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Mechanical Engineer II

Employer
Georgia State University
Location
Atlanta, GA
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

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Description

Mechanical Engineer II

Facilities Management Services

Design and Construction

Location: Atlanta Campus **Location subject to change**

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. Shift subject to change

These are exciting times in the Design and Construction Department. We are growing, and we are thrilled that you are interested in being a part of our team. We are surrounded by individuals empowered to use their expertise and talents to achieve our mission to pursue excellence.

Are you ready for us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you!  We hire great people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do but because it makes us a stronger team. 

The Design and Construction Department seeks (1) Mechanical Engineer II to join an already excellent team and take this department to the next level of excellence!

WHAT MAKES the Design and Construction Department A GREAT PLACE?

    A flexible work environmentGenerous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partnersProfessional development opportunity and mentorshipA rapidly growing center within an academic setting
HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

The ideal candidate will provide technical expertise in mechanical matters, plumbing, and fire protection to the University, such as HVAC, ductwork, piping, controls, energy management systems, fire protection, etc.  They will also review engineering proposals, design drawings, written specifications, and shop drawings submitted by consultants and contractors. In addition to supporting the departments, the Mechanical Engineer II also:

    Reviews and oversees mechanical designs and shop drawings prepared by contract consultants and contractors for code compliance. Participates in the selection and hiring of consultants and in preparing construction documents. Provides engineering consultation to Facilities and other departments concerning HVAC, energy management, and other mechanical issues. Oversees the construction of assigned mechanical and construction projects. Assists contractors, Facilities Maintenance and Operations, Design and Construction Services (D&CS) Project Managers, Consultants, and city and state agencies in construction-related matters. Prepares and manages architectural, engineering, and construction administration contract agreements between the University, design professionals, and contractors.Prepares cost estimates for design and construction-related capital project budgets. Manages project budgets and schedules. Provides input into determining what projects are to be funded each year. Performs other related duties as assigned.


Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:

    Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or mechanical Engineering Technology and four years of related experience or a combination of education and related experience.
Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

    Experience in HVAC/ Plumbing system designFamiliarity with OSHA building, mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection codesFamiliarity with construction industry standards of practice and various codes enforced for construction and good engineering practice.Professional Engineer license


College/Business Unit
Open until filled

College/Business Unit: Facilities Management Services
Location: Atlanta Campus
Job Posting: 01/24/25, 6:06:17 PM

Organization

Founded in 1913 in Atlanta, Georgia State University is the second-largest and one of four research institutions in the University System of Georgia. The University serves one-fourth of the graduate students in the university system; it is within a one-hour commute of more than one-third of the state’s population. Approximately 80 percent of all Georgia State alumni live and work in Georgia.georgia_state_university1.jpg

Georgia State’s main campus is located on 34 acres in downtown Atlanta. University centers in Alpharetta, Brookhaven, Buckhead and Henry County offer students convenient suburban locations for graduate courses in business and education.

More than 50,000 students annually attend Georgia State University. While 90 percent of the students are from Georgia, students also come from all 50 states and 160 countries. More than 1,400 international students attend Georgia State and graduate students comprise 31 percent of the student population.

georgia_state_university2.jpgThe University offers more than 52 degree programs in more than 250 fields of study – from public policy and African-American studies to biology and health sciences. Degrees are offered at the bachelor’s, master’s, specialist and doctoral levels through six units: the College of Arts and Sciences, J. Mack Robinson College of Business, College of Education, College of Health and Human Sciences, College of Law and Andrew Young School of Policy Studies. In addition to the numerous degree programs, Georgia State offers full- and part-time programs and day, evening and weekend classes.

Students have many choices in extracurricular activities including more than 22 fraternities and sororities; and some 250 chartered student groups, including 60 degree-related student groups, seven religious, 24 law-oriented and 22 multicultural/international groups; and 10 honor societies. There is also an active student government association which includes the student senate and the judicial board.

The Georgia State Panthers are members of the Colonial Athletic Association and compete in 16 NCAA Division I intercollegiate men’s and women’s sports, including basketball, baseball, softball, golf, tennis, track and volleyball. The university announced in April 2008 that is will begin Division I-AA football in 2010.

The university’s innovative Touch the Earth program brings outdoor recreation ranging from backpacking, rock climbing, sailing, kayaking, rafting and water-skiing to out-of-state snow-skiing and snorkeling trips. And WRAS, Georgia State’s popular 100,000-watt radio voice, is the most powerful student-run radio station in the United States.

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