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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN Mechanical Engineer in Austin, Texas
As technical expert, independently evaluate the plans and specifications for projects prepared by other architects, engineers, and other design professionals. Perform reviews in conjunction with and coordinated with other disciplines of architecture and engineering meeting the agreed review schedule. Review to ensure the projects meet UT adopted codes, standards, programmatic needs, sustainability goals, and to minimize the effects of inflationary construction costs.Works independently in resolving highly complex and technical issues related to design and construction.Apply related professional skills and knowledge during construction to provide compliance with building codes and UT Standards as directed by supervision.Participate in providing input and updating the related discipline specific requirements in the UT Austin Standards.Assist and interact with Facilities Maintenance and other University personnel throughout all project phases as directed by supervision.Ensure associated required record-keeping systems are maintained.Perform value management engineering studies and evaluation of schematic design, preliminary design, and when so determined in construction management costing or post-bid costing to achieve aesthetic and technical value at reduced or increased costs consistent with life cycle costs for maintenance, durability, and energy conservation.Secure and maintain required discipline license including any continued education criterion.Other duties as assigned.