Project Engineer at Texas Biomedical Research Institute in San Antonio, Texas

Job Description:

The Facilities team at Texas Biomed is looking for a Project Engineer to lead planning and design activity in support of site-wide campus facility needs, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, chemical, etc. The Project Engineer will represent TX Biomed in engineering, also supporting new building design and construction, facility reconfiguration/renovation, maintenance, and alteration of equipment, machinery, buildings, structures, infrastructure, and other facilities.

THE ROLE:

· Gather and review data concerning facility or equipment specifications, external requirements, required completion date, and solution feasibility and estimated cost.

· Coordinate with architecture/engineering firms in developing design criteria and preparing layout and detail drawings. Prepare bid sheets and contracts for construction and facilities acquisition.

· Inspect or direct the inspection of construction and installation progress to ensure conformance to established drawings, specifications, and schedules.

· Develop budgets, estimating labor, material, and construction costs.

· Assist the coordination and overall integration of technical activities in architecture or engineering projects.

· Review and submit proposals, plans, or designs related to facility repair and improvement projects and systems.

· Plan the installation, testing, operation, maintenance, or repair of facilities or equipment.

· Support maintenance department staff with technical analysis and recommendations.

· Compile data and write reports regarding existing or potential engineering studies or projects.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:

· Bachelor's degree in Engineering (mechanical/electrical/civil preferred)

· 10 years of job specific experience required

· Possess the knowledge, skills and abilities to accomplish:

- Evaluate the environmental impacts of proposed engineering and architecture projects and activities.

- Prepare technical drawings, specifications of electrical systems, or topographical maps to ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and requirements.

- Identify environmental risks and develop risk management strategies for civil engineering projects.

- Confer with engineers or other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, or provide technical information.

- Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make

recommendations to maintenance crew.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• Competitive pay and career development opportunities

• 7% Employer funded retirement contribution starting day one

• Full insurance benefits + onsite fitness center and medical clinic

• Holidays, PTO and a paid week off in the last week of December

• We are proud of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging!

WHO WE ARE:

Texas Biomedical Research Institute is one of the world's leading independent biomedical research institutions dedicated to advancing global human health through innovative biomedical research. Texas Biomed aims to unravel the mysteries of infectious diseases through innovative thinking, creative problem solving and cutting-edge technologies.

Texas Biomedical Research Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

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