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Electrical Engineer (Senior Engineer) - Department of Architectural/Engineering Services - Division of Facilities Management (3414)

Working Position Title Electrical Engineer (Senior Engineer) - Department of Architectural/Engineering Services - Division of Facilities Management (3414)

Classification Title

Position Number

Position Number 00003414

Open Date

Open Date 08/26/2022

Close Date

Priority Review Date

Priority Review Date 09/18/2022

Business Unit Description

Business Unit Description SPS

Full-Time/Part Time

Full-Time/Part Time Full-Time

FTE

FTE 1.00

Position Status

Position Status Regular

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Job code

Job code 1800

Union Representation

Union Representation Non-Union

Union Code

Unit/Department

Unit/Department Architectural/Engineering Svcs

College/Unit

College/Unit Facilities Management

Division

Division Administration & Finance

Location

Location PP 105

Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page

Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview

The individual in this position works in association with other architectural and engineering staff in the department where multiple disciplines are required for completion of assignments. In addition to involvement with facility/infrastructure repair/construction projects, the individual will work as part of a team focused on energy management which will include involvement in analyzing consumption and peak demands, developing campus wide strategies for improving efficiencies, energy conservation and short/long term utility purchasing strategies.

Position Summary

Responsible for highly technical,



professional electrical engineering services which include: major planning and development for repair, modification, and replacement of the University’s electrical systems. Execute assignments and special projects, some with unusual difficulty which require engineering with a high degree of experience, knowledge and skills for planning, analysis, design, preparation of electrical design documents, detailed estimates, and the coordination and administration of major electrical/construction projects.
The individual in this position in consultation with the Director of A/E Services will determine work priorities and methods. This position requires a knowledge and working capability in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Autodesk Revit (Building Information Modeling), AutoCAD, (Computer Aided Drawing), Adobe, BlueBeam, building energy modeling programs and other computer aided drawing/analysis programs. The individual will also be responsible for grant writing when opportunities arise in consultation with the Director of A/E Services.

Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS)

- Bachelor’s degree from an approved college of engineering in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering as required by the position to be filled in the area of specialization inherent in the position may be required




- Certificate of registration as a Registered Professional Engineer from the Illinois Department of Registration and Education

Additional Requirements (SPS)

Requires ability to inspect construction sites, climb ladders, and traverse rough terrain and unfinished construction to access building areas and systems for assessment and inspection.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

Area of Responsibility

Essential Job Duties Within Area of Responsibility

Planning and development for campus wide electrical system repair, improvement and replacement projects.
Establish and maintain long and short range planning for electrical systems, distribution, and related building electrical equipment repair and improvements. Collect and analyze statistical data and prepare recommendations for prioritized repairs, alterations to, or expansion electrical equipment of the institution.
Assist in managing and updating NIU construction standards specific to electrical specifications and other related specifications.
Reference material and guidelines include the “National Electrical Code, International Building Code, NFPA Life Safety Code and NIU Electrical Construction Standards. The Director and assistant directors of Physical Plant, and other professional staff members also serve as resources.

Percentage Of Time 30

Area of Responsibility

Essential Job Duties Within Area of Responsibility

Management of and assistance with projects prepared by outside consultants.
Meet with departments and building committees, consulting architects and appropriate agencies to assist in developing project scopes, review layouts, concepts, time sc

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