Electrical Engineer

The Chronicle of Higher Education

Bloomington, IN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Architectural Services, Budget Management, Budgeting, Building Codes, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CADD (Computer-Aided Design and Drafting), Communication Skills, Communication Systems, Consulting, Cost Estimates, Depth Perception, Design Document, Documentation Plan, Driver's License, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Engineering, Engineering Consulting, Establish Priorities, Facilities Planning, Facilities and Maintenance, Federal Laws and Regulations, Identify Issues, Leadership, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Lighting Design Software, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, National Electrical Code, OSHA, People Management, Performance Analysis, Power Outages, Professional Engineer, Project Estimates, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Compliance, Staff Training, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, Systems Maintenance, Technical Leadership, Time Management, University/School Policies
LOCATION
Bloomington, IN
POSTED
1 day ago

Job SummaryDepartment‑Specific ResponsibilitiesParticipates in departmental project teams and other duties as assigned by leadership.Reviews design documents for compliance with University Standards.Develops project scope and budgets in a timely manner.Manages projects with outside consultants and in‑house design from initial conception to completion for all university campuses and other properties.Communicates with University staff and faculty, outside consultants, vendors, contractors, facility maintenance teams and other members of the Capital Planning and Facilities team.General ResponsibilitiesPrepares design documents (plans and specifications) for electrical systems.Researches and interprets current state and federal codes and design standards as well as university standards.Makes decisions based on the proper application of the standards using knowledge and expertise to all design concepts and renovations.Manages assigned projects and sees through to completion.Prepares project cost estimates.Provides technical guidance to colleagues and staff across campuses.Provides assistance in design/procurement/maintenance of IU communication systems as requested.Directs, coordinates, and administers the activities of the Electrical Engineering division.Provides guidance to staff on priority‑setting and strategy development.Monitors performance for accuracy and completeness.Reviews design work performed by in‑house staff.Ensures staff are properly trained to monitor compliance with state and federal regulations; university policy and guidelines; safety and OSHA compliance, departmental objectives, goals, processes, and procedures.Participates in on‑site inspections and project start‑ups.Examines buildings for code compliance.Consults on high‑voltage systems.Assists the utility department to resolve high‑voltage issues.Responds to power outages if requested.Helps troubleshoot problems.Assists in long‑range planning and budgeting.Periodically updates the electrical design standards.QualificationsEducationRequired: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.Work ExperienceRequired: 5 years electrical engineering experience in an institutional or consulting engineering setting including design, cost preparation, project management, troubleshooting high and low‑voltage systems.Licenses and CertificatesRequired: Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire.Preferred: Professional Engineer (P.E.) License upon date of hire.SkillsKnowledge and application of all related codes including national fire codes, ADA requirements, Indiana building and electrical codes, NEC standards.Knowledge and application of all IU standards governing architectural, electrical and CAD standards.Demonstrated leadership skills.Ability to operate a computer, knowledge of Microsoft Office, CADD, Excel, lighting design software, generator‑sizing software, volt meter, load recorder, etc., and building codes application.Working Conditions / DemandsThis role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate, handle equipment, remain stationary, ascend/descend ladders and stairs, move objects weighing up to 25 pounds, detect items in close proximity and far away, discern between colors, detect objects in peripheral space, discern items in detail, and have good depth perception. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.Work LocationIndianapolis, Indiana (preferred) or Bloomington, Indiana. This is an in‑person position.Benefits OverviewComprehensive medical and dental insuranceHealth savings account with generous IU contributionsHealthcare and dependent care flexible spending accountsBasic group life insurance paid by IUVoluntary supplemental life, long‑term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & disability insuranceBase retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vestingVoluntary supplemental retirement plan optionsTuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each yearGenerous paid time off plansPaid leave for new parents and IU‑sponsored volunteer eventsEmployee assistance program (EAP)Equal Employment OpportunityIndiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non‑Discrimination for contact information.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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