ISEB Facilities Engineer

Salary Grade

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Case Western Reserve University is committed to providing a transparent estimate of the salary range available for this position at the time of its posting. The salary range is between $56,395 and $71,340, depending on qualifications, experience, department budgets, and industry data.

Employees receive more than just a paycheck. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess.

Job Description

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POSITION OBJECTIVE

Working under general direction of the Assistant Director of Facilities Engineering, the Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Building (ISEB) Facilities Engineer is responsible for the startup support, day-to-day operational management, and long-term reliability of the state-of-the-art Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Building (ISEB). The position serves as the primary facilities and operations lead for the ISEB, ensuring safe, efficient, compliant, and reliable operation of mission-critical building systems supporting advanced research laboratories. The ISEB facilities engineer acts as the central point of contact for researchers, Environmental Health and Safety, research administration, contractors, zone skilled trades workers, custodial supervisors, and all relevant external service providers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Serve as the primary facilities manager for the interdisciplinary science and engineering building (ISEB), overseeing daily operations that support research laboratories and core facilities. Ensure the safe, efficient, compliant, and reliable operation of building systems; coordinate with Environmental Health \& Safety and Research Administration; and maintain building-specific operating procedures and documentation. (25%)
• Manage maintenance and lifecycle activities for all building systems by administering preventive maintenance programs through the computerized maintenance management system, monitor building automation system to maintain stable research environments, and coordinating responses to emergencies and planned or unplanned system outages. Perform engineer analyses of building systems and building automation system to ensure spaces are functioning within space specific parameter to support complex scientific and research programs. Analyze data, monitor and oversee processes, and design, develop, or commission specialized equipment, and/or systems. (25%)
• Support capital renewal and renovation projects through participation in design reviews and construction coordination, standards compliance, assist with commissioning and acceptance activities, and coordinate service contracts and warranties to ensure long-term system performance and reliability. (15%)
• Work closely with zone skilled trades workers and contracted service providers and assist with operating budget development, cost tracking, and fiscal accountability to support efficient and reliable building operations. (10%)
• Support activation of renovated laboratory spaces by coordinating readiness checklists and system turnover, lead computerized maintenance management system asset setup, and conducting post-occupancy reviews to ensure systems are fully operational and supported for long-term use. (10%)
• Provide advanced technical troubleshooting and failure analysis for complex building and laboratory systems, assist with triage and response to equipment failures, collaborate with zone skilled trades workers to resolve persistent or difficult-to-diagnose issues, and support long-term system reliability. (8%)
• Utilize advanced diagnostic instrumentation to verify system performance and compliance, document equipment failures and system conditions, and prepare technical reports on equipment performance, ventilation conditions, and code and standards compliance to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement. Apply engineer methods and techniques, adjust and correlate data, determine errors in results, and follow the operation through a series of related steps to completion. (7%)

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform other duties as assigned. (%)

CONTACTS

Department: Regular contact with assistant director for facilities engineering to discuss priorities and operational difficulties requiring resolution. Frequent contact with facilities coordinators and zone skilled trades workers regarding problematic equipment and failures. Frequent contact with project managers in Planning, Design, and Construction regarding upcoming, ongoing, and recently completed projects.

University: Occasional contact with facilities management within schools with regards to documentation of existing conditions and needs. Occasional contact with departmental administration and faculty involving the resolution of specific problems or urgent projects.

External: Regular contact with vendors, contractors, and manufacturers

Students: Infrequent contact with students.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no direct supervision of staff employees.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: 0 to 2 years of professional engineering experience.

Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Innovative problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills to creatively improve and maintain the university built environment
• Knowledge of centrifugal machinery (pumps, fans) preferred
• Knowledge of hydronic and steam design and operation principles preferred
• Writing skills for drafting both short and long reports regarding equipment needs, standards, energy consumption, project status and deficiencies, etc.
• Knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and calculations regarding payback and total cost (and energy) of ownership
• Proficiency with a variety of software such as Visio, Adobe Creative Suite, etc. in addition to typical office software (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Skills with data analytics, plots, regressions, statistical analyses, and the ability to clearly present complex datasets to effectively drive informed decision-making processes
• Ability to closely review both drawings and other forms of documentation for accuracy, adherence to best design practices, constructability, efficiency (cost and energy), and other relevant figures of merit, to technically verify the correctness of design parameters. Ability to closely review installation and operation documentation for various pieces of equipment.
• Ability to demonstrate successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.
• Ability to meet consistent attendance.
• Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face.
• Willingness to learn and utilize artificial intelligence (AI).

WORKING CONDITIONS

Occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs. Must be physically capable of reaching any area of facility to inspect jobs, including confined spaces (manholes, tunnels, ditches, etc.), roofs and catwalks; this may involve frequent bending, stooping, stretching, crawling, and climbing. Work maybe outdoors at times, or be located in noisy, hot, wet, dusty or dirty environments. Personal Protective Equipment may be required and provided to limit exposure to hazards. Extended and/or variable working hours may be required, either due to planned or emergency work. This position is classified as "essential," meaning in some weather events, emergency or other defined time period, this staff position may be required to report to work even when the university is closed to other staff.

EEO Statement

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Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodations

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Case Western Reserve University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act regarding reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the CWRU Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicants will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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