Electrical Engineer II

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Educational fee discounts

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Engineer II in Columbia Township, Missouri. This position is responsible for managing projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and preparing engineering designs and specifications. The salary range is $95,000 - $98,000 annually, and the role includes a variety of benefits such as medical and educational fee discounts.

The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least two years of relevant experience. Licensure as a professional engineer is preferred, and proficiency with AutoCAD is essential. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a related engineering field.
• Licensure as a professional engineer preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage design projects from concept to completion.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and codes.
• Prepare engineering designs and specifications.
• Conduct construction observations and address client queries.

Skills

Project management

Electrical engineering design

AutoDesk AutoCAD proficiency

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Hiring Department

Planning, Design & Construction

Job Description

At Planning, Design, and Construction, we are passionate about shaping the University of Missouri (MU) Columbia campus’s future by creating innovative, high-quality spaces that inspire and support the university's mission. We lead every phase of design and construction, from concept to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Whether it is new buildings, renovations, or infrastructure improvements, our expert team collaborates with campus stakeholders to bring visionary designs to life. With a blend of in‑house design talent and industry‑leading project and construction management, we are committed to building a campus that drives success and enhances the MU experience.

Nature of Work

Provides professional engineering services to meet client requests/needs and to manage the day‑to‑day activities of other project team members.

• Performs a variety of assignments and analyses that impact the Engineering Construction & Design function.
• Analyzes, reviews and designs construction plans, specifications, and equipment as needed.
• Solves routine to complex problems and provides solutions, recommendations, etc.
• Analyzes potential solutions using experience, judgments and precedence, providing input and recommendations.
• Impacts the quality of own work and the work of others on the team, ensuring efficient workflows, productivity, etc.
• Explains complex information to others, ensuring audience understanding.
• Provides project management on various multi‑disciplinary projects ensuring compliance with contract documents and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Confer with department representatives to determine and coordinate design criteria for completion of design drawings; advise concerning practical design and feasibility of design drawings for specific projects.
• Collaborate with other Campus Facility and University stakeholders; understand and apply campus standards for building systems. Develop engineering designs, construction drawings and specifications to renovate existing building systems.
• Prepare engineering studies and reports providing information necessary to develop long‑range facilities planning.
• Plan, assign, and manage workload and activities of professional staff, provide assistance and instruction, assure accuracy and completeness, and code compliance; monitor design staff progress; with respect to adherence to schedules, hours, expended time on projects, and quality of overall product.
• Prepare engineering analysis of project including preliminary design, calculation, life‑cycle cost and equipment selections for managing engineer's review.
• Verify existing conditions; collect field information.
• Perform electrical engineering design, including but not limited to: building power distribution, equipment selection, lighting calculations, fixture selections and layout, fire alarm design, and analysis of existing electrical systems.
• Prepare code‑compliant engineering design drawings using university and industry standards.
• Prepare technical construction specifications.
• Exhibit proficiency with AutoDesk AutoCAD software.
• May review and seal project specifications and construction documents prepared by the technical staff.
• Review and approve project cost estimates and schedules.
• Manage bid process.
• Review shop drawings and related construction submittals.
• Perform contract administration tasks such as field observations, submittal review, prepare responses to questions, supplemental instruction, etc.
• Conduct construction observations and punch lists.
• Advise clients on the project scope, schedule, and budgetary constraints; understand interrelationship between these project components and how they affect project viability.
• Exhibit understanding and ability to recommend construction/project costs and durations.
• Exhibit proficiency with building codes, national standards, and guidelines as identified by the University System related to new construction and renovation of facilities.
• Forecast project delivery requirements and required manpower resources.
• Manage departmental staff time and project related costs including monthly invoicing procedures.

Shift

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary. Licensure may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed as a professional engineer and with the ability to become licensed in the state of Missouri.
• Must possess a valid driver's license, which will allow legal operation of a motor vehicle in the State of Missouri.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $95,000 - $98,000 annually

Grade: GGS-11

University Title: Engineer II

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.