Facilities Engineer II - University of Massachusetts Medical School

Overview

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: 

The Facilities Engineer II is responsible for assisting in the planning of new facilities as well as installation, operation and maintenance of all facilities systems at MassBiologics.  Assists with managing assigned infrastructure and capital improvement projects.

Responsibilities

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with design, installation and troubleshooting of building mechanical, electrical and architectural systems.
• Reviews design plans, specifications, cost estimates, and schedules.
• May participate in analysis and modification project scope, budgets and schedules.
• Works with the Maintenance Manager to coordinate available personnel with current workload.
• Develops and maintains various databases, architectural standards and specifications.
• Synthesizes interdependent elements, assists with strategy development, recommends alternatives, and implements action plans for routine and unanticipated projects and studies.
• Assists with the development and implementation of departmental operating policies, systems and procedures,
• Assists with the development of safety policies, procedures, manuals and training programs.
• Prepares Standard Operating Procedures, Change Controls and Incident/Deviation Reports when required.
• Maintains effective working relationship with associates, departmental heads, administrators, and the general staff.
• Keeps abreast of current trends and developments in the field.
• Serve as the clerk of the works
• Performs additional job related duties as required.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Facilities Engineer
• Thorough knowledge of building design process, mechanical/electrical systems, construction methods and materials.
• Ability to analyze, design, test and troubleshoot building mechanical and electrical systems, including but not limited to electrical distribution, controls, HVAC and piping.
• Working knowledge of building codes/standards and environmental and safety regulations, including but not limited to National Electrical Code, Massachusetts State Building Code, ASHRAE, NFPA and OSHA.
• Ability to present information verbally in a clear and concise manner and to produce legible and meaningful written communications necessary to interact with Campus and contract personnel workers.
• Ability to produce working drawings and maintain building drawing database using AutoCAD 14 or higher. Evidence of formal AutoCAD training is highly desirable.
• Dexterity, visual acuity.

Additional Information

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with the administration and programming of a computerized Building Management System is strongly preferred.