Mechanical Engineer

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University in Tallahassee is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for the Facilities - Maintenance department. The role supports boilers, chillers, HVAC systems, and piping upgrades, developing construction documents and performing detailed estimates.

You will supervise the mechanical engineering subsection, oversee project purchasing and budgeting, and contribute to the university's master planning and energy efficiency initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Professional Mechanical Engineer licensure per Florida Statutes required.
• Valid State of Florida or Georgia driver's license or ability to obtain upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides mechanical engineering services for boilers, chillers, HVAC, pumps and piping infrastructure to support renovations and upgrades.
• Develops engineering designs and specifications to produce construction documents per Florida Administrative Code 61G15-34.
• Reviews designs for compliance with FSU design guidelines, energy efficiency, maintainability and cost effectiveness.
• Coordinates purchasing, procurement, budgeting, and administrative management for mechanical projects and supports campus master planning.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 62215

Department

Facilities - Maintenance

Responsibilities

• Provides Mechanical Engineering Services including, but not limited to, utility plant boilers and associated steam and condensate pump and piping infrastructure; chillers and associated condenser wells, pumps and piping infrastructure; plant and building HVAC systems, process and fluid flow systems, heat and energy transfer system, plumbing systems and instrumentation and control systems to make substantial renovations and/or upgrades to facilities utilized by the University community. Develops engineering designs and specifications necessary to produce construction documents per the Florida Administrative Code Section 61G15 Chapter 34. Performs detailed estimates of labor and materials required to implement construction documents. Provides construction administration services, including but not limited to, submittal review, commissioning review, and inspections.
• Responsible for interpreting University policies and federal, state, and local codes, including, but not limited to, the Florida Building Code, NFPA, ASHRAE, ASME, ASPE, and ANSI relating to mechanical construction projects. Maintains and updates the FSU design guideline standards. Reviews mechanical engineering designs and specifications for all minor and major projects that are performed by outside engineering consultants for compliance with FSU design guidelines, sound engineering practices, cost effectiveness, energy efficiency, and maintainability.
• Responsible for supervising the Mechanical Engineering subsection of the FSU Engineering Services department. Signs and seals, drawings, and specifications were prepared under their direct supervision.
• Coordinates and administers purchasing, procurement, budgeting, and administrative management for mechanical projects. Assists in developing the campus and utility master planning to facilitate the University’s growth. Assists in developing both the Utilities and Maintenance 5-year capital budget plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Registration as a professional Mechanical Engineer in accordance with Chapter 471, Florida Statutes.
• A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or ability to obtain upon hire.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Anticipated Salary Range

The anticipated starting salary is $92,305, commensurate with experience.

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Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position is being readvertised. Previous applicants need not reapply.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.