Senior Mechanical Engineer - Science Hill

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Overview

The operational needs of Science Hill are changing and expanding as the University invests in new research areas and facilities. Reporting to the Science Hill Trade Supervisor, with shared oversight from the Associate Director of Engineering, with latitude to exercise a high level of independent judgment and initiative. The Senior Mechanical Engineer provides technical direction, project management, subject matter expertise, and communication in support of mechanical and energy systems of the University's capital program and campus operations focused on Science Hill. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will interact with Yale's operations personnel, planning and project management staff, and consulting professionals, and will focus on developing innovative projects to support high-need research environments, laboratory safety, and resilient operations toward the University's many goals and climate commitment.

Required Skills and Abilities

1. Well-developed analytical and critical thinking skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills.

2. Excellent interpersonal skills with a willingness to establish productive rapport with staff and teams throughout the University contribute to, and benefit from, a team environment.

3. Ability to adapt to changing priorities, programs, and organizational goals, while managing multiple projects and deadlines.

4. Ability and enthusiasm to learn and lead over time, stay informed of industry best practices, training, and new technical approaches to the most complex building and campus system challenges.

5. Ability to promote proactive energy management and climate action strategies on projects of all scales and scopes at the University.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

1. PE, CEM or LEED AP

2. Experience with building system design and operation including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems and equipment, energy performance modeling, and applicable regulatory frameworks.

3. Experience with central utilities and cogeneration plants including plant equipment, distribution, metering, and applicable regulatory frameworks.

4. Experience with commissioning processes and principles from project formulation through turnover, and performance diagnostics.

5. Experience with managing projects and teams of consulting design professionals.

6. Experience with solving complex technical problems, developing engineering standards and processes, and managing projects and teams of consulting design professionals.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Participates in the formulation, design, construction and commissioning of projects overseen by the University's capital projects group. Reviews the work of design professionals with respect to University objectives and design standards, operability and maintainability and cost-effectiveness. Provides feedback and assistance to project managers and design professionals regarding all aspects of engineering design. 2. Facilitates commissioning of new and renovated mechanical systems including review of functional acceptance test scripts, participation in field testing of systems, interfacing with operations personnel with respect to operability and maintainability of systems, and participating in systems training 3. Directs complex engineering projects by retaining qualified outside engineering consultants and contractors. Prepares work scopes and/or requests for proposal to support project execution. Oversees engineering consultants and contractors to ensure high quality project delivery as well as conformance to established schedule and budget. Maintains a high level of involvement in and/or directly oversee project execution and represents findings in oral and/or written format as needed. 4. Assists University operations staff (Campus Operations and Utilities) in troubleshooting mechanical systems. Provides solutions to operational problems. 5. Formulates projects for the replacement, upgrade or enhancement of mechanical systems. 6. Reviews and suggests improvements to campus automation systems as appropriate. Formulates projects to improve building performance as needed. 7. Participates in budget development for projects and capital spending. 8. May perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering and eight years of related experience in engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required License(s) or Certification(s) Required License(s) or Certification(s): Physical Requirements Physical Requirements:

Job Posting Date

05/21/2026

Job Category

Professional

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Administration & Operations

Compensation Grade Profile

Senior Manager; Senior Program Leader (P6)

Salary Range

$90,000.00 - $165,750.00

Time Type

Full time

Duration Type

Staff

Work Model

On-site

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

Posting Disclaimer

Salary offers are determined by a candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role's grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department.

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