Title: Mechanical Engineer Senior/Energy Manager Application Review Date: 05/12/2025 Work Location: Radford City - Main Campus Job Description The Mechanical Engineer Senior/Energy Manager is responsible for managing and optimizing energy usage on campus. The main goal is to optimize energy utilization, increase energy efficiency, and lower energy costs. The energy manager will conduct energy audits, identify areas of inefficiency, develop and implement energy-saving initiatives, monitor energy usage and costs, assist with negotiating energy contracts, and educate staff on energy conservation and efficiency practices. Required Qualifications Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of mechanical engineering. Considerable skills in developing and preparing contract documents. Thorough knowledge of communication protocols. Knowledge of Windows operating systems. Ability to test, evaluate, implement, and troubleshoot networking hardware and software malfunctions in a complex, campus-wide telecommunications network. Extensive knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical, pneumatic, and digital controls. Highly familiar with Excel. A combination of knowledge, skills, and abilities, including education, certifications, and/or experience with commercial-scale mechanical systems and Building Automation software, controlling and communication with field equipment and devices. Formal education in Instrumentation, Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Experience with control strategies for a campus/plant of significant scale (500,000 points monitored or greater). Valid driver's license. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of LEED and other sustainability tracking systems. Ability to use diagnostic tools to analyze, identify, and resolve telecommunications and control problems. Extensive knowledge of Johnson Controls ADX (extended application and data server), Lutron Lighting Control System and Automated Logic Corporation (WebCtrl software) for energy saving strategies. Demonstrated experience in the development of presentations and other report writing tools. Knowledge of utility-grade power generation from non-utility sources. Special Instructions to Applicants Is this position Grant Funded: No Is this position restricted: No Is this position eligible for telework: No Hours Per Week: 40 Months per Year: 12 Statement of Economic Interest Required: No FLSA Status: Exempt Work Classification: Classified Staff Normal Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8am to 5pm. Evenings or weekends as required. Employee Classification: Architect/Engineer I Department: FM Maint & Oper Salary: Commensurate with experience Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus Department Contact Name: Jorge Coartney Department Contact Phone: 540-831-7803 Department Contact Email: jcoartne@radford.edu Equal Opportunity Statement: Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices. Clery Statement In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142. Reasonable Accommodation Statement If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department. Criminal Background Check Statement Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.
See More Details >>Location Box 1 c/o RFAAP, Radford, VA, 24143, United States Base Pay$70000.00 - $85000.00 / Year Job Category Production, Engineer, Mechanical Industry Production, Engineer, Mechanical Employee Type Full Time Exempt Required Degree4 Year Degree Manage Others No Minimum Experience 4 Years Contact information • Name Victoria Spadea • Phone540-920-1300 ext. 242 • Email vspadea@grucci.com Description GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: • **Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or in a related field such as mechanical engineering technology required.** • **Professional licensure, such as PE (Professional Engineer) preferred.** • **Four or more years of experience in design and production teams.** • **Background knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDandT) required.** • **Six Sigma Green Belt certification required OR the ability to obtain within one year of employment and maintain certification and demonstrate proficiency in that capacity.** • **Working knowledge of core engineering concepts, including mechanics and materials science.** • **Working knowledge of analysis tools, such as Ansys and Pro/Mechanical.** • **Proven success in product development and the entirety of a product lifecycle.** • **Proficient with computer-aided systems, such as AutoCAD, Solidworks, MATLAB CAM, CAE, etc.** • **Demonstrated experience in improving manufacturing equipment performance.** • **Exhibit proficiency in problem solving.** • **Able to work with multiple departments (Quality, Production, Safety) and assess and offer insight on priorities with direct report and leadership.** • **Must possess a valid drivers license.** • **Must be able to receive clearance from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATFE).** • **Must have machine design experience.** • **Must have the ability to make judgments based on factual data, work with minimal supervision and manage multiple projects and tasks.** • **Background knowledge of International Organization for Standardization (ISO), preferred.** • **Background in basic Excel and Word.** • **Must be capable of reading and understanding technical drawings including Department of Defense (DoD) drawings.** • **Must be able to read at Level 4 on the Graham-Field Eye Test Card (Jaeger Eye Test).** • **Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.** • **Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.** • **Must be courteous, tactful, and objective while working to ensure that quality and service objective are maintained throughout the organization.** • **Must be able to work well with others and motivate employees.** • **Must be able to work well under the pressure of ensuring that requirements and specifications are met in an ever-changing environment.** Job Duties • **Work on projects to sustain a product, involving replacement or redesign of obsolete components, product improvement features, cost reductions, manufacturing support, and field complaints.** • **Prepare assembly or product layout and detailed drawings and participate in building of prototype product or system.** • **Participate in Process Engineering to identify inefficiencies throughout the plant and contribute towards a solution.** • **Provide tolerance analyses, apply GDandT, develop reliability testing procedures, and generate design verification reports.** • **Design methods for testing product capabilities and troubleshooting mechanical or structural flaws.** • **Ensure that design testing, implementation, and maintenance processes are executed according to company quality standards.** • **Communicate technical requirements to vendors as needed to support purchasing documents.** • **Participate in the machine shop with operation of lathes, mills, drills etc. to prototype and prove out concept.** • *Participate in regularly scheduled department meetings to report on project status, prepare and give design presentations.** • **Analyze mechanical problems and produce innovative solutions using multiple fabrication and material methods including but not limited to machined parts, and sheet metal.** • **Oversee product development from design to implementation, monitoring status of all assignments and reporting to senior managers on progress.** • **Evaluate mechanical designs for potential flaws and offer modifications to eliminate them.** • **Comply with all national and local regulations and maintain organizational values and standards.** • **Identify, design, and implement equipment improvements on existing equipment.** • **Integrate equipment into production and participate in training.** • **Lead/support the development and implementation of equipment and process innovations that will improve productivity and capabilities.** • **Must be committed to ISO and the company's Quality Management System using process approach and risk-based thinking methodologies.** • **Participate in Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action efforts.** • **Participate and lead as needed in Continuous Improvement initiatives.** • **Participate in on-going training and education as directed by the Facility Maintenance Manager.** • **Obey all company work and safety rules.** • **Perform all other duties as directed by the Facility Maintenance Manager.** Physical Requirements • **Must be able to move throughout the facility during the course of the workday.** • *EOE**
See More Details >>Job Description What does it take to push the limits of technology? Bold Thinking. Working at BAE Systems means working with a leader in next generation and safer energetics for our warfighters. We take pride in the work we do and think you will too. Right now, our Ordinance Systems team is looking for experienced Rocket Development Engineers with computer programming experience. As part of our Engineering team, you will work like-minded and similarly focused scientists, technicians, and engineers, to help develop solutions that keep our nation safe. That’s not all. You will also have opportunities to grow your career and enjoy work-life balance with a flexible work schedule with the ability to work remotely 1-2 days / week. We also offer competitive salary packages and a friendly work environment. As a Senior Rocket Development Engineer, you will: • Design, analyze, build, and test rocket motors for aerospace and defense applications. • Lead development programs and support other programs with design and analysis. • Size motors, grains and nozzles • Develop estimates of rocket motor performance • Design mechanical motor components, including motor cases, propellant grain and nozzles • Select and implement equipment for motor and component testing • Predict motor performance using computer simulations • Perform design optimization analyses • Use internally developed and commercially available codes to perform computer-aided analyses • Perform computational fluid dynamics on internal motor flows and external plumes • Perform thermal analysis on composite insulators and motor structural components • Perform finite element structural analysis on composite and metal components • Assess design and test risks using quantitative risk assessment methods • Present technical work products to peers, senior leadership and external customers Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related scientific / mathematical field. Must have completed coursework in physics and differential equations • 4+ years’ experience in engineering design and analysis • Experience with CAD software (e.g. Autodesk, Solidworks, Pro-Engineer, etc.) • Experience with computer programming such as C#, C++, or Python • Able to think critically and work creatively • Good understanding of thermodynamics and/or fluid dynamics Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • Python and C# Experience Highly Desirable • Experience in design of aerospace propulsion or structures • Experience with Solidworks • Experience with modeFrontier, DAKOTA, or similar optimization tools • Experience in creating and interpreting engineering drawings • Experience with Star-CCM+ • Working knowledge of composite materials and structures (especially pressure vessels) • Object Oriented Programming Experience (C++, Java etc.) • Proficient in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Analysis, Thermal Analysis, and/or Finite Element Structural Analysis (Solidworks, ANSYS, ABAQUS etc.) Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $86460 - $146982 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics. About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too. This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Radford, VA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in the mechanical trade generally span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 45,515 mechanical engineers nationwide, with a significant presence in Virginia, and the field is projected to grow by 11% from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Radford, VA, can expect to earn an average of $267 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $581 per week. Vocational schools, unions, and platforms like HireLevel facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with robust earning potential.
