Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for an Electrical Engineer or Senior Electrical Engineer within the Facilities Services, Planning and Construction Department. This position is responsible for the planning, design, and review of existing, new and remodeled electrical systems.

Electrical Engineer responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Manage electrical planning, design, update and remodel of existing systems;

Manage the deferred electrical projects;

Evaluate and understand project requirements;

Oversee successful execution of all aspects of the project life cycle;

Share information with other departments and maintain records and documentation;

Interpret and enforce applicable codes;

Meet with faculty and staff to define scope of project, code restraints, budget estimates, management of electrical projects and contracts;

Perform plan reviews to determine code compliance with code requirements and related regulations; and

Other duties as assigned.

Senior Electrical Engineer responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Electrical Engineer responsibilities outlined above;

Plan and design new and remodeled electrical systems impacting campus utility services, campus distribution networks, and building electrical systems;

Support design teams;

Develop and implement energy conservation projects;

Make, interpret, and/or enforce applicable codes, design standards and departmental criteria;

Approve construction plans to ensure they meet building codes and design standards;

Supervise, and give direction to consultants, contractors, and facilities staff;

Train, support, and provide technical advice to clients and field representatives;

Meet with University community, federal, state, local agencies, and the general public to collaborate on conservation efforts;

Work collaboratively with Facilities Services staff, supervisors, and mangers to develop and maintain a routine preventative maintenance checks and services program; and

Other duties as assigned.

This position reports to a Senior Project Manager.


Required Qualifications

Electrical Engineer:

Bachelor’s Degree and four (4) years of related work experience; OR

Master’s Degree and two (2) years of related work experience

Related Experience: In commercial electrical design and/or architecture/engineering, and project management including commercial and institutional facility standards and requirements.