Lead Mechanical Engineer

001 University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 87,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rochester in Rochester, NY seeks a mechanical engineer to lead design work for renovations and additions to university facilities. You will provide professional mechanical engineering services across research, design, and construction phases, and mentor junior engineers.

A Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering plus 6 years of experience is required; a NYS license is preferred. The job is full-time with a 40-hour work week, based at 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering required
• 6 years of experience in mechanical engineering required
• Master's degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Maintains responsibility for mechanical engineering design in support of renovations and additions to University facilities.
• Provides full range of professional mechanical engineering services in all phases of research, design and construction.
• Mentors and trains new or lower level engineers.

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address): 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 100035 Assoc VP Office of Facilities Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URG 114 Compensation Range: $86,900.00 - $130,300.00 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

Maintains responsibility for mechanical engineering design in support of renovations and additions to University facilities. Provides full range of professional mechanical engineering services in all phases of research, design and construction. Mentors and trains new or lower level engineers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manages and coordinates in-house mechanical design projects, including responsibility for planning, scheduling, estimating, client contact, preliminary and final design/drawings, preparation of contract documents, bidding, field supervision, project inspection, and approval for conformance and payment, etc.
• Provides professional advice and judgment in application of building and fire codes, understanding of project procedures, processing of project documents, and relationships with clients.
• Maintains general familiarity with project and dialogue with client on matters related to project.
• May assign and supervise selected tasks to subordinate staff.
• Prepares recommendations on building maintenance.
• Maintains authority to seal and certify drawings.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree and 6 years of experience in mechanical engineering required Master's degree preferred Or equivalent combination of education and experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

New York State Mechanical Engineer license preferred

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

Learn. Discover. Heal. Create.

Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.