"Senior Electrical Engineer, Engineering Services"

Position Summary

The Senior Electrical Engineer supports Rice University by providing technical expertise for campus electrical systems and projects. This role works closely with project managers, maintenance shops, central plant staff, and other campus partners, while also coordinating with external engineering consultants and contractors. The position is responsible for reviewing designs, ensuring code compliance, and supporting the efficient, reliable, and sustainable operation of campus facilities.

Workplace Requirements

This position is exclusively on-site, necessitating all duties to be performed in person. Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may be subject to change.

This role is classified as an essential position, requiring on-site presence to effectively carry out its vital functions.

Hiring Range

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position, and the salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.*Exempt (salaried) positions under FLSA are not eligible for overtime.*

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
• 4+ years of experience as a design engineer in either higher education, healthcare, or as a facilities engineer
• Licensed Electrical Professional Engineer

Skills:

• Experience with district energy plant systems, higher education, or healthcare electrical design projects
• Effective written, presentation, and verbal communication--especially in communicating technical issues to a wide variety of audiences
• Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering disciplines
• Knowledge in technical discipline/domain needed to deliver projects
• Experience that includes project management on building and infrastructure projects
• Must exhibit resilience, diplomacy, influence, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills in a variety of situations
• Knowledgeable about building codes and specifications
• Collaborative and optimistic personality
• Highly team- and quality-oriented
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Preferences

• 8 years of experience as a design engineer in either higher education, healthcare, or as a facilities engineer
• Experience working in a context with regular exposure to facility equipment
• Experience with energy-efficient or LEED-certified systems
• Experience with project management information systems
• Experience with office and construction productivity software (Microsoft, Adobe, Procore, etc.)

Essential Functions

• Define design criteria, scope definition and justification, and develop design concepts for all University projects
• Develop feasibility analyses for all new projects
• Provide engineering evaluation and review of all design documents, specifications, and special requirements for projects from design through construction administration phases
• Coordinate with Rice personnel as required on technical issues
• Provide technical guidance and issue resolution on all projects
• Participate in the selection of engineering design professionals and coordinate with them regarding Rice's Design Standards throughout the design process
• Provide consultation on the operation and maintenance of building systems
• Collaborate with estimators to ensure appropriate electrical costs are captured and project budgets are met
• Develop a strong knowledge of Rice's Design Standards and participate in improving those standards and driving innovative solutions
• Complete special projects as the primary project manager through management of project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout, as required
• Other duties as assigned