Facilities Engineering Manager

The Ohio State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 88,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Facilities Engineering Manager to lead the Maintenance Engineering Group, supervise daily operations, troubleshoot building systems, and manage repairs and projects with emphasis on maintainability and lifecycle costs.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field, 5 years of relevant experience, and a valid driver’s license; PE or CEM is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related technical field or equivalent; 5 years of relevant experience.
• Contract management background required.
• Knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical equipment and systems.
• Understanding of building standards and maintenance methods.
• Familiarity with heat transfer, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, lubrication techniques and materials.
• Experience with measurement equipment and recording systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical instructions and plans.

Responsibilities

• Provides direction and supervision for the day-to-day and planned activities of the Maintenance Engineering Group.
• Troubleshoots building system operation and maintenance problems.
• Maintains equipment histories for assigned areas.
• Reviews plans and specifications for projects.
• Manages repairs and construction projects related to maintainability and life cycle costs.
• Oversees the preventive maintenance program.
• Recommends improvements to building systems based on data and engineering best practices.

Skills

Team leadership

Contract management

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Heat transfer & thermodynamics

Fluid dynamics

Lubrication techniques

Plan reading

Technical instructions interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Measurement equipment & recording systems

Job description

Job Title

Facilities Engineering Manager

Department

Administration and Planning | FOD Operations Support

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Support Services, the Facilities Engineering Manager:

• Provides direction and supervision for the day-to-day and planned activities of the Maintenance Engineering Group
• Troubleshoots building system operation for current and potential building system maintenance problems
• Maintains equipment histories as necessary for assigned areas
• Reviews plans and specifications
• Managers repairs, and construction projects for operations concerns/issues related to maintainability and life cycle costs of building systems and components
• Provides oversight and direction to the preventive maintenance program
• Recommends improvements to building systems based on data and engineering best practices

Normal schedule is 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, but is subject to changes in shift, hours, days, and/or location as operations dictate.

In accordance with the Disaster Preparedness and University State of Emergency Policy 6.17, this position has been designated as a standby position.

Minimum Education Required: Bachelor’s Level Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related technical field or equivalent; 5 years of relevant experience, valid Driver’s License; contract management background, knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical equipment and systems, building standards, building systems maintenance, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, lubrication techniques and materials, measurement equipment and related recording systems, understand and interpret technical instructions, plan reading.

DESIRED Qualifications: 8-12 years of relevant experience; Considerable experience in building systems operations, work group management; building system controls; preventive maintenance program development and oversight; Professional Engineer (PE) certification or Certified Energy Manger (CEM) certification.

Additional Information

The target hiring range for this job profile is $88,300 - $115,350 annually. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.

Function – Facilities, Engineering and Acquisition

Sub Function - Facilities Operations

Band – People Leader

Level - M2 Manager

Location

Kinnear Rd, 1100 (0373)

Position Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.