Research Project Manager (Quality Standards)

Position Information

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Research Project Manager (Quality Standards) for the Center for Advanced Energy Systems within the School of Engineering.

CAES currently operates as the Field Managers for the Department of Energy Industrial Training and Assessment Center (ITAC) Program.

The Field Manager works directly with the ITAC Program Manager at DOE while focusing on program quality assurance. As the Field Manager, CAES supervises all the institute of higher education (IHE) centers in the program and serves as a liaison between the ITACs and DOE.

The program provides no-cost energy assessments to small and medium sized manufacturing plants in the US and has been operating for over 30 years.

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The Research Project Manager (Quality Standards) is an integral member of CAES. The Research Project Manager (Quality Standards) reports to the Center Director and plays a critical role in the internal functions of the office but is also outward facing through direct contact with ITAC Directors and Faculty.

The Research Project Manager (Quality Standards) manages a variety of projects, programs, and supports CAES initiatives.

Completes work independently with broadly defined work objectives and limited review of overall results. Performs professional work that requires specialized to general knowledge of Mechanical Engineering or a similar field.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides technical reviews of all IAC assessment reports.
• Reviews all IAC assessment reports to ensure they include necessary information and that all calculations are correct and are consistent with fundamental engineering principles.
• Facilitates IAC mentor / mentee relationships, including the Women for Energy Efficiency (WE2) Network, through events, workshops, seminars, etc.

and by providing opportunities for leadership development and facilitating the exchange of ideas with others in the energy field.

• Conducts periodic on-site surveillances of Centers.
• Engages in monitoring activities that ensure the Centers are able, equipped, and performing their required assessments and following all required methodologies for the IAC assessment process and requirements, assessment guidelines, appropriate training / tools, and assessment results reporting.

QualificationsMinimum Education and Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar degree) or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of experience with energy systems or similar field.

Certifications / Licenses

Have a valid driver's license.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge with hosting and coordinating mentorship programs.
• Experience with website design and photo / video editing software.
• Familiarity with the Industrial Assessment Center program or Department of Energy funded programs and grants.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with conference / event planning and coordination.
• Skills related to leading team meetings and webinars.
• Experience with hiring and training new staff.
• Abilities with creating and training on Standard Operating Procedures.

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