Electrical Engineer

Case Western Reserve University, United States

Updated: about 11 hours ago
Location: Campus, ILLINOIS
Job Type: FullTime

Case Western Reserve University is committed to providing a transparent estimate of the salary range available for this position at the time of its posting. The salary range is between $65,779 and $83,210, depending on qualifications, experience, department budgets, and industry data. 

Employees receive more than just a paycheck. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess.

POSITION OBJECTIVE 

Operating with a high level of independence and under general supervision, the Electrical Engineer will provide technical advisement for the university¿s physical plant. Collaborating with and reporting to the Assistant Director for Facilities Engineering. The electrical engineer is responsible for future infrastructure planning, optimization ongoing operations, and documenting existing conditions. The engineer will provide engineering advice during new construction or renovation projects, while also contributing to the continuous improvement of campus operations.

 

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Provide technical oversight on new construction and renovation projects ranging in size from $5000 to $200m+ and executed by the Division of Campus Planning and Facilities Management (CPFM).  Review electrical drawings for compliance with best practices and university design standards. Visit projects during the construction process to ensure the work is proceeding as designed and verify that installed equipment can and will function as intended.  Participate in and provide oversight of the project commissioning process by working with 3rd party commissioning agents. Leverage skills with instrumentation to independently verify measurements of electrical performance during the commissioning process. Ensure that the installation is in accordance with the plans and specifications. Identify and help resolve discrepancies between design documentation and the project as constructed. (20%)
  • With general oversight from the assistant director for facilities engineering, independently identify and document campus electrical infrastructure needs. Generate design documentation and work with stakeholders within the department to supervise and audit the execution of capital renewal projects to ensure they adhere to the design.  Ensure construction conforms with university standards, state and local building codes, and best practices. Apply data analytics and visualizations to demonstrate the performance improvements achieved by capital projects and equipment modifications. Collaborate with the Department of Sustainability & Energy on initiatives that involve improving the university¿s energy efficiency. (20%)
  • Manage the development, documentation, and periodic revision of standard operating procedures, techniques, and best practices. Further the continuous improvement of maintenance and operations to optimize comfort, equipment resiliency and energy efficiency. Inspect, document, and inventory existing equipment. Document equipment condition, assess the risk of failure and its potential impact on university operations. Participate in the prioritization of needs by various metrics of urgency such as replacement cost, energy use, and overall risk to the university. Identify abandoned equipment for re-use or removal. (15%)
  • Draft electrical one-line drawings, documenting as-built conditions in the field and finalize these one-line drawings in an electronic format. (10%)
  • Develop and execute projects that improve electrical submetering and enhance data collection of campus energy consumption. Guide ongoing maintenance and operation of the campus electrical metering system. (10%)
  • Develop and oversee projects to install variable-frequency controls on electrical motors in facilities across campus. (10%)

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    NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Work with corrective maintenance personnel and controls contractors to select controls equipment and instrumentation. Perform data-logging and data analysis efforts for verification of operation and performance of controls systems. (3%)
  • Assist with the supervision and documentation of regular standby generator testing. Develop projects to enable communication between generator control systems and the campus meter network. (2%)
  • Develop and manage an electrical spare parts program. Identify which components should be stocked to efficiently meet campus needs. (2%)
  • Assist with the response, triage and documentation of equipment and system failures. (2%)
  • Write reports on equipment performance and condition, code and standards compliance, and electrical topics as requested. (2%)
  • Work with zone maintenance staff to help resolve long-term, difficult to determine or unresolved issues. Provide advanced analysis to aid troubleshooting and evaluation of the issues. (2%)
  • Utilize instrumentation such as power logging, multimeters, meggers, and thermography to support department staff with advanced troubleshooting and verification efforts. (2%)
  • Perform other duties as assigned (<1%)

    • CONTACTS 

    Department: Regular contact with the assistant director for facilities engineering to discuss priorities and operational difficulties requiring resolution. Frequent contact with facilities services coordinators and skilled trades workers regarding problematic equipment and failures.  Frequent contact with design managers and construction managers regarding upcoming, ongoing, and recently completed projects.

    University: Occasional contact with facilities management points of contact within schools to document existing conditions and requirements. Occasional contact with administration and faculty involving the resolution of specific problems or urgent projects.

    External: Regular contact with vendors, contractors, consultants, and manufacturers.

    Students: Infrequent contact with students.

     

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

    None

     

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Experience: 3 years of electrical engineering experience working with facilities desired

    Education: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering required. EIT/EI certification highly desired. Registration as a Professional Engineer (any state) is desired.

     

    REQUIRED SKILLS 

  • Possess innovative problem-solving and trouble-shooting abilities to creatively improve and maintain the university's built environment.
  • Knowledge of electrical protection techniques, electrical protection equipment, and protective relaying.
  • Understanding of selective coordination for fuses and circuit breakers.
  • Expertise in electronics and circuit design and the associated analysis principles.
  • Knowledge of electrical standby generators and transfer switches strongly.
  • Ability to research electrical industry products and equipment and analyze their benefits and drawbacks (performance, efficiency, cost, lead time, etc.).
  • Strong technical writing ability for drafting reports regarding equipment needs, design standards, energy consumption, project status and system deficiencies, among other topics.
  • Working knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and calculations regarding return on investment and total cost of ownership.
  • Proficiency with a variety of software for drafting and image editing, including AutoCAD, Visio, Adobe Creative Suite, among others. Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite is preferred.
  • Ability to analyze and manipulate data to create plots, regressions, and perform statistical analyses. Exceptional ability to clearly present complex datasets to effectively drive the informed decision-making processes.
  • Knowledge of controls programming, control loop (PID) concepts and tuning.  Able to review controls programming code from a variety of vendors, contractors, and systems, to include legacy systems.
  • Ability to closely review both drawings and other forms of documentation for accuracy, adherence to best design practices, constructability, cost and energy efficiency, and other key metrics.  Capable of performing electrical engineering analyses on project drawings to technically verify the correctness of design parameters. Able to closely review installation and operation documentation for various pieces of equipment. 
  • Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.
  • Ability to meet consistent attendance. 
  • Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face. 

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    WORKING CONDITIONS 

    Must be physically capable of reaching any area of facilities to inspect jobs, including confined spaces (manholes, tunnels, ditches, etc.), roofs and catwalks. Work may involve frequent bending, stooping, stretching, crawling, and climbing. Work may be outdoors at times, or be located in noisy, hot, wet, dusty or dirty environments. Extended and/or variable working hours may be required, either due to planned or emergency work.

     

    Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer.  All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.

    Case Western Reserve University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.  Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation.  Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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