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Job Title: Energy Systems Engineer
PVN ID: VC-2406-006302
Category: Managerial and Professional
Location: OFFICE OF VC - FACILIT PLAN, CONSTRUC & MGMT
Job Description
General Description
As a member of the Engineering Group in the Office of Facilities Planning, Construction, and Management (FPCM), the Energy Systems Engineer will play a vital role in the successful implementation of the multi-year/multi-billion-dollar design and construction program at CUNY’s 25 campuses. With a strong focus on enhancing the campuses’ state of good repair and energy efficiency, the Energy Systems Engineer will provide engineering services and support the FPCM project management team on capital projects managed by FPCM, executed through multiple entities including the City University of New York (CUNY), the New York Dormitory Authority (DASNY), the New York State Power Authority (NYPA) and in the case of leased spaces, the managing agents and/or landlords. Under the supervision and guidance of the Director of Engineering with support from the Sustainable CUNY team, the Energy Systems Engineer shall:
Assess existing facilities and programmatic needs resulting in the identification of the infrastructure required to enhance the state of repair of the targeted facilities, and the development of recommendations on the optimal pathway to implement the associated project(s)
Develop and review detailed scopes of work to be used in the procurement of architecture and engineering consultant services, ensuring that the scopes of work are in alignment with the energy master plan of the respective campus. The scope of work shall identify the facility needs, potential alternative pathways to meet those needs, the evaluation approach, and deliverables to be created by the Architect/Engineer at each phase of design. Includes development of high-level design and construction schedules and budgetary/Class V cost estimates
Develop and actively manage energy-focused planning, design, and construction projects across the CUNY portfolio, with a focus on solar, geothermal, battery storage, roofing, heating, and ventilation, building automation systems, and retro-commissioning projects
Coordinate interdisciplinary reviews and conduct the review of architectural & civil engineering, mechanical engineering, and electrical engineering components of consultant proposals, engineering analyses, scopes of work, design reports, and design documents to ensure that CUNY Design Guidelines and industry best practices are applied and that the projects are constructable within the specialized higher education environment
Update guidelines and procedures for projects in conformance with applicable codes and regulations
Prepare civil, mechanical, electrical, and environmental standards and specifications for incorporation into designs, preventative maintenance procedures for building systems to be implemented by the campuses; and tools for monitoring the implementation of such procedures (i.e., Computerized Maintenance Management System)
Provide project management reports as required by the Director of Engineering
Advise project management teams on available technologies to achieve programmatic (i.e., decarbonization, automation, preventative maintenance, enhanced state of good repair) and project-specific goals
Other Duties
Represent the Director of Engineering in conferences and meetings in his absence
Perform quality assurance site visits during the construction phase and prepare detailed reports
Conduct research, perform diagnostics, and troubleshoot building systems and equipment within one’s area of expertise, including Building Automation Systems, solar, and battery storage
Support the identification and testing of innovative technologies for incorporation into CUNY projects, with a focus on technologies that will enhance the energy efficiency of CUNY’s facilities
Participate in conferences, events, and networking and learning opportunities, including the development and delivery of technical presentations to CUNY FPCM colleagues on topics in one’s area of expertise
Actively participate in industry organizations such as the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Leadership in Educational Facilities (APPA) and their associated New York State subsidiaries, including committee participation and development of conference papers and presentations
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering degree in Civil, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering
Minimum of 3 years of experience in the design, analysis, and troubleshooting of building systems in large commercial and residential buildings (>50,000 sq. ft.)
Experience with New York State and/or New York City design and construction projects
Experience with Computer Aided Design and proficiency with Microsoft Office software
Preferred Qualifications
Master of Science or Master of Engineering degree in Civil, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering
Experience in higher education facilities preferred; experience with design of energy efficiency upgrade projects including roofing systems, energy efficiency retrofits, and Building Automation Systems
New York State Professional Engineering license preferred
Core Competencies
Excellent written and verbal communication
Ability to work on multiple design and construction projects at one time
Excellent organization skills and the ability to multi-task
Ability to work under pressure and to meet multiple deadlines
Ability to prioritize competing work
Self and team motivator
Ability to be a team player
Ability to set project priorities and adjust implementation strategies
Ability to work effectively with staff, associates, and internal and external constituents
Knowledgeable of capital and operating budgets
Alert, observant, and looking for ways to improve processes
Out-of-the-box thinker, creative, inventive, and adaptable to situations
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About the Research Foundation
The Research Foundation of The City University of New York (RFCUNY) was established as a not-for-profit educational corporation chartered by the State of New York in 1963. RFCUNY supports CUNY faculty and staff in identifying and obtaining external support (pre-award) from government and private sponsors and is responsible for the administration of all such funded programs (post-award).
RFCUNY stands between CUNY’s principal investigators (PIs) and the sponsors who support them and strives to fulfill its essential responsibilities to both groups. Working closely with individual PIs and Grants Officers on the campuses, RFCUNY oversees employment, accounting, audit, reporting, purchasing, and special responsibilities that include management of a planned giving program; liaison with governmental agencies and foundations; negotiation of agreements; facility construction and renovation; protection and commercialization of intellectual property; and compliance with applicable standards in research involving human subjects, animal care, environmental and radiological safety, and conflicts of interest.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record, criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Key Features
Department Dept. of Engineering
Status Full Time
Annual Salary Range $90,000.00 - $110,000.00
Closing Date Aug 10, 2024 (Or Until Filled)
Bargaining Unit No
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