Electrical Facilities Engineer - Campus Operations & Projects

West Virginia University; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick days and time off

401(a) retirementSavings 6% match

Wellness programs

Job summary

West Virginia University is seeking a Facilities Engineer in Facility Operations to provide comprehensive electrical engineering support for campus systems. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, lifecycle planning, and technical guidance to improve reliability and efficiency.

The role supports capital projects, develops standards, and collaborates with internal teams and contractors to deliver safe, compliant infrastructure. Strong communication and project-management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, or equivalent education and work experience, in electrical engineering, with emphasis on medium voltage distribution or construction management.
• A minimum of Three (3) years Facilities Engineering with focus on electrical infrastructure, electronics and integration of various infrastructure components.
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment

Responsibilities

• Investigate equipment failures and customer complaints; perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Provide engineering expertise and technical support for troubleshooting, design, and maintenance of electrical systems and infrastructure.
• Analyze electrical systems, medium voltage substations and distribution, switchgear, motor control centers, and facility transformers to ensure safety, reliability, efficiency, and compliance with codes and standards.
• Monitor system performance and recommend upgrades, technologies, and strategies to improve reliability, efficiency, and lifecycle costs.
• Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and field conditions to verify proper installation and operation.
• Plan, assess, and support campus medium-voltage electrical distribution systems, including data collection and operational analysis.
• Develop long-term solutions, capital improvement plans, and deferred maintenance strategies, including cost estimates and replacement analysis.
• Support capital project planning, including scope development, facility assessments, and design reviews with recommended electrical strategies and equipment.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, design guidelines, and standard operating procedures to ensure consistency and best practices.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Medium voltage

Troubleshooting

Design analysis

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Job description

West Virginia University is seeking a Facilities Engineer in Facility Operations to provide comprehensive electrical engineering support for campus systems. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, lifecycle planning, and technical guidance to improve reliability and efficiency.

The role supports capital projects, develops standards, and collaborates with internal teams and contractors to deliver safe, compliant infrastructure. Strong communication and project-management skills are essential.