Description About the Role Join one of the most diverse and innovative engineering design teams with multiple specialties within the transportation sector. The Port Authority’s airports, ports, ferries, tunnels, bridges, bus terminals and rail transportation systems are important transportation links in the region. The Mechanical Engineering unit within the Engineering/Architecture Design Division serves a unique role within the Port Authority by providing engineering planning and design services throughout the Agency with close coordination with external and internal stakeholders. Reporting to the Chief Mechanical Engineer, the Principal Mechanical Engineer, Plumbing & Fire Protection for the JFK Airport Redevelopment (JFKR) program will be primarily responsible for preparation of mechanical engineering (Plumbing/Fire Protection) studies, contract drawings, technical specifications, and construction cost estimates; evaluate project scopes, develop design criteria, budgets for design services, and design schedules; audit Plumbing/Fire Protection system designs performed by consultants; provide technical advice and assistance to facility and other Port Authority personnel; design coordination, status reporting, schedule reporting, budget reporting, and brief senior staff. Responsibilities • Provide expert engineering advice, guidance and recommendations for the assigned facilities for plumbing and fire protection system needs. • Prepare, provide oversight and review the preparation of Contract Documents for design-bid-build (DBB) contracts, consisting of drawings, technical specifications, and construction cost estimates. • Produce biddable and constructible Contract Documents to meet the requirements of the JFKR program within established scope, schedule and budget. • Prepare, provide oversight and review the preparation of Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and Request for Proposal (RFP) documents for Design-Build (DB) contracts, including the Requirements and Provisions for Work (RPW), Conceptual Design Drawings, technical specifications, and cost estimates for design and construction. • Provide JFKR program with design alternatives and associated cost, for planning and funding of future projects. • Review preliminary and detailed cost estimates and schedules, design criteria for new construction of electrical projects, and designs for the alteration of existing electrical systems and infrastructure. Review criteria including tolerances, dimensions, shapes and sizes, and determine the properties required in materials and feasible construction methods. • Provide guidance and direction in Engineering design, including technical analyses and associated economic studies and make recommendations. • Ensure technical integrity, safety, efficient operation, maintainability and sound economics of the assigned projects. • Ensure that projects are coordinated with other disciplines, facility operators and outside entities (manufacturer’s representatives, utilities, consulting engineers and contractors). • Manage staff to ensure design services meet quality standards and Quality Control Program • Provide on-site support at JFK Airport, on as-needed basis (minimum one day per week) • Prepare Scope of Work and design criteria for all projects involving consultants. • Audit Design Build submissions for adherence with all applicable codes and standards and compliance with the final conformed Requirements and Provisions of Work. • Audit call-in consultant design and work progress. Ensure that consultant’s designs conform to their assigned Scope of Work, applicable codes, Port Authority Design Standards, are delivered on-time, and cost is kept within budget. Provide technical assistance to facilities. Designs must ensure safe and reliable operation of facilities. • Act as the primary technical contact with the Line Department and provide expert advice on Plumbing and Fire Protection System needs. • Evaluation of code compliance. • Perform field surveys and inspection. Minimum Qualifications • Minimum of 10 years of professional engineering experience in mechanical engineering design of plumbing and fire protection systems for commercial and industrial buildings. • Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering college or university. • Experience supervising professional technical staff. • Demonstrated experience in negotiations and conflict resolution skills to effectively reach sound conclusions and recommendations. • Proven ability to lead, manage, and prioritize multiple assignments with multiple disciplines. • Ability to demonstrate strong conceptualization, problem solving, and decision-making skills from experience in directing, and managing both routine and complex civil infrastructure programs and projects. • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work independently and prioritize as required. • Effective oral, including experience in making presentations, and written communication skills commensurate with the supervisory responsibilities of the position. • Working knowledge and experience with various codes including New York State, New York City, and New Jersey building codes as well as local codes and applicable NFPA standards. • Valid driver's license. Desired Qualifications • Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering college or university. • Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of New York or New Jersey. • Demonstrated supervisory experience overseeing planning and design of routine and large scale mechanical engineering projects. • Experience in Plumbing and Fire Protection Systems design and their applications for transportation facilities. • Proficient in the use of various computer programs such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Hydraulic Analysis. Selection Process The application process varies by position, but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s). Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check. Compensation & Benefits The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package, hybrid work options for many positions, and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement. Click here for more information about benefits, our culture, and career development opportunities.
See More Details >>The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high-quality drinking water, managing wastewater and storm water, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP's water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system’s 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City. The Bureau of Engineering Design & Construction (BEDC) currently has a portfolio of capital projects valued at $35B, and another $13.6B projected over the next 10-year commitment plan. The projects BEDC implements allows DEP as a whole to continue to operate and maintain an exemplary water supply system. Our In-House Design (IHD) directorate provides design and engineering services to meet operations’ needs in a manner consistent with BEDC’s core values of safety, schedule, quality, and customer service. IHD supports projects from the capital project initiation process through preliminary design, design, procurement construction, and finally with the turnover to operations. IHD’s Design Services division includes Architectural, Site Civil, Structural, Process Mechanical/HVAC, Water Tunnel Mechanical Systems, and Electrical discipline sections. Each design section prepares design and construction documents including engineering plans and specifications for the construction of water supply, sewer, and wastewater treatment infrastructure. IHD projects are typically of the highest priority for the Agency. IHD’s Engineering Services includes the Quality Assurance, Laboratory Services, Specifications/Standard Operating Procedures, Sustainability, and BIM/CADD sections. The Engineering Services division focuses on project’s sustainability, resiliency, laboratory material testing, quality reviews and inspections, standardization of documents, project delivery standards and uses current BIM/CADD technology to streamline engineering design processes. Under the jurisdiction of BEDC’s IHD Division, the Process Mechanical Section is responsible for creating process/mechanical engineering designs for capital improvement projects that, in conjunction with other engineering disciplines, develop and shape DEP’s public infrastructure, and assist in the continued operation and maintenance of an exemplary water supply, wastewater conveyance and treatment system to protect New York City’s public environment. The projects worked on are some of the largest public work’s contracts administered by the City. They are vital to the health and welfare of the citizens of New York and allow the designers to leave a lasting legacy by creating facilities that will be utilized for generations to come. The Process Mechanical Section is responsible for the preparation of process mechanical engineering documents involving the construction, remodeling, operation, maintenance and repair of public infrastructure, including plans and technical specifications for large and complex projects for water supply, wastewater and miscellaneous facilities. Specific work areas include, but are not necessarily limited to, preparation of plans and specifications for extremely complex rehabilitation efforts, upgrades, expansions, and new construction of major infrastructure and tunnel and wastewater facilities, such as water resource recovery plants, pumping stations, reservoir gate houses, and potable water facilities. Focus is on the mechanical/ process components for these projects. These projects are of the highest priority and must be frequently implemented without the interruption of the supply of drinking water or the wastewater treatment process. The Process Mechanical Section also continuously coordinates with other disciplines including civil, structural, tunnel mechanical, architectural, and electrical throughout the entire design process. BEDC seeks to hire an Administrative Engineer M3 for IHD’s Process Mechanical Section, located in Queens, NY. Under direction of the Deputy Director, with broad scope for the exercise of independent initiative judgment, the selected candidate will perform the duties of a Process Mechanical Section Manager. S/he will oversee a staff of personnel who are engaged with preparing said designs. The Process Mechanical Section Manager will develop staff skills to meet the needs of the project scope, review and comment on designs of staff, perform high level engineering for the most critical and complex aspects of projects assigned to the section, liaise with operating bureaus and other agency stakeholders to ensure proper execution of work, establish standards, specifications and design criteria based on industry standards and stay up to date on changing regulations and technology. The selected candidate will also be required to perform administrative functions including evaluations, time and leave approvals, staff planning and hiring processes. • *** Only those applicants with permanent Civil Service status as an Administrative Engineer are eligible to apply to this JVN. If you do not have permanent civil service status as an Administrative Engineer, please do not apply to this position as you will not be considered for an interview. **** PREFERRED SKILLS 1. Minimum 15 years of experience in planning, design and design services during construction for process mechanical/ environmental engineering projects 2. Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or environmental engineering is preferred 3. Excellent oral, written, and communication skills, ability to meet deadlines, and an ability to be flexible in assignment of work responsibilities 4. Experience with AutoCAD and Revit software programs 5. Strong organizational and computer skills 6. Process Mechanical/ Environmental Engineering design as it relates to water and wastewater projects. 7. Management and supervisory skills 8. Interpersonal and mentoring Skills 9. Technical Writing Skills ADMINISTRATIVE ENGINEER - 10015 Minimum Qualifications 1. A valid New York State License as a Professional Engineer and six (6) years of full-time satisfactory experience in chemical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, or plan examining work, at least two (2) years of which must have been in an executive, managerial, or administrative capacity. 55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/. Residency Requirement New York City Residency is not required for this position Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
See More Details >>This Opportunity Takes part in providing local technical assistance for the design, development, building, testing, and inspecting of mechanical systems on infrastructure, building, and construction projects in the public and private sector. Tasks may include basic assistance with the research, design, concept development, installation, operation, maintenance, and optimal integration of automatic temperature control, air distribution, hydronic, and plumbing systems, equipment and processes. Generates accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of the project. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality. WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full-Time Early Career Mechanical Engineer for our New York, NY office. Be involved in projects with our Buildings Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges. Your Impact • Under general supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction. • Assist with performing basic professional mechanical engineering work relating to conducting research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, building, infrastructure, usage, and mechanical systems to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits. • Perform routine engineering functions and provide entry-level technical assistance on various design requirements, load calculations, and operating strategies to account for the proper installation and functioning of equipment and systems according to specifications. • Assist with verifying the characteristics of a site and providing basic technical assistance on various engineering, design, and construction issues. • Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation and specifications using electronic systems, drawings, and field/work site notebook/logs. • Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, engineering studies and surveys, and construction. • Complete training on assigned tasks. • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Who You Are Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related discipline. • 0 to 1 years of relevant post education experience. • Excellent research skills with analytical mindset. • Familiarity with process and concepts for design/build. • Familiarity with relevant mechanical system and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements. • Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience. • Proficient self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment. • Ability to work independently under general supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives. • Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, spreadsheets, technology, and tools. • Familiarity with discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD, CAM). • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. • Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements. • The selected candidate must have the ability to work in the United States immediately. Preferred Qualifications: • Engineer in Training Certification. • Prior internship related to the degree of study and the specific engineering discipline. • A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations. WSP Benefits: WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings. Compensation: Expected Salary (all locations): $58,200 - $96,030 WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law. #LI-GA1 About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started? WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom learning and allowing individuals to gain practical skills while earning. Apprenticeships in New York, NY, typically last three to four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 321,371 mechanical trade professionals in New York, NY, with an average weekly wage of $1,791.44. The job outlook for mechanical trades is promising, with a projected 11% growth from 2023 to 2033, significantly outpacing the average for all occupations. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like HireLevel offer apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with potential earnings exceeding $90,000 annually for experienced professionals.
