Trainee Graduate Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Decatur, GA

Overview

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Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.

The Campus Engineering team exists to provide support to all aspects of design, construction, operation, and maintenance of campus facilities. Campus facilities include not only the buildings which are occupied by our students, faculty and staff, but it also includes central campus utility plants and the associated utility systems, including chilled water, steam, power, and natural gas

During the design process, first, our Team creates and maintains the design standards for building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, power distribution, and lighting. These standards are used by us, and by our outside consultants, to guide the design efforts of new buildings and renovation projects. Our team is also responsible for reviewing the design documents created by the consultants to ensure that their designs comply with standards.

During construction projects, our Team is often called upon to provide advice related to unforeseen conditions which are discovered during demolition work. We often provide a second review of material and equipment submittals, as well as shop drawings. On most campus construction projects, the day-to-day interaction with the contractor is managed by our co-workers within one of the Construction teams. However, on a few projects we may be called on to manage those day-to-day contractor activities.

Post construction, and throughout the life of the facilities, our team serves to provide advice to our Operation & Maintenance teams, and our Utilities Maintenance team, when a problem grows larger than their capacity. We also plan and prepare the way for projects to replace equipment as it nears the end of life. We are always looking ahead for opportunities to increase efficiency and resiliency in the systems.

If you have experience in this type of work, please consider applying to join our Team.

Plan and execute the operation, maintenance, repair, replacement, and location of Mechanical systems including HVAC, chilled water, steam, sewers and associated components. Develop a long-term Mechanical replacement plan and an annual execution plan. Define Mechanical training needs and deliver training. This position will interact on a consistent basis with: Staff and management, project managers, building managers, building occupants, vendors, contractors, students, and visitors.This position typically will advise and counsel: Staff and management, project managers, building managers, building occupants, vendors and contractors.This position will supervise: NA

Job Duty 1 -
Provide engineering support and assist the Utilities and Power Plant Superintendents in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the Mechanical Utility generating and distribution equipment, building Mechanical systems, and utility locating.
Job Duty 2 -
Develop and manage replacement and repair projects for mechanical components and systems with in-house and contract services.
Job Duty 3 -
Maintain a campus 1-year equipment replacement plan. Develop the annual MRR execution plan.
Job Duty 4 -
Assist area managers to solve issues involving Mechanical systems.
Job Duty 5 -
Define training needs and provide or coordinate training services.
Job Duty 6 -
Perform other duties as assigned

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Other Required Qualifications
Overnight travel required for project delivery; flexibility in on-site daily service delivery hours (due to client shift schedules, project requirements)
Required Experience
Six to eight years of job related experience

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Fundamentals Examine (FE) or Engineer-in-training (EIT) certified, Georgia Professional Engineering License or LEED Certification
Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's Degree in related field

SKILLS
Technical ability including expertise in Mechanical systems and troubleshooting, competence in field operations, mechanical utilities and controls, and basic knowledge about engineering tools and regulations. Computer skills including standard MS Office software and CAD. Management ability including very good written, organization, and delegation skills, good verbal skills, and basic knowledge about scheduling, coordination, and estimating. Project management ability including competence in developing specifications, contract, and contract execution.

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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

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This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Job Code: S8

Pay Range Starting At: $86,136.00 -$117,145.00

Location: Atlanta, GA

Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening