The University of Texas at Austin
Mechanical Graduate Engineer or Mechanical Engineer
The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Mechanical Graduate Engineer or Mechanical Engineer
Location:
Austin, TX
Hiring Department:
Utilities and Energy Management
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
Overview We are “the power behind UT”. Utilities and Energy Management (UEM) provides dependable and efficient electricity with 99.99% reliability, as well as chilled water, steam, deionized water, compressed air, and emergency power for The University of Texas at Austin. We have more than 170 employees in five divisions: Utilities Operations; Utilities Distribution; Power Systems, Controls, and Operating Technology; Finance and Administrative Services; and Engineering and Technical Services.
Core Values
Safety : Commitment to the well‑being of our fellow employees, ourselves, and the campus community.
Respect : Treating everyone with fairness and dignity.
Integrity : Transparency, honesty, trust and ethics in our work and our relationships.
Reliability : Delivery of consistent, dependable, and uninterrupted services.
Teamwork : Working together through cooperation, contribution, and the sharing of our knowledge.
Excellence : Setting the highest standards through innovation, collaboration, forward‑thinking, and stewardship.
Benefits
Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities.
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin’s libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
Security & Background Check Security sensitive; Certified 3‑Year Driving Record and Criminal Background Check conducted on selected applicant. Hiring decision is contingent upon applicant clearing background check and driving record requirements. Maintain acceptable driver rating as established in Policy: UTS157 Section 2.5.4.
Purpose The Mechanical Graduate Engineer or Mechanical Engineer supports all Utilities and Energy Management (UEM) working groups in a mechanical engineering capacity specific to utility plants and distribution systems. The role applies UEM and industry standards and/or complex engineering analyses and procedures to ensure safety, compliance, and reliability of mechanical systems.
Responsibilities
Mechanical System Engineering: Evaluate, troubleshoot, and review operation of utility systems including combustion gas turbines, steam turbine generators, chillers, boilers, cooling towers and distribution systems. Analyze controls, automation, and metered data to identify opportunities for improvements, recommend corrective actions, and optimize system performance.
Project Management: Manage and coordinate special utility system projects by developing schedules, cost estimates, budgets, detailed final construction plans, specifications, special conditions, contracts, and agreements. Oversee project progress from preliminary feasibility and long‑range planning through design, construction, and commissioning.
Reporting: Prepare documentation for investigations, feasibility studies, and other projects including initial, progress, and final reports. Determine project initial and long‑term costs and savings and prepare life‑cycle analyses. Report findings through written reports and presentations using advanced reporting tools such as Tableau and Power BI.
Technical Guidance and Compliance: Advise on industry standards and code requirements. Maintain, update, and create design and construction specifications and standard details. Review engineering scopes of work, assist in engineering firm selection, and review deliverables from outsourced engineers.
Design and Construction Phase Reviews: Perform technical design review as a subject matter expert in mechanical engineering, review construction submittals, respond to requests for information, and review proposed contract changes for compliance with design standards.
Communications Liaison: Facilitate effective communication among department and campus stakeholders. Establish connections with external entities such as government agencies, contractors, consultants, and the public to facilitate the exchange of information, coordinate collaborative efforts, address inquiries, and provide timely responses.
Continuous Improvement: Foster a collaborative team environment. Identify and implement innovative solutions to enhance system efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. Identify opportunities for process improvement within assignments.
Safety and Compliance: Follow all University and UEM policies and procedures, take required training, and report safety hazards. Perform work tasks in a safe manner, wear proper personal protective equipment, and report near misses and incidents. Implement and enforce safety protocols in all assigned activities. Abide by UEM core values and drive UT vehicles in a safe manner.
Additional duties: Perform other related functions as assigned. Carry university‑issued cell phone during work and on‑call hours. Expected to work at all UT Austin campuses and facilities.
Required Qualifications Mechanical Graduate Engineer
Certified Engineer‑In‑Training.
Bachelor’s degree from an ABET‑accredited program in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and energy systems.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to identify and solve problems, think critically, and create solutions.
Ability to adapt to change and quickly learn new technologies and processes.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presentations to non‑technical audiences.
Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
Mechanical Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas or licensed in another State with the ability to obtain reciprocity in Texas within 6 months of employment.
Minimum four years experience in industrial, steam, chilled water, or utility systems.
Experience with project management and budget development.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to identify and solve problems, think critically, and create solutions.
Ability to adapt to change and quickly learn new technologies and processes.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presentations to non‑technical audiences.
Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications Mechanical Graduate Engineer
Familiarity with environmental regulations in the energy sector.
Experience in the development or review of construction standards or codes.
Experience in educational, research and/or health care facilities.
Experience in energy and water conservation programs.
Experience using data visualization software such as Tableau or Power BI.
Knowledge and skills in AutoCAD and Revit applications.
Mechanical Engineer
Seven or more years related experience in industrial, steam, chilled water, or utility systems.
Familiarity with environmental regulations in the energy sector.
Experience in the development or review of construction standards or codes.
Experience in educational, research and/or health care facilities.
Experience in energy and water conservation programs.
Experience using data visualization software such as Tableau or Power BI.
Knowledge and skills in AutoCAD and Revit applications.
Driving Required This job requires a class "C" operator's driver’s license. The applicant selected must provide a current three‑year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident.
Salary Range Mechanical Graduate Engineer - $90,000 + depending on qualifications
Mechanical Engineer - $115,000 + depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
May work in all weather conditions
May work in extreme temperatures
May work around chemical fumes
May work around standard office conditions
May work around biohazards
May work around chemicals
May work around electrical and mechanical hazards
Environmental Demands
May work around standard office conditions
Personal Protection Equipment usage is mandatory in all operating spaces that include hearing and eye protection, gloves, suitable attire and breathing devices may be required under certain conditions.
Exposure to heat, chemicals, heated surfaces and asbestos.
Exposure to electrical and explosive hazards.
Exposure to computer emissions.
Exposure to biohazards.
Exposure to extreme temperatures.
Physical Tasks
Use of a keyboard and personal computer
Fine manual dexterity
May be required to perform elevated work.
Occasional work from ladders and/or scaffolds.
May be required to lift up to 50lbs.
Often required to twist, grasp, push, pull and bend.
Additional Working Conditions
May be required to work in confined spaces, manholes, tunnels, elevated work.
May be exposed to loud noise, high dust and allergen levels.
Often required to twist, grasp, push, pull and bend.
May work on other UT campuses and related work sites.
Required to work on construction sites and within power and chilled water plants.
Must be able to operate job‑related equipment and computer software.
Work Shift
40 Hr Work Schedule, Weekdays, 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM, on campuses. Limited weekend, holiday, and after‑hours work or availability may be required.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Proof of degree and EIT/Licensure documentation
Employment Eligibility Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
E-Verify The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Compliance Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Higher Education
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Austin, TX
Hiring Department:
Utilities and Energy Management
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
Overview We are “the power behind UT”. Utilities and Energy Management (UEM) provides dependable and efficient electricity with 99.99% reliability, as well as chilled water, steam, deionized water, compressed air, and emergency power for The University of Texas at Austin. We have more than 170 employees in five divisions: Utilities Operations; Utilities Distribution; Power Systems, Controls, and Operating Technology; Finance and Administrative Services; and Engineering and Technical Services.
Core Values
Safety : Commitment to the well‑being of our fellow employees, ourselves, and the campus community.
Respect : Treating everyone with fairness and dignity.
Integrity : Transparency, honesty, trust and ethics in our work and our relationships.
Reliability : Delivery of consistent, dependable, and uninterrupted services.
Teamwork : Working together through cooperation, contribution, and the sharing of our knowledge.
Excellence : Setting the highest standards through innovation, collaboration, forward‑thinking, and stewardship.
Benefits
Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities.
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin’s libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card
Security & Background Check Security sensitive; Certified 3‑Year Driving Record and Criminal Background Check conducted on selected applicant. Hiring decision is contingent upon applicant clearing background check and driving record requirements. Maintain acceptable driver rating as established in Policy: UTS157 Section 2.5.4.
Purpose The Mechanical Graduate Engineer or Mechanical Engineer supports all Utilities and Energy Management (UEM) working groups in a mechanical engineering capacity specific to utility plants and distribution systems. The role applies UEM and industry standards and/or complex engineering analyses and procedures to ensure safety, compliance, and reliability of mechanical systems.
Responsibilities
Mechanical System Engineering: Evaluate, troubleshoot, and review operation of utility systems including combustion gas turbines, steam turbine generators, chillers, boilers, cooling towers and distribution systems. Analyze controls, automation, and metered data to identify opportunities for improvements, recommend corrective actions, and optimize system performance.
Project Management: Manage and coordinate special utility system projects by developing schedules, cost estimates, budgets, detailed final construction plans, specifications, special conditions, contracts, and agreements. Oversee project progress from preliminary feasibility and long‑range planning through design, construction, and commissioning.
Reporting: Prepare documentation for investigations, feasibility studies, and other projects including initial, progress, and final reports. Determine project initial and long‑term costs and savings and prepare life‑cycle analyses. Report findings through written reports and presentations using advanced reporting tools such as Tableau and Power BI.
Technical Guidance and Compliance: Advise on industry standards and code requirements. Maintain, update, and create design and construction specifications and standard details. Review engineering scopes of work, assist in engineering firm selection, and review deliverables from outsourced engineers.
Design and Construction Phase Reviews: Perform technical design review as a subject matter expert in mechanical engineering, review construction submittals, respond to requests for information, and review proposed contract changes for compliance with design standards.
Communications Liaison: Facilitate effective communication among department and campus stakeholders. Establish connections with external entities such as government agencies, contractors, consultants, and the public to facilitate the exchange of information, coordinate collaborative efforts, address inquiries, and provide timely responses.
Continuous Improvement: Foster a collaborative team environment. Identify and implement innovative solutions to enhance system efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. Identify opportunities for process improvement within assignments.
Safety and Compliance: Follow all University and UEM policies and procedures, take required training, and report safety hazards. Perform work tasks in a safe manner, wear proper personal protective equipment, and report near misses and incidents. Implement and enforce safety protocols in all assigned activities. Abide by UEM core values and drive UT vehicles in a safe manner.
Additional duties: Perform other related functions as assigned. Carry university‑issued cell phone during work and on‑call hours. Expected to work at all UT Austin campuses and facilities.
Required Qualifications Mechanical Graduate Engineer
Certified Engineer‑In‑Training.
Bachelor’s degree from an ABET‑accredited program in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and energy systems.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to identify and solve problems, think critically, and create solutions.
Ability to adapt to change and quickly learn new technologies and processes.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presentations to non‑technical audiences.
Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
Mechanical Engineer
Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Texas or licensed in another State with the ability to obtain reciprocity in Texas within 6 months of employment.
Minimum four years experience in industrial, steam, chilled water, or utility systems.
Experience with project management and budget development.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to identify and solve problems, think critically, and create solutions.
Ability to adapt to change and quickly learn new technologies and processes.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presentations to non‑technical audiences.
Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications Mechanical Graduate Engineer
Familiarity with environmental regulations in the energy sector.
Experience in the development or review of construction standards or codes.
Experience in educational, research and/or health care facilities.
Experience in energy and water conservation programs.
Experience using data visualization software such as Tableau or Power BI.
Knowledge and skills in AutoCAD and Revit applications.
Mechanical Engineer
Seven or more years related experience in industrial, steam, chilled water, or utility systems.
Familiarity with environmental regulations in the energy sector.
Experience in the development or review of construction standards or codes.
Experience in educational, research and/or health care facilities.
Experience in energy and water conservation programs.
Experience using data visualization software such as Tableau or Power BI.
Knowledge and skills in AutoCAD and Revit applications.
Driving Required This job requires a class "C" operator's driver’s license. The applicant selected must provide a current three‑year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident.
Salary Range Mechanical Graduate Engineer - $90,000 + depending on qualifications
Mechanical Engineer - $115,000 + depending on qualifications
Working Conditions
Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished)
May work in all weather conditions
May work in extreme temperatures
May work around chemical fumes
May work around standard office conditions
May work around biohazards
May work around chemicals
May work around electrical and mechanical hazards
Environmental Demands
May work around standard office conditions
Personal Protection Equipment usage is mandatory in all operating spaces that include hearing and eye protection, gloves, suitable attire and breathing devices may be required under certain conditions.
Exposure to heat, chemicals, heated surfaces and asbestos.
Exposure to electrical and explosive hazards.
Exposure to computer emissions.
Exposure to biohazards.
Exposure to extreme temperatures.
Physical Tasks
Use of a keyboard and personal computer
Fine manual dexterity
May be required to perform elevated work.
Occasional work from ladders and/or scaffolds.
May be required to lift up to 50lbs.
Often required to twist, grasp, push, pull and bend.
Additional Working Conditions
May be required to work in confined spaces, manholes, tunnels, elevated work.
May be exposed to loud noise, high dust and allergen levels.
Often required to twist, grasp, push, pull and bend.
May work on other UT campuses and related work sites.
Required to work on construction sites and within power and chilled water plants.
Must be able to operate job‑related equipment and computer software.
Work Shift
40 Hr Work Schedule, Weekdays, 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM, on campuses. Limited weekend, holiday, and after‑hours work or availability may be required.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest
Proof of degree and EIT/Licensure documentation
Employment Eligibility Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University‑Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.
Retirement Plan Eligibility The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Background Checks A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Pay Transparency The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Employment Eligibility Verification If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.
E-Verify The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:
E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]
Compliance Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Higher Education
Recruitment Notice Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The University of Texas at Austin by 2×
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