Engineer,Inter

• 502939
• Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States
• Staff
• Staff Full-time
• Closing at: Nov 26 2025 - 23:55 MST
  
  

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Position Title: Engineer,Inter

Employee Classification: Engineer,Inter

College/Division: Engineering College

Department: 360800-ENGINEERING NM RESOURCE NETWORK

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate: Entry $59,965.78; Commensurate with qualifications

Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt: Exempt

Summary: Join our team as an Engineer, Intermediate and make a real impact by helping clients achieve significant energy efficiency. You will be responsible for conducting assessments and accurately calculating potential savings, then summarizing your findings in comprehensive reports.

Classification Summary

Under general supervision, performs an assortment of engineering duties such as the planning of manufacturing, and the installation, operation, and maintenance of complex apparatus. Performs complex activities in the use of devices and energy for commercial, domestic, and industrial use. Works directly with engineers in other disciplines to augment production size and value.

Classification Standard Duties

May carry out feasibility studies for new technical innovations. Draws up plans and specifications for projects, using computer-assisted engineering and design software. Estimates material, construction, and labor costs, and project timescales. May coordinate technicians and craftspeople. Tests installations and systems, and analyzing data making sure projects meet applicable safety regulations. Oversees inspection and maintenance programs. Attends meetings, writing reports and giving presentations to managers and clients.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency

Required Education:Bachelor's degree in Engineering.; Required Experience:Three (3) years of professional experience related to the standard duties as outlined.; Equivalency:None; Required Certification/License:

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge and understanding of principles, procedures, regulations, and standards applicable to the job. A comprehensive understanding of electrical health and safety regulations. Understanding of the University's mission, vision and goals.; SKILLS:Excellent communication skills. Excellent math, science, technology and IT skills. Excellent team-working and people skills. Good budgetary skills. Strong decision-making skills.; ABILITIES:The ability to analyze complex problems and assess possible solutions. The ability to explain design ideas clearly. The ability to prioritize and plan effectively.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

Conduct energy efficiency assessments, calculate energy efficiency, and write reports. Work with other staff on the best practices for various energy savings technologies including lighting, HVAC, fans, pumps, air compression, and industrial process use. Conduct outreach and consult with the owners, facility managers, and contractors on energy efficiency options.

Plan and deliver presentations at meetings and training events to the business owners, managers, and employees. Such presentations will include professional societies. Complete technical and financial analyses after assessment and prepare reports. Assist in the preparation of federal and corporate funding proposals. Create new opportunities by preparing and submitting new project proposals to national funding agencies. Perform site-specific engineering analysis and evaluation of energy efficiency projects and programs involving industrial process equipment, such as pumps, fans, compressed air systems, complex central plant systems, and advanced HVAC equipment. Perform building energy use assessments and simulations using software packages such as eQuest, DOE2.2, EnergyPro, etc. Review and verify energy savings calculations.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Requirements of the Position

Department Contact: Jalal Rastegary, (575) 646-1510, rastegar@nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon external funding

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.

Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.

Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Recruitment Summary

We are New Mexico’s land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research public service and outreach at all levels. NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff and students who are working together to make a difference. We are a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI), a minority-serving institution (MSI) and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico. We offer an accessible education that shapes bright futures.

NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.

NMSU Global Campus

Since 1888, NMSU has proudly embodied this tradition, building relationships that last a lifetime while serving students who want to earn their degree and grow in their field. Today, NMSU Global Campus provides flexible, career-focused online education that helps our students transform their lives – and the lives of the people they love – through over 70 degree and certificate programs, skill-building microlearning courses, and career and talent development.

NMSU Main Campus

Located in Las Cruces, NM, New Mexico State University's 900-acre main campus is located at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States. As a thriving center of higher education, deeply rooted in the regional tradition, its role as a comprehensive university is recognized throughout the state.

Doña Ana Community College

Founded in 1973 in collaboration with local school districts to support occupational education, DACC is now a leading community college that provides transformative educational opportunities that meet the workforce needs of Doña Ana County. With a focus on access, innovation and excellence, DACC offers over ninety degrees and certificates, adult education, specialized workforce training, and small business assistance. 

Alamogordo Campus

Established in 1958 to serve the needs of the airmen and families stationed at Holloman Air Force Base located only 10 miles west of Alamogordo, NMSUA is a community college with a long history of excellence that is supported by a caring community of hard-working students and dedicated faculty and staff. The campus is situated “on the hill” above Alamogordo and provides inspiring views of the city and the Tularosa Basin, offering the perfect venue for creative and motivated learning.

Grants Campus

NMSU Grants was established as a branch of New Mexico State University in 1968 through the cooperative efforts of New Mexico State University and Grants Municipal Schools. As a two-year branch community college, NMSU Grants serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including the Pueblos of Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni, as well as Tohajiilee, San Mateo, San Rafael, Cubero, the City of Grants, and the Village of Milan.

Special Instructions to Applicants

The electronic application is the *official* document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.

EEO Statement

New Mexico State University does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military service, or other non-merit factor.