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Title: Mechanical Engineer Senior/Energy Manager

Application Review Date: August 4, 2026

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer Senior/Energy Manager is responsible for managing and optimizing energy usage on campus. The main goal is to optimize energy utilization, increase energy efficiency, maintain the operational status of equipment/systems as designed, and lower energy costs. The energy manager will conduct energy audits, identify areas of inefficiency, develop and implement energy-saving initiatives, monitor energy usage and costs, assist with negotiating energy contracts, and educate staff on energy conservation and efficiency practices.
This position is designated as essential personnel and may be required to work during closings or emergency situations.

Required Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of mechanical engineering.
• Considerable skills in developing and preparing contract documents.
• Thorough knowledge of communication protocols. Knowledge of Windows operating systems.
• Ability to test, evaluate, implement, and troubleshoot networking hardware and software malfunctions in a complex, campus-wide telecommunications network.
• Extensive knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical, pneumatic, and digital controls.
• Highly familiar with Excel. Supervisory experience of technical mechanical trades personnel.
• Valid Virginia driver's license.
• Energy Manager Certification or ability to obtain within the first year of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of LEED and other sustainability tracking systems.
• Ability to use diagnostic tools to analyze, identify, and resolve telecommunications and control problems.
• Extensive knowledge of Johnson Controls ADX (extended application and data server), Lutron Lighting Control System, and Automated Logic Corporation (WebCtrl software) for energy-saving strategies.
• Demonstrated experience in the development of presentations and other report writing tools.
• Knowledge of utility-grade power generation from non-utility sources.

Employment Conditions: 

• Valid Virginia driver's license required.
• Energy Manager Certification or ability to obtain within the first year of employment.
• This position is designated as essential personnel and may be required to work during closings or emergency situations.
  

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Classified Staff

Normal Work Schedule: M-F 8:00 -5:00 some evenings and weekends

Employee Classification: Architect/Engineer I

Department: FM Maint & Oper

Salary: $86,134 - $130,000 (Commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Department Contact Name: Michele Thacker

Department Contact Phone: 540-831-7800

Department Contact Email: mthacker@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university's policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years' of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.