Chief Engineer

fieldmuseum; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 102,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) plan

PTO & holidays

Employee discounts

Free general admission

Job summary

The Field Museum is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the Facilities engineering team in safely operating and maintaining building systems. You will oversee fire/life safety, HVAC, plumbing and electrical, and implement preventive maintenance programs.

Located at 1400 S DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, the role emphasizes leadership, safety, and reliability with contractor oversight and staff development.

Qualifications

• 10 years engineering work experience with leadership and supervisory duties.
• City of Chicago Stationary Engineers license.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in facility related systems.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, CMMS and building automation systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop engineers and staff.
• Maintain building systems including fire/life safety, HVAC, plumbing and electrical.
• Develop documented preventive, corrective and reliability maintenance plans.
• Oversee safety and compliance within the facility.
• Manage contractors and vendor relationships.
• Keep logs, meters, and data sheets up to date.

Skills

Leadership & supervision

Communication skills

CMMS & building automation

MS Office

Education

City of Chicago Stationary Engineers license

Job description

Position: Chief Engineer

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Department: Facilities

Our Mission: Since the 1893 World Columbian Exposition, our organization has aimed to connect people to the natural environment and human history.

Join our team and enjoy a benefits package that truly supports your well-being and lifestyle:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Including medical, dental, vision plans, and even pet insurance.


• Financial Security: Life and disability benefits plus a 403(b) savings plan to help you plan for the future.


• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, paid sick leave, and paid holidays to ensure you have time to recharge and spend with loved ones.


• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy great employee discounts and complimentary general admission to participating cultural institutions.

We're dedicated to enhancing your life both at work and beyond!

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the management and daily leadership of the engineering team with a focus on safely, efficiently, and effectively operating building machinery and systems. The Chief Engineer will implement and manage all aspects of the fire/life safety, mechanical (HVAC, plumbing, controls), and electrical preventive maintenance programs.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Supervise and manage engineers including training and personal development


2. Oversee the maintenance and continuous operation of all building systems including: fire/life safety, mechanical (HVAC, plumbing) electrical (lighting, generators, primary switch gear, and building automation systems)


3. Identify maintenance objectives and incorporate those objectives into a documented plan that includes all necessary preventive, corrective and/or reliability maintenance procedures


4. Has in-depth knowledge of all building systems and maintenance processes


5. Understands aspects of construction planning and execution


6. Executes equipment inspection and monitoring programs


7. Implements maintenance best practices to improve overall mechanical equipment uptime


8. Continuously evaluates current maintenance, operations and reliability methods and implements changes to enhance effectiveness


9. Identify safety hazards within the building and incorporate the remediation of such hazards to ensure that the building's staff and occupants work in a safe environment.


10. Responsible for overseeing the activities of contractors working within the building


11. Responsible for keeping records of buildings rounds, meter readings, logs and data sheets.


12. Manage contracted maintenance staff and vendors


13. Responsible for ordering all supplies and materials


14. Performs additional job duties as requested.

Qualifications

1. 10 years engineering work experience, including customer service, leadership and supervisory experience


2. City of Chicago Stationary Engineers license


3. Demonstrated technical expertise in facility related systems


4. Working knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office, CMMS, and building automation systems


5. Demonstrated verbal/written communication skills

Supervision Received:
Receives general supervision from the Facilities Operations Manager.

Supervision Exercised:
This position has direct supervisory responsibilities.

Work Hours and Shift:
40 hours per week; Monday-Friday 7:00am to 3:00pm

Hybrid Eligibility:
Not Eligible

Location:
1400 S DuSable Lake Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60605

Union Representation: Not Applicable

Pay Range: $102,000 - $104,000/Annually

We strive to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where team members from all backgrounds can thrive.

The Field Museum is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, embracing diversity, and fostering mutual respect. We value the unique perspectives each team member brings, which empowers our ability to innovate and overcome challenges.

At the Field Museum, we are dedicated to making our career website and recruitment process accessible to everyone. If you encounter any difficulty when using or accessing our online application, or if you need a reasonable accommodation for completing your application, participating in interviews, or any other part of the selection process, please reach out to us at [e-mail].