supervisor available to resolve problems
– Reviews work of others to verify technical soundness

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates with both internal and external audiences
– Collaborates closely with team members and area leads across the University
– Prepares written and/or verbal presentations or proposals on complex issues and delivers to a broad variety of audiences
– Establishes and maintains networks to facilitate successful communication among units

• Comp Grade – 14
• Minimum – $97,100.00
• MidPoint – $121,400.00
• Maximum – $145,700.00