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Utilities Engineer II
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A Utilities & Power Distribution Engineer designs and coordinates maintenance of electrical utilities and associated power distribution systems. Performs inspections, performance evaluations, troubleshooting and sunsetting of systems.
$81,541 / year median in Georgia
Job Description
Utilities Engineer II Georgia Tech United States, Georgia, Atlanta Sep 08, 2026 Apply for Job
Job ID
303085
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
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Job Summary Provide services and support to the energy, operation, maintenance, repair, replacement, and regulatory compliance of all types of mechanical systems including HVAC, chilled water, steam, sewers and all associated components, and all typed of electrical systems including high voltage and all associated components on the campus distribution and in the zones buildings. Maintain a campus 10-year equipment replacement plan. Develop the annual MRR execution plan. Define training needs for O&M and assist in achieving those objectives by providing or coordinating those services. May be responsible for setting employee goals, assessing employee performance and providing feedback, and making pay recommendations.
Interact on a regular basis:
I&S Maintenance Staff, Utilities and Energy Staff, All other O&M Facilities Staffs, Building Coordinators, Building Facilities Managers, and other departmental administrative personnel, Procurement, vendors/suppliers, contractors/subcontractors, engineers, and environmental health and safety departments. This position will not normally supervise, but may be asked to supervise occasionally, temporarily and in emergencies. Responsibilities Job Duty 1
Provide engineering support and assist the Utilities Superintendent, Power Plant Superintendent, and Zone Manager in the operation, maintenance and repair of the Mechanical Utility generating & distribution equipment, building mechanical systems and utility locating. Job Duty 2
Create, perform, coordinate and/or manage the collection and maintenance of records, completion and submission of reports, applying and updating permits and remain current in knowledge concerning law and regulations about title V Air Emissions permitting and other compliance issues. Job Duty 3
Develop and manage replacement and repair projects for mechanical components and systems with in-house and contract services. Job Duty 4
Maintain a campus 1-year equipment replacement plan. Develop the annual MRR execution plan. Job Duty 5
Assist area managers to solve issues involving mechanical systems. Job Duty 6
Define training needs for O&M and assist in achieving those objectives by providing or coordinating those services. Job Duty 7
Compile, produce and edit engineer reports utilizing various sources of information. Produce graphic aids to include charts and spreadsheets. Job Duty 8
Position may require the ability to obtain a state-issued purchasing card (P-card) to procure materials and account for purchases using state purchasing guidelines. Job Duty 9
Serve as an interface for projects with various groups. Job Duty 10
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Mechanical or Electrical engineering technology or equivalent combination of education and experience Other Required Qualifications
Computer knowledge: ability to search for data, input/edit information, word processing, design custom reports; software knowledge includes Windows, Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, Survey Gizmo and Zimbra. Position has responsibility for formally representing the voice of the constituent/customer to Georgia Tech and is vital to effective marketing and communications by the Institute Required Experience
Four to six years of job related experience Preferred Qualifications Additional Preferred Qualifications
Fundamentals Examine (FE) or Engineer-in-training (EIT) Certified, Professional Engineers License, Certified Energy Manager Preferred Educational Qualifications
Additional Bachelor's Degree in other Engineering discipline or Master's Degree in applicable field, or State Trade License in any applicable field Preferred Experience
Four to ten years of job related experience Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities SKILLS
basic knowledge of engineering tools and regulations; thorough knowledge of procurement procedures and preparation of bid documents; ability to read, understand, interrupt technical manuals; effective interpretation skills with reports and manuals; computer knowledge to search computer files and/or generate standard reports, input or edit information into spreadsheets or programs, develop PC applications and operations. Skills should include standard MS Office software and CAD. Excellent planning and effective verbal and written communications skills required; strong knowledge and skills in computers, control, electrical systems and utility services, reading drawings and understanding specifications; working knowledge in general construction, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting; may require operating and maintaining building systems, machine tools, maintenance equipment, motor vehicles, hand/power tools, electrical/electronic instrumentation and light equipment Other Information This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel.
This position does not require security clearance.
Job Grade:
S6
Salary Range:
$61,588.00
- $79,908.
00
Location:
Atlanta, GA