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Middle Tennessee State University

Systems Facility Engineer

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A Facilities Engineer supports engineering activities surrounding planning, design, and maintenance in a number of indoor environments; including manufacturing facilities, power stations, hospitals, and offices.

$59,438 / year median in Tennessee

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498684 Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Tennessee, United States Facilities Services - Other Other Administrative Job Title Systems Facility Engineer (not IT) Department Engineering Services Salary $82,737 - $104,664; commensurate with experience Job Summary/Basic Function Reporting to the Executive Director of Engineering & Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S), the Systems Engineer will provide engineering expertise for buildings in the the Science Complex to ensure the effective operation of these facilities to enable the University to achieve its primary objectives of teaching and research. Responsible to manage the operations and routine/preventative maintenance of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and building systems including complex and critical process and environmental control systems in the Science Complex and other assigned facilities. Define, develop, monitor and refine an asset maintenance plan for the Science Complex and other facilities to include: preventative maintenance tasks, use of predictive and other non destructive testing methods designed to identify and isolate reliability problems, and develop budgets for required maintenance efforts. Coordinate the operations, maintenance and renewal of building systems to address program requirements (schedule and functionality), all code and regulatory requirements and best maintenance practices for effectiveness and efficiency. Investigate and troubleshoot existing component and system problems and prepares appropriate maintenance work requests, extraordinary maintenance requests, and capital maintenance requests. Provide technical support to the Engineering Services group, maintenance management, technical personnel, and perform other related tasks or special projects as assigned. Required Education Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Engineering Technology required. Required Related Experience Three (3) years progressively responsible project and or building maintenance and operations management work experience required. Additional consideration to candidates with prior experience with institutional facilities, who possess one or more advanced technical or business degrees, and/or demonstrate exceptional cross-disciplinary project management skills. Desirable Related Experience Five (5) years of progressively responsible work-related experience in the public sector, private sector, or government service preferred. Desirable License/Registration/Certification Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred. Documents Needed to Apply Resume Required MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following: Sick Leave Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty 13 paid University holidays Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Retirement plans Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents MTSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424. MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus. This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered. For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email hrs@mtsu.edu.
Application Review Date:
September 23, 2026

Benefits

  • Sick Leave
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Other Retirement and Savings
  • Health Insurance