Senior Electrical Engineer, Engineering Services

Rice University•Houston, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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. 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.

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
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

Nice To Haves

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.)

Responsibilities

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