BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB TITLE : Sr. Project Engineer, Mechanical/Electrical

TITLE CODE : V16570

GRADE: 07/OPE $80,617 to $124,632 (Annual Salary Scale for Exempt 12-Month Employees Represented by BCPSOPE 2022-2023 Effective July 1, 2022)

REPORTS TO: Senior Supervisor, Design

DEFINITION : Manages the design, review, approval, and construction of engineering projects involving building mechanical and/or electrical systems. Provides project designs and reviews the designs of in-house and consultant engineers.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES :

• Manages engineering projects involving building mechanical or electrical systems including heating, ventilating, air-conditioning, refrigeration (HVAC-R), plumbing, fire protection, electrical, lighting, fire alarm and other related building systems. Analyzes complex designs for building mechanical or electrical systems. Resolves design problems.
• Reviews, comments upon, and approves engineering designs of in-house and consultant engineers. Reviews drawings, specifications, and calculations to ensure compliance with design standards and intent. Interprets codes, regulations, and requirements.
• Analyzes complex building mechanical or electrical system issues. Recommends a course of action based on the analysis. Prepares and presents detailed studies and reports. Works with engineers, architects, maintenance staff, and others to investigate and resolve problems.
• Prepares and reviews cost estimates, specifications, and other construction documents. Coordinates the review and approval of projects with the State of Maryland and other outside agencies. Prepares correspondence relating to projects.
• Operates computers and software used in the management of projects in various stages of design and construction.
• Participates in and conducts meetings with consultants, school administrators, the public, and others.
• Coordinates project schedules. Inspects and supervises the inspection of project construction. Ensures the project’s technical integrity and compliance to code requirements. Investigates, analyzes, and resolves construction issues.
• Processes project change orders. Coordinates with contractors and field personnel to implement changes. Reviews project expenditures. Reviews requisitions and bills. Reviews account funding.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Education, Training and Experience:
Possession of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in mechanical or electrical engineering. Eight years’ experience in the design of mechanical or electrical systems for buildings, at least five years of which included project management work involving building systems.

Licenses and Certificates:
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Maryland is preferred.

Note: Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provides the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively perform the duties of the position may be considered.

Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of the principles, and practices of engineering. Thorough knowledge of the design of mechanical or electrical systems for buildings. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of project management. Knowledge of computers and software used in engineering design, drafting, computer modeling, and project management.

Skill in the design of mechanical systems for buildings. Skill in managing the design and construction of engineering projects. Skill in leading employees engaged in engineering design, drafting, and construction inspection. Skill in the preparation of reports, correspondence, and other documents. Skill in preparing detailed analysis of engineering projects, proposals, and building mechanical or electrical systems. Skill in the review of designs. Skill in solving engineering problems. Skill in conducting field investigations and inspections. Skill in communicating effectively with consultants, school administrators, the public, and others.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS :
The work of this class is generally sedentary with occasional walking, standing, and other limited physical activities. Duties require travel to sites throughout Baltimore County and movement through project sites, buildings, and areas under construction.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :
Employees may be required to work beyond their normally scheduled hours with little or no advanced notice. Work schedules may include nights and weekends.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS: Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) is committed to providing the highest quality education to BCPS students and staff while ensuring the health and safety of its students, employees, customers, clients, contractors, interns, and other visitors. BCPS strongly encourages all persons to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. Information about accessing COVID-19 vaccines and boosters can be found at https://coronavirusvaccineoutreach-bc-gis.hub.arcgis.com/. Detailed information about BCPS' COVID-19 mitigation plan and requirements can be found at https://www.bcps.org/covid19

FLSA : Exempt

Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System.

This class specification defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of positions in this title. It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required.

Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Each time an applicant applies to a job with BCPS, the application must be resubmitted. If an applicant started an application with BCPS in the past and at a later date decides to apply for additional positions, it is the applicant's responsibility to review the entire application and ensure that all data is up to date (for example, the applicant may need to add additional schooling or certifications, an additional work experience, or provide updated references). The applicant must remember to review the entire application each time for accuracy and submit each time for a new or different vacancy.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted. Applicants should notify their reference proactively to inform them they will receive a form via email through a MAILBOT email address from Baltimore County Public Schools. Applicants should also inform their reference(s) of the job they are applying to.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $106. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.

• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9600 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 118, Baltimore, MD 21220 (443-809-4360).


Contact Information
Brad Kouyoumjian
Manager, Office of Staffing
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
Phone: 443-809-7873
Fax: 410-296-0568
Email: bkouyoumjian@bcps.org