What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervising Facilities Engineer position at Mount Holyoke College?
Job no:
R-0000002919
Position Title:
Supervising Facilities Engineer
Faculty or Staff:
Staff
Full Time or Part Time:
Full time
In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote:
In-Person
Minimum Starting Rate of Pay:
$127,225.00
Rate of pay commensurate with experience
Start Date:
02/02/2026
Job Description:
Facilities Management supports campus operations, planning, and sustainability across 60 buildings (2M sq. ft.) and 300 acres, with a staff of :140 FTEs. The college is committed to carbon neutrality by 2037, anchored by a transition from a fossil-fuel steam system to a geo-exchange district energy system, paired with aggressive energy efficiency initiatives.
Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Facilities, the Supervising Facilities Engineer is the senior technical leader responsible for safe, efficient campus operations; optimization of the Central Heating and Chiller Plants; and future oversight of the geo-exchange system. This role drives energy performance, cost reduction, and sustainability outcomes while leading Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) supervisors and teams.
Essential Responsibilities
Leadership & Operations
Hiring range $127,225 - $147,434
Background Checks:
Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college. As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy.
Special Instructions for Applicants:
Apply online; application materials must include:
R-0000002919
Position Title:
Supervising Facilities Engineer
Faculty or Staff:
Staff
Full Time or Part Time:
Full time
In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote:
In-Person
Minimum Starting Rate of Pay:
$127,225.00
Rate of pay commensurate with experience
Start Date:
02/02/2026
Job Description:
Facilities Management supports campus operations, planning, and sustainability across 60 buildings (2M sq. ft.) and 300 acres, with a staff of :140 FTEs. The college is committed to carbon neutrality by 2037, anchored by a transition from a fossil-fuel steam system to a geo-exchange district energy system, paired with aggressive energy efficiency initiatives.
Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Facilities, the Supervising Facilities Engineer is the senior technical leader responsible for safe, efficient campus operations; optimization of the Central Heating and Chiller Plants; and future oversight of the geo-exchange system. This role drives energy performance, cost reduction, and sustainability outcomes while leading Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) supervisors and teams.
Essential Responsibilities
Leadership & Operations
- Lead and mentor three MEP trade supervisors; promote technical excellence and energy-conscious operations
- Serve as Chief Engineer for the Central Heating Plant
- Recruit, train, and manage plant personnel in compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
- Develop and manage MEP and utility budgets; forecast and track energy use
- Identify and implement long-term efficiency strategies to reduce costs and carbon emissions
- Ensure compliance with energy codes and building performance standards
- Implement planned maintenance programs to maximize equipment efficiency and lifespan
- Coordinate third-party energy audits and assessments
- Develop and implement Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs), emphasizing low/no-cost improvements
- Optimize building performance through retro-commissioning and continuous system monitoring
- Support capital energy and plant upgrade projects from design through commissioning
- Maintain and optimize the Building Automation System (BAS)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Energy Engineering (or related field)
- Experience: 7–10 years managing complex facilities and central utility plants; higher education experience preferred
- Technical Expertise: HVAC, steam/hydronic systems, electrical distribution, and BAS
- Licensure: Massachusetts Second Class Steam Engineer License and/or Professional Engineer (PE)
- Proven leadership and staff development experience
- Strong financial, data analysis, and project management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to work indoors/outdoors year-round; lift up to 50 lbs.; respond to emergencies as needed
- Regular physical activity including standing, climbing, lifting, and manual tasks
Hiring range $127,225 - $147,434
Background Checks:
Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college. As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy.
Special Instructions for Applicants:
Apply online; application materials must include:
- A cover letter summarizing interests and qualifications
- A complete resume or curriculum vitae
- For faculty positions, statements on mentoring, teaching, and research will also be required.
Salary : $127,225 - $147,434