Thermal Utilities Distribution Engineer

Zymtronix Catalytic Systems Inc; City of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care options

Retirement contributions

Tuition benefits

Education benefits

Vacation & holidays

Diversity programs

Job summary

Cornell University seeks an Utilities Distribution Engineer to lead engineering and technical support for steam, hot water, and chilled water distribution systems on a 24/7/365 basis. You will design, analyze, and manage renewals and upgrades while coordinating with operations, maintenance, and campus stakeholders.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 3-5 years in thermal distribution, and NY PE licensure eligibility, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and a willingness to work in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3-5 years in technical roles related to thermal distribution systems.
• Direct experience managing construction projects of any size.
• Ability to secure NY State Professional Engineering license.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Experience in design, maintenance or operation of thermal distribution systems.
• Demonstrates Cornell values of truth, respect, teamwork, integrity and excellence.
• Ability to work in an environment with high ambient temperature, noise and dust.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Experience modeling values that support inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering leadership and technical support for steam, hot water, and chilled water distribution systems.
• Apply hydraulic modeling, system analysis, and lifecycle cost evaluation to inform decisions.
• Support commissioning, documentation control, regulatory compliance, and emergency response.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, project management, consultants, and campus stakeholders.

Skills

Mechanical engineering expertise

Thermal distribution systems

Project management

Design & construction experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Driver's license

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

DDC systems knowledge

Job description

Cornell University seeks an Utilities Distribution Engineer to lead engineering and technical support for steam, hot water, and chilled water distribution systems on a 24/7/365 basis. You will design, analyze, and manage renewals and upgrades while coordinating with operations, maintenance, and campus stakeholders.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 3-5 years in thermal distribution, and NY PE licensure eligibility, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and a willingness to work in