Mechanical Engineer

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Behind the scenes of our academic schools, research labs, and patient care facilities, you’ll find a team of 33,000 skilled and talented staff and faculty members with a passion for education, discovery, and high-quality care. 

University Facilities & Services (UF&S) provides key infrastructure support for over 15 million square feet of building space and more than 700 acres while serving the River Campus, the Medical Center, the Eastman School of Music, the Memorial Art Gallery and several other specialized sites spread throughout the greater Rochester region. 

To meet that need, UF&S is now seeking Mechanical Engineers to join their team. UF&S Mechanical Engineers design building systems, and provide a full range of professional mechanical engineering services in all phases of research, design and construction. 

Their focus is on: 

Managing in-house mechanical design projects, including planning, scheduling, estimating, client contact, preliminary and final design/drawings, preparation of contract documents, bidding, field supervision, project inspection, and approval. 

Providing professional advice and judgment in application of building and fire codes, project procedures, project documents, and relationships with clients. 

Preparing recommendations on building maintenance to University-owned facilities. 

The desired candidate will have: 

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 6 years of experience in mechanical engineering preferred.
• Solid understanding of building systems, including HVAC, boilers and chillers. 
• New York State Mechanical Engineer license preferred. EIT Required. 

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. 

In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Classes). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law. 

Featured benefits 

Medical insurance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, 401(k), Paid paternity leave, Paid maternity leave, Tuition assistance, Child care support, Disability insurance 

Requirements added by the job poster 

• Bachelor's Degree