Title: Mechanical Engineer
Duration: 12 Months 92612
Location: Irvine, CA Description:
This role is focused on identifying and implementing utility efficiencies across a large campus with a central utility plant. The scope includes electrical usage, natural gas usage, and water consumption. A high level of technical expertise in mechanical and/or electrical engineering is required. Familiarity and experience with industrial utility systems-such as chiller plants, cooling towers, industrial air compressors, and standby generators-is highly desired. Special consideration will be given to candidates with experience in sustainability and energy reduction initiatives, ISO 50001 certification processes, and carbon footprint reduction efforts. Primary Function / Goals / Objectives:
Develop a structured decarbonization and energy strategy for a large campus (~50 acres)
Prioritize and execute carbon reduction initiatives
Pursue ISO 50001 certification
Identify and recommend utility-related projects within the central utility plant or campus distribution network that offer a return on investment
Develop and deliver clear and concise presentations to skip-level management, communicating decarbonization and energy reduction projects and strategies
Collaborate and communicate effectively with leadership, peers, and site stakeholders to contribute positively to team culture and execute projects efficiently
Demonstrate technical proficiency with major utility systems
Adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, site procedures, and GxP compliance
Level of Expertise:
Significant experience in designing, installing, and/or troubleshooting industrial utility systems
Ability to independently develop and implement energy-saving projects
Technical proficiency in estimating savings-financial, energy, and/or carbon reductions
Proficiency in reading, developing, and updating MEP drawings
Awareness of the implications of impacting regulated spaces
Strong technical writing and communication skills, including the ability to produce leadership-level presentations
Leadership Activities:
Operates under the direction of senior staff
Summarizes and presents project results to project teams and skip-level management
Independently develops and executes energy strategies
Interpersonal Skills:
Functions effectively in a team environment
Collaborates on strategy and project prioritization
Confidently presents work to small groups and leadership
Education:
Bachelor's or Master's degree (or equivalent education) in Biomedical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering-or equivalent experience
Experience Level: 5-7 years
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