Lead Stationary Engineer (Chief Engineer)

Rowan College at Burlington County; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rowan College at Burlington County seeks a Lead Stationary Engineer (Chief Engineer) to manage the college's mechanical systems, including the central plant, hot water and chilled water loops, domestic water, natural gas distribution, and Building Automation Systems across campuses. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, contractor coordination, and energy conservation.

The incumbent will supervise engineering staff, develop schedules, ensure regulatory compliance, and respond to

Qualifications

• Education: Associate Degree or equivalent experience.
• 5 years in stationary engineering and HVAC services including boilers, chillers, and Building Automation Systems.
• 3 years supervising stationary engineers and HVAC maintenance staff.
• 2 years managing small installation/renovation projects (<$100k).

Responsibilities

• Supervise all Stationary Engineering staff and set operator schedules.
• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for HVAC equipment.
• Schedule, coordinate and supervise contracted services for equipment and installations.
• Operate and maintain Building Automation Systems across locations and monitor energy use.

Skills

Driver's License

NJ Black Seal In-Charge

HVAC systems

Energy management

MEP drawings

Basic computer skills

Maintenance management systems

Snow removal equipment

Education

Associate Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

CMMS

Job description

The Lead Stationary Engineer (Chief Engineer) is responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the College’s mechanical systems including operation of a central cooling and heating plant. Distribution systems include heating hot water and chilled water distribution systems, Domestic Water distribution systems, Natural Gas distribution systems. Also included are a Building Automation Systems remote building HVAC systems and miscellaneous refrigeration heating and cooling equipment.
This is a Support Staff Union position as stated in the Support Staff collective bargaining agreement, Grade Level I.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise all Stationary Engineering staff
  • Set operator schedules to ensure regulatory compliance and safe operation at all times.
  • Oversees leave schedules.
  • Maintain limited overtime hours.
  • Monitor Stationary Engineer performance.
  • Perform Stationary Engineering duties when necessary.
  • Evaluate and train as needed.
  • Meet regularly with Staff.
• Develop and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for HVAC equipment. Assign tasks via CMMS system. Verify the completion of Work Orders in an efficient, professional and timely manner. Schedule any required follow-up.
• Schedule, coordinate and supervise contracted services. Plan all installation of new equipment, required alterations/repairs and or routine servicing of installed equipment. Create contracts annually for outside services on HVAC equipment.
• Operate and maintain Building Automation Systems at all college owned and operated locations. Develop equipment schedules to achieve balance of comfort and energy conservation. Monitor energy usage and develop strategies to meet energy conservation goals. Maintain program code to ensure proper HVAC operation. Avoid costly down time through proper operation.
• Troubleshoot operational issues with the Central Energy Plant and building mechanical systems. Repair as needed mechanical failures to limit down time interruptions.
• Maintain Fire protection systems. Included are Fire Control Panels, Sprinkler Systems, FM200 System and all Dry Chemical Kitchen Systems. Coordinate all necessary repairs. Schedule and complete annual and semi-annual certifications. Maintain fire system record.
• Schedule and carry out all regulatory inspection, certification and calibrations including but not limited to Fume Hoods, Refrigeration, Pressure Vessels and Life Safety equipment.
• Supervise water treatment program to closed and open systems to prolong equipment life, assure reliable operation. Provide GMP and testing and prevent growth of undesirable organisms.
• Perform condition assessments for ASHEA comparison. Development of major repair and replacement budgets in support of the master planning effort of the college. Furnish input to the deferred maintenance/capital budget process.
• Participates in the design process of large-scale projects with engineers and architects for new construction and renovation.
• Report to work when called during bad weather or emergencies.
• Operate snow removal equipment in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

OVERALL PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITY:

The primary and most important overall responsibility of all employees is to provide service in a pleasant, helpful, and effective manner to our students and other members of the College community.

Minimum Qualifications

Education Required: Associate Degree or equivalent experience

Experience Required:

• 5 years of experience in stationary engineering and HVAC services including but not limited to operation and maintenance of boilers, Condensing, Fire Tube and Water Tube. Operation of centrifugal chillers (greater than 400T), Siemens Building Automation Systems, Building Air Handlers, Unit ventilators, Fan Coil units, exhaust and return fans, heating and cooling coils; cooling and heating pumps and valves; cooling towers and heat exchange units.
• 3 years’ experience supervising the work of Stationary engineers and HVAC maintenance employees.
• 2 years’ experience managing small (under $100k) installation / renovation projections.

Skills/Abilities /Knowledge /Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
• Must Possess a valid NJ Black Seal \"In-Charge\" or higher license.
• Knowledge of and operating experience with central heating and cooling plants. Equipment includes condensing, fire tube and water tube hot water boilers and centrifugal chillers.
• Knowledge of and operating experience with water distribution systems. Included are Primary, Secondary, Disconnected loops and Decoupled Loops.
• Knowledge of and operating experience with electrical circuits utilizing 480vac and below.
• Knowledge of accepted water treatment practices and principles for cooling towers, boilers, chillers and both open and closed loop systems.
• Knowledge of and operating experience with Siemens Building Automation Systems and Energy Management Strategies. Abilities to collect and evaluate energy data.
• Ability to read and interpret MEP drawings and circuit diagrams to diagnose system defects.
• Knowledge of and operating experience with basic computer operations and system applications such as Microsoft Office. Ability to navigate the internet and intranet.
• Knowledge of and operating experience with Maintenance Management/Preventive Maintenance systems.
• Skilled in operating snow removal equipment.

Additional Information

INSTITUTIONAL EFFECTIVENESS:

Collaborates with department members and/or the Compliance, Assessment and Research team to support planning, assessment, data collection and reporting for continuous improvement of the college.

Employee Classification: Support Staff Grade I

Residency Requirement: The New Jersey First Act requires employees of all public institutions of higher education to reside in the State of New Jersey unless otherwise exempted under the law.