Title:  Facilities Mechanical Engineer II

• Provide round the clock maintenance, construction, and operational support to support Accelerator and Physics operations.
• Perform mechanical engineering design work or utilize architect-engineering consultant (A-E) to produce construction packages for new systems and existing system modifications. Use computer-aided drafting for development of drawings
• Design, operate, and maintain building and industrial controls including utility monitoring and remote control systems.
• Determine the most appropriate means of maintaining mechanical systems through the use of service, design, and construction contracts. Evaluation shall include timeliness and cost effectiveness.
• Serve as procurement officer’s technical representative on construction contracts and maintenance service agreements. Provide direction to subcontractors and oversees technical performance ensuring work is completed safely within budget.
• Perform investigations, testing, and inspects mechanical systems to ensure proper operation and identify deficiencies. Collaborate with other engineers and groups to solve technical problems related to the operation of mechanical systems.
• Review A-E’s designs and mechanical subcontractor’s proposals for technical conformance and conformance with construction codes and standards.
• Perform mechanical energy management studies making proposals and implementing projects enabling the Lab to comply with DOE energy goals.

• Required: 4 or more years Experience performing mechanical engineering design and technical support

• Required: Bachelor's Degree Mechanical Engineering

• Preferred: Current Fundamentals of Engineering registration in Virginia
• Preferred: a state with direct reciprocity agreement with Virginia

• Working knowledge of building codes.
• Effective verbal/written communications, time management, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Skill in computer aided drafting systems especially AutoCAD.
• Display high level of initiative and ability to manage multiple projects with clear expectations and timelines.
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels in the organization in a team environment.
• Knowledge in various HVAC systems and facility mechanical systems including related control systems.

About Jefferson Lab 

Join a community with a common purpose of solving the most challenging scientific and engineering problems of our time. The Jefferson Lab campus is located in southeastern Virginia amidst a vibrant and growing technology community.  

A career at Jefferson Lab is more than a job. You will be part of “big science” and work alongside top scientists and engineers from around the world unlocking the secrets of our visible universe. Managed by SURATech, LLC, Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility is entering an exciting period of mission growth and is seeking new team members ready to apply their skills and passion to have an impact. You could call it work, or you could call it a mission. We call it a challenge. We do things that will change the world. 
 
Total Rewards at Jefferson Lab 

At Jefferson Lab, we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to: 

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans • Flexible Spending Accounts 

• Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (Paid Parental, vacation, holidays, and sick leave)  

• 401(k) Plan – 9% Lab Contribution; 100% vested • Flexible Work Arrangements  

   (Remote & Alternate Work Schedules available)  

• Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs  

• Live near the waterways of the Chesapeake Bay region with access to nearby beaches,  

   mountains, and all major metropolitan centers on the East Coast 

SURATech, LLC manages and operates the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab). SURATech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.   
 
SURATech is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities (unless doing so will result in an undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruiting@jlab.org or contact Human Resources by calling (757) 269-7100 and selecting option 1 between 8 am – 5 pm EST to provide the nature of your request. 

Employment with SURATech is conditional upon DOE approval if at any time during your employment you are participating in a Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Program or Affiliated activity. Generally, such programs/activities include any foreign-state-sponsored attempt to acquire U.S.-funded scientific research through programs run or funded by the government that target scientists, engineers, students, academics, researchers, and entrepreneurs of all nationalities working or educated in the United States. This includes positions or appointments, both domestic and foreign, titled academic, professional, or institutional appointments whether or not remuneration is received and whether full-time, part-time or voluntary.