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University Facilities Engineer - req# 32932

University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2025

University Facilities Engineer

Requisition IDreq32932
Working TitleUniversity Facilities Engineer
Position Grade15
Position Summary

Are you an experienced engineer ready to make an impact on a dynamic university campus? The University of New Mexico (UNM) is seeking a highly skilled University Facilities Engineer to join our team. In this role, you’ll provide advanced mechanical engineering services for the utility plants and distribution systems. You will be involved in the planning, development, and implementation of campus-wide construction and repair programs, ensuring the continued success and growth of our university’s infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide consultation, coordination, and leadership in the planning, development, and implementation of campus projects.
  • Serve as the project manager for comprehensive engineering design projects, ensuring they meet all engineering standards and compliance requirements.
  • Review and approve the work of external engineering consultants, ensuring designs align with project specifications and regulations.
  • Identify, investigate, and analyze complex engineering problems across campus, providing creative solutions to development needs.
  • Lead interdisciplinary teams and collaborate with other engineering disciplines to integrate engineering solutions.
  • Plan and develop project budgets, ensuring cost-effective implementation strategies.
  • Represent the engineering discipline in strategic facilities planning across the university.
  • Supervise and mentor engineers and technical support staff.
  • Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned to support engineering projects.

Why Join Us?
Working as a staff member at the University of New Mexico (UNM) offers a range of exciting benefits, including:

  1. Comprehensive Healthcare: Access to competitive health insurance plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  2. Retirement Plans: Pension and enrollment in a choice of additional retirement plans with generous employer contributions.
  3. Paid Time Off: Generous annual vacation leave (up to 168 hours per year), sick leave (up to 96 hours per year), and 11 paid holidays to support work-life balance.
  4. Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning, career advancement, and tuition remission for employees and dependents.
  5. Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, fitness facilities, and resources promoting employee health and well-being.
  6. Community Engagement: Involvement in a vibrant campus community with diverse cultural and recreational activities.
  7. Job Security: Stable employment with competitive salaries and opportunities for advancement within New Mexico’s flagship institution.

These benefits reflect UNM’s commitment to supporting its staff members both personally and professionally, ensuring a rewarding and supportive work environment.

As part of the UNM Facilities Department, you’ll play a crucial role in the development and upkeep of campus infrastructure. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who wants to have a direct impact on the university’s future and join a dynamic team working on innovative and high-impact projects.

Apply today and be a part of shaping the future of the University of New Mexico’s facilities!

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
  • Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
  • Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) may be required, depending upon field of expertise.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a directly related Engineering field; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working in a utility plant
  • Experience with large boiler maintenance
  • Experience with large chiller maintenance
  • Experience with electric generation
  • Experience with utility piping systems
  • Experience managing utility or energy projects
Additional Requirements
CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentUtility Services Dept (821D)
Employment TypeStaff
Staff TypeRegular - Full-Time
Term End Date
StatusExempt
PayMonthly: $5,619.47 - $8,044.40
Benefits EligibleThis is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB StatementAs a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check RequiredYes
For Best Consideration Date4/30/2025
Eligible for Remote WorkYes
Eligible for Remote Work StatementLimited telecommuting work schedule.
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.

To be considered for this position: 1. Complete the official UNMJOBS application; you must include all prior work experience and the number of hours worked per week. 2. Attach your current resume with three professional references listed. 3. Attach your cover letter that addresses our preferred qualifications. 4. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.

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