Part-Time Engineering Services Assistant

CAPITAL PLANNING (UA-UART-IUBLA)

The Capital Planning and Facilities (CPF) mission is to create a physical environment that fosters success. We plan, create, maintain, and preserve Indiana University's (IU) beautiful, functional, and sustainable campuses. A unit within CPF, Engineering Services, provides engineering solutions for IU campuses; our team of licensed engineers and skilled systems designers provides mechanical and electrical engineering services and handles special engineering projects for all IU campuses.

Engineering Services also provides technical consulting and support for other divisions within Capital Projects.

Our staff members are our most valuable asset. Each individual is a team member who contributes to the decision‑making process. We seek creative and innovative solutions to meet our customers' needs. We set high service standards, and we reward superior effort and results. We promote the personal growth of our staff through education and training.

The Engineering Services Assistant will work under senior mechanical and electrical engineers and other engineering staff as required.

• Works with senior mechanical and electrical engineers in reviewing design documents, construction drawings, and specifications.
• Updates electrical and mechanical standards.
• Compiles data related to electrical and mechanical engineering.
• Prepares construction documents including developing basic 1‑line diagrams for systems using AutoCAD.
• Performs field investigations and site visits to monitor project progress and compliance.
• Assists with information collection for energy and sustainability projects.

Required

• Currently pursuing a degree in the following areas of study: architectural, electrical, mechanical, industrial engineering or other technical degrees

Preferred

• Educational background in AutoCAD is a plus

Required

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate sound judgment and decision‑making skills
• Demonstrated computer skills with knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software, e‑mail utility and PDF file use
• Self‑starter with a basic understanding of architectural, electrical, and/or mechanical systems, and experience with AutoCAD
• Ability to learn to access the document management system to retrieve previous building plans and specifications

Preferred

• Basic understanding of architectural, electrical, and/or mechanical systems and reading plans
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, or GIS is a plus

• Real‑world experience in capital project planning and execution
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and project managers
• Exposure to sustainable design and construction practices
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that impact the campus community

Bloomington, Indiana

Career Level:

Part Time Employee

FLSA:
Nonexempt

Job Function:
Part Time Employee

Job Family:
Part Time Employee

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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