Senior Mechanical Engineer (HVAC & Plumbing)

Position Details ================

Position Information -------------------

• Posting date: 02122026
• Closing date: Open Until Filled
• Position Number: 0014301
• Position Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer
• Hiring Range: Minimum $129,500, Maximum $161,900
• Union Type: Not a Union
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Employment Category: Regular Full Time
• Scheduled Months per Year: 12
• Scheduled Hours per Week: 40
• Schedule: Onsite only
• Is this a term position: No
• If yes, length of term in months: Not specified
• Is this a grant funded position: No

Position Purpose ----------------

The Senior Mechanical Engineer participates in all aspects of day-to-day operations of the Dartmouth College engineering office. The engineering office strives to provide high quality engineering services for a wide range of projects and clients, including providing review and technical oversight of projects designed by outside consultants, working with Project Managers on in-house design and renovation projects, working with FO&M shops on system upgrades, improvements, and replacements, and assisting with design and analysis of energy efficiency projects.

The activities of the Senior Mechanical Engineer may include:

• Design reviews
• Field investigations
• Existing systems assessment
• Document archive search
• HVAC and plumbing system design and layout
• Equipment selection and specification
• Drafting
• Code review
• Calculations, including spreadsheet analyses
• Use of engineering software
• Writing HVAC control system sequences of operation
• Construction administration services
• Development and continuous improvement of campus Design and Construction Guidelines.

Required Qualifications ----------------------

### Education and Yrs Exp

• Bachelors degree in mechanical or architectural engineering technology or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• 10+ years of mechanical design and drafting experience with an MEP consulting firm or the equivalent
• Registered Professional Mechanical Engineer in New Hampshire or the ability to become registered in New Hampshire within one year of employment
• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical drafting experience using AutoCAD
• Familiarity with all aspects of HVAC and plumbing design, including load calculations and system sizing, selection and specification of mechanical equipment, field verification codes and standards, and controls design
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Experience with energy efficient HVAC system design and control strategies
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems associated with the operation and maintenance of mechanical systems and equipment
• Detail-oriented, self-starter with good interpersonal and decision-making skills
• Ability to relate well with a diverse group of constituents and to build strong relationships within and among those groups
• Strong service orientation and a demonstrated desire to continually improve the service and operations of an organization

### Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a college or university environment is strongly preferred
• Knowledge of the International Building Code and working with authorities having jurisdiction for compliance requirements
• High level of proficiency with AutoCAD drafting software
• Proficiency with 3D drafting software such as Revit
• Active LEED BDC AP certification

Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries -----------------------------------------

• Matt Cilley, Director of Engineering
• Phone Number: 603-646-3605

Equal Opportunity Employer -------------------------

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check ----------------

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Special Instructions to Applicants ---------------------------------

• Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products, including smokeless tobacco, are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles, or other areas owned, operated, or occupied by Dartmouth College, with no exceptions.
• For details, please see our policy: http://www.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Key Accountabilities ----------------------

### Owners Engineer

• Provides mechanical engineering oversight of consultants studying, designing, constructing, and commissioning new construction and renovation projects in campus buildings, utility plants, and utility distribution systems.
• Checks designs and installations for compliance with Dartmouth College design and construction guidelines, energy performance guidelines, and relevant building codes, including ASHRAE, NFPA, IBC, and local regulations and zoning.
• Activities include:
• Attending project meetings
• Developing consultant scopes of work
• Conducting design reviews
• Conducting selected submittal reviews
• Construction observation
• Commissioning oversight
• Project closeout verification
• Percentage of Time: 65

### Department Liaison

• Acts as liaison between FO&M and various departments requesting engineering support services campus-wide.
• Works closely with FO&M shops on troubleshooting, providing technical insight, problem-solving, and implementing solutions for maintenance and operations-related projects.
• Provides technical oversight of projects to successful completion and issues work orders as needed to complete various jobs.
• Percentage of Time: 10

### Engineering Design and Construction Administration

• Provides engineering design and construction administration services for a variety of small mechanical system renovation/renewal projects in academic, administrative, utility, and residential use facilities.
• Prepares bid documents, including equipment selection, system layout, and design drafting, and specifications.
• Construction administration services include:
• Shop drawing review
• Attendance at job meetings
• Clarification of installation details with contractors in the field
• Review of as-built documentation and archiving
• Conducting field inspections with reports
• Percentage of Time: 10

### Campus Design and Construction Guidelines

• Participates in continuous improvement of campus design and construction guidelines and high-performance building design guidelines for designers and contractors doing work on the campus.
• Percentage of Time: 5

### Culture and Employee Belonging

• Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
• Participates in division-wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles: Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability, and Respect.
• Willingness to foster a growth mindset in the areas of cultural belonging and inclusion across the division.
• Collaborates when appropriate on other DEI-related initiatives within the division and College.
• Percentage of Time: 10