Cogeneration Systems Engineering Manager

Davita Inc.; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Davita Inc. seeks a Cogeneration Systems Engineering Manager for its operations in North Carolina. This role entails managing the operations and maintenance of cogeneration systems, ensuring environmental compliance, and directing a diverse team. The position offers an opportunity to lead significant energy projects and develop sustainable practices in a crucial sector of the university's energy services.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid leave options

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline and four years of related experience.
• Demonstrated experience in personnel supervision and project management.
• Licensed Professional Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations, maintenance, and fuel purchases for cogeneration systems.
• Establish short and long-term goals and budgets.
• Oversee a team of 79 employees.

Skills

Project management

Personnel supervision

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department	ES CG-227110
Career Area	Engineering and Architecture
Posting Open Date	05/30/2025
Application Deadline	06/27/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Position Type	Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title	Cogeneration Systems Engineering Manager
Appointment Type	EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number	00021810
Vacancy ID	NF0009138
Full Time/Part Time	Full-Time Permanent
FTE	1
Hours per week	40
Position Location	North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
Proposed Start Date	07/07/2025

Position Information

The Energy Services Department consists of five groups: (1) Cogeneration Systems (generates electricity and steam, and the distribution of steam throughout campus and UNC Hospitals); (2) Electric Distribution Systems (distribution of electrical power throughout campus); (3) Chilled Water Systems (producing and distributing chilled water throughout campus); (4) Water, Wastewater and Stormwater (for the use and conservation of water, as well as the proper management of stormwater and runoff); and (5) Administration (provides GIS, SCADA, coordination of operational information technologies, strategic planning, and management functions). Together these five groups provide safe, reliable, environmentally responsible, and cost-effective steam, electricity, chilled water, sanitary sewer, reclaimed water, and potable water utility services to the University's campus.


The primary purpose of Cogeneration Systems is the generation of steam to the various buildings on the University campus and to the UNC Hospitals. Steam is critical to the operations of the University and UNC Hospitals. It is used for heating, cooling, domestic hot water, sterilization of surgical instrument, distilled water production, food preparation and dish washing. Cogeneration Systems also generates electricity as a byproduct of the steam generation. It can presently supply about 30 percent of the peak campus electrical load. Cogeneration Systems is part of UNC Energy Services.

The primary purpose of the Cogeneration Systems Manager is to manage the operations, maintenance, fuel purchases, environmental compliance, and the growth of Cogeneration Systems to meet the needs of the University in a safe, reliable, and environmentally friendly manner. This is achieved by establishing both short term and long-term goals for Cogeneration Systems and managing them in a fiscally responsible manner. This position provides motivation, direction, and supervision to 79 employees, of which, eight are direct reports. The eight direct reports are a multi-disciplinary group of persons who, in turn, are responsible for plant and steam system engineering, plant operations, campus steam system operations and maintenance, power plant mechanical maintenance, instrumentation and controls, warehouse operations and purchasing, and the administration office.

Long term goals are established by this position in concert with staff engineers and design consultants to determine the needs of Cogeneration Systems to meet the long-term objectives of the University. Master Utility studies establish the infrastructure needs and identify required projects. The position works with staff engineers, members of Energy Services and other groups within the University to justify the projects, determine the fiscal needs for the projects, participate in the design process thereof, establish implementation schedules, and provide oversight during any required construction. This position is responsible for the monitoring of and meeting the requirements of the changing environmental regulatory climate.

Short term goals are established by this position to ensure continued safe and reliable supply of steam and generated electricity to the campus and the UNC Hospitals. This position develops the yearly budget to ensure that funds are available for the purchase of fuels, effective and proactive maintenance, and continued training of staff, and to ensure that environmental compliance is met, while also minimizing the impact on the rates charged to the customers. This position establishes operational and maintenance standards.

Additional duties will include: (1) Landfill Gas System: Engine Generator, Gas Collection System, Gas Treatment and Flare System, 2 miles gas pipeline. Plus, new regulatory issues associated with the pipeline and air permits for engine and flare at the landfill and (2) Environmentally: Title V Reporting (Quarterly, Semi-annually, and Annually), testing protocols and scheduling, Department of Energy reporting, NOX Cap and Trade Program, RICE MAT (Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines - Maximum Achievable Control Technology Standard), Section 112J MACT, One Plan, NPDES (National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System) reporting and administration.

Engineer Supervisor: Bachelor's degree in the engineering discipline related to the area of assignment and four years of related engineering experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Architect Supervisor: Bachelor's degree related to the area of assignment and four years of related experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Licensed to practice architecture or landscape architecture by the North Carolina Board of Architecture or the North Carolina Board of Landscape Architects. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Bachelor's degree in the engineering discipline related to the area of assignment and four years of related engineering experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Demonstrated experience in personnel supervision, project management from planning to implementation and hands-on budget management.

Licensed Professional Engineer

Utilities management within municipality and/or university/higher-education setting

Individual familiar with purchasing fuels and other similar commodities.

This position communicates daily with its direct reports on operational, planning and personnel matters. II is also required to communicate with other groups within Energy Services as well as the University at large.

This position will interact with a variety local, state and federal agencies.

This position meets with Architect/Engineering (AE) firms to oversee and provide direction concerning the planning, designing, and construction of improvements, renovations and additions to the Cogeneration System facilities and steam distribution systems.

This position must be able to adapt and adjust priorities in response to a variety of changing working conditions inherently brought about by the facility conditions.

The position must stay abreast of the constantly evolving environmental regulations as these may have an effect on the operation and budget of the facility.

Be a Tar Heel!	A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
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