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Controls Commissioning Engineer

University of North Carolina Wilmington
Wilmington, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 11/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/23/2027
Posting Details

Benefits of Working at UNCW
Want to become a soaring UNCW Seahawk and work at one of the best universities on the East Coast? Want to put your toes in the sand after a day of work? The University of North Carolina Wilmington offers a wonderfully vibrant university community along with a beautiful location just miles from the beach.

Employees of UNCW are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other programs, resources, policies, and practices that help to support a work/life balance. Our programs have been designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit your needs and the needs of your family. Full time employees are eligible for dental, vision and health insurance plans. Health insurance benefit plans eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.

Full time employees are also eligible for the tuition waiver program which covers the cost of tuition and fees for up to three (3) undergraduate or graduate courses per academic year at UNCW or any other university within the UNC System. In addition, UNCW covers the cost of tuition and fees for one UNCW course each summer session.

As a full time employee, UNCW also offers a free membership to the Campus Recreation Center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, meditation and yoga sessions, voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays, 24 hours of paid community service leave time, paid vacation and sick leave accrual and family medical leave after 12 months of continuous service.

We also offer an abundance of training and development programs through our Dare to Learn Academy, and the employee assistance program, many of which are offered free of charge.
Hiring Range Determined based on qualifications and/or experience
Working Title Controls Commissioning Engineer
External Link to Posting https://jobs.uncw.edu/postings/38000
Vacancy Number E1457
Position Number 8317
Location of Workplace Main UNCW Campus
Home Department Physical Plant - 35210
Division Business Affairs - 35000 Division
Brief Summary of Work for this Position
This position is responsible for analyzing building automation and control systems/data and recommending modifications to achieve better operation or energy efficiency.

Detailed responsibiliites include:
  • Develop, coordinate, and execute various facilities management, engineering, and planning of projects and assist with design review to sustain reliable university metering infrastructure on campus.
  • Ensure equipment is operated in the most efficient manner to minimize operating costs associated with energy consumption, and equipment repair.
  • Provide expertise, oversight, and vendor management to repair, calibrate and catalog all metering assets.
  • Provide expertise and coordination as required to accurately catalog metering assets in AiM and/or BAS.
  • Oversee maintenance, repair, and improvements to existing facilities; engineering and technical support, HVAC controls troubleshooting and review, emergency management and planning, remediation; and other related tasks as assigned by the Director or Assistant Director.
  • Liaise with UNCW Facilities Planning and Design staff for new construction and planning as needed. Collaborate with design engineers, contractors, and facility staff, and provides direction to standardize the quality, system integration, and functionality during the construction of small and large projects.
  • Provide expertise to develop physical and human resources to support a fully integrated and leveraged control department.
  • Provide expertise to develop metering resources, processes, and procedures to fully leverage on-line readings, information, and maintenance.
  • Determine the feasibility of project implementation or continuation, devise engineering with counterparts at other universities and colleges to compare operational matters and exchange data.
  • Consultation and collaboration between Facilities leadership and contractors and engineers is required.
  • Offer technical assistance on complex mechanical, structural, and civil engineering projects.

This position has been designated as mandatory personnel for the University and may be required to report to work during adverse weather conditions even though the University may be operating on an alternate schedule. This position may assist in the removal of snow, ice or debris, as required.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree in the engineering discipline related to the area of assignment (mechanical or electrical disciplines); or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience
  • Experience with design and construction practices applicable to state construction projects.
  • Basic engineering principles related to heat transfer, operation of mechanical equipment, electricity, refrigeration, and fluid flow - familiarity with general construction and maintenance practices for institutional buildings and infrastructure.
  • Engineering drawings, HVAC systems and controls, plumbing and pumping systems, sanitary sewer systems, fire protection systems, operation of regional energy plants, and key systems.
  • Troubleshoot problems associated with the operation of mechanical and energy systems.
  • Familiarity with building codes and working knowledge of pneumatic control systems.
  • 10 years of documentable work experience in the controls industry.
  • 5 years experience in BAS metering resources.
  • 2 years commissioning commercial BAS systems.
  • 10 years of Project management experience.
Required Certifications or Licensures
Valid NC Drivers License or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The primary purpose of the Physical Plant is to maintain the building, grounds, and infrastructure of the UNCW campus so that it is safe, reliable, clean, and attractive. This includes departments such as HVAC, Electric, Plumbing, Landscaping, Housekeeping, Motor Pool, Food Services Maintenance, General Maintenance, Fire Alarm and Physical Security and Access and Locksmith Services.

College/School Information
University Information
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.
EEO Statement
UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Number of Openings Single Incumbent
Special Notes to Applicants
PLEASE NOTE: This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application, including the 'Work History' section before you apply for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
Months Per Year 12 Months
FTE 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
Type of Position Time-limited
Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Positions 07/23/2027
Job Posting Date 11/21/2025
Posting Close Date 12/12/2025

UNC Wilmington actively fosters a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified persons from all racial, ethnic or other minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

 

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