Engineer II, Mechanical – Facilities/Utilities

Universal Orlando•Orlando, FL

About The Position

Provides engineering support and moderate system redesigns to improve the reliability and operational performance of building environmental systems, including HVAC, humidity control, lighting, and building management systems, across guest-facing and back-of-house facilities. Evaluates critical infrastructure such as chiller plants and boilers and recommends maintenance strategies, repairs, replacements, and capital improvements. The role includes troubleshooting, root cause analysis, system redesign, building automation system programming, and oversight of testing and commissioning. Work must comply with applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards, including ASHRAE, ASME, ASTM, ANSI, NEC, and OSHA. The engineer manages assigned projects from concept through completion, supports asset management and lifecycle planning, provides technical troubleshooting for facility HVAC systems, and collaborates with facilities teams, internal departments, vendors, and equipment manufacturers. The position also develops and modifies BMS code, performs engineering calculations, evaluates equipment and emerging technologies, maintains documentation in Maximo or other asset management systems, and participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities under established UO policies and procedures. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited four-year college or university in Mechanical, Structural, or Civil Engineering, with a focus on Utility, Facility, or Asset Management specialty, or a related field.
Seven years of progressive project engineering experience, including at least five years of project management in an engineering environment focused on the design, implementation, and optimization of building environmental systems.
At least seven years of hands-on experience with building management control systems (BMCS), including system optimization and programming.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Florida.

Responsibilities

Evaluate existing and proposed building environmental systems to improve reliability, occupant comfort, and operational efficiency.
Conduct energy audits and retro-commissioning to identify performance improvements and cost-reduction opportunities.
Support asset management programs by evaluating mechanical system performance, identifying lifecycle needs, and prioritizing capital investments.
Manage assigned projects from concept through completion, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, construction oversight, system testing, and stakeholder training.
Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and aligned with operational goals.
Provide HVAC troubleshooting and diagnostic support, serve as a subject matter expert for the Duty Engineer program, and support first responder operations.
Coordinate engineering activities and resolve operational challenges with Facilities Supervisors, Managers, technicians, and internal departments.
Collaborate with vendors and equipment manufacturers to address design issues and resolve technical problems.
Prepare and review equipment specifications and evaluate emerging technologies and services.
Perform engineering calculations to support design analysis and system improvements.
Develop and modify building management system code and program system controllers to optimize performance and functionality.
Provide project-status and task-progress updates to internal stakeholders.
Maintain accurate records and documentation in Maximo or other asset management systems.
Follow established Environmental, Health & Safety policies, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.