Management Engineer, Building Automation – Facilities & Services

Management Engineer, Building Automation – Facilities & Services

Job Summary
The Building Automation Management Engineer is responsible for the overall leadership, technical direction, and operational management of the campus Building Automation System (BAS) and Electronic Access Control (EAC) programs. This position manages the DDC Specialist I-V classification series, BAS design staff, and provides strategic oversight of system architecture, design, programming standards, capital project integration, staff development, and 24/7 operational reliability. The Manager serves as the primary technical authority and administrative lead for BAS/EAC systems, ensuring alignment with campus standards, shop drawing design, energy management goals, life-safety requirements, and long-term infrastructure planning. Duties & Responsibilities

• Leadership & Supervision
  1. Directly supervise, manage, and evaluate Building Automation staff.
  2. Establish work priorities, staffing plans, performance expectations, and professional development goals.
  3. Oversee promotional evaluations, succession planning, and skills progression within the DDC Specialist series.
  4. Foster a culture of safety, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Technical Oversight & System Governance
  1. Provide technical authority for BAS and EAC programming standards, system architecture, global programming practices, and integrations.
  2. Approve advanced programming strategies, server-level configurations, network design, and third-party integrations.
  3. Ensure system reliability, redundancy, and system migration for BAS/EAC platforms.
  4. Provide support and oversight of building analytics.
• Capital Projects & Engineering Coordination
  1. Serve as the primary BAS/EAC representative for capital projects, renovations, and major system upgrades.
  2. Review and provide insight to specifications, sequences of operation, shop drawings, submittals, and commissioning documentation for compliance with campus standards.
  3. Coordinate with engineering, construction management, vendors, and manufacturers throughout project lifecycles.
• Strategic Planning & Continuous Improvement
  1. Lead long-term planning for BAS/EAC/FDD modernization, expansion, and lifecycle replacement.
  2. Analyze system performance, utilization, alarms, trends, and energy data to support operational and sustainability goals.
  3. Assist in development and maintain standards, policies, documentation, and best practices.
• Operational Support & Incident Management
  1. Provide leadership during critical system outages, emergencies, and after-hours incidents.
  2. Escalate and coordinate complex troubleshooting involving multiple trades, IT, vendors, or manufacturers.
  3. Ensure appropriate 24/7 emergency coverage and on-call rotation within the DDC group.
• Training, Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
  1. Ensure consistent training and knowledge transfer across the DDC team.
  2. Act as the primary point of contact for campus stakeholders regarding BAS/EAC capabilities, limitations, and initiatives.
  3. Communicate system impacts, planned outages, and major changes to affected groups.
• Other Duties
  1. Perform other duties as assigned in support of Utilities & Energy Services objectives. Adhere to F&S mission, vision, and values.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Facilities Management, Information Technology, Building Automation, or a closely related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in Building Automation Systems, including advanced programming, system architecture, and/or integration.
• Demonstrated experience managing technical staff.
• Demonstrated experience with enterprise-level BAS platforms (e.g., Siemens, Schneider Electric).

Preferred Qualifications
* Registration as Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois
* Experience in work management systems. Specifically, Asset Works AiM software.
* Work experience in a university environment.
* Experience in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
* Experience in managing crafts and trades work functions.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, controls theory, networking concepts, cybersecurity considerations, and life-safety integration.
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Microsoft Project
• AutoCAD
• Leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on technical oversight.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage high-pressure situations and mission-critical systems.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5003 – Program Director position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 6/22/2026. The budgeted salary range for this position is $115,000 to $125,000. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints.

This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on 6/3/2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Bryan Fijalkovich at fijalkov@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign – the state’s flagship public university and one of the world’s leading research institutions – every staff member helps shape what’s next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you’re empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence – where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.

Champaign-Urbana

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1036151
Job Category: Professional and Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu