Mechanical Engineer- Levels A, B, C (HVAC - Engineer)

Build your career while building NYC schools and impacting the learning environments of the next generation!

The SCA’s Architecture and Engineering Department is responsible for development of scope, design, and construction documents for new school buildings, additions, lease conversions and renovation work of existing schools for New York City’s 1.1 million students. Our projects are intentionally and thoughtfully designed; positive impact design is at the forefront of all our projects. Our In-House studio is a multidisciplinary practice that is responsible for designing some of the largest and most complex schools in our 1,500+ school portfolio. Our other two studios manage external consultants from design inception to completion.  Our three studios are comprised of talented architects and engineers who are driven to deliver high quality custom designed, sustainable, and resilient public schools. Come and join our continuing journey towards design excellence in the K-12 education sector.  Be impactful!

We have excellent opportunities for Mechanical Engineers who function as a project team leaders in the design of HVAC system in school buildings. Responsible for the preparation of scope reports and design documents, including drawings and specifications. May supervise work of other Engineers and Associates Engineers.

Responsibilities include:

Engineer A

• Performs and/or supervises the preparation of scope, pre-schematic, schematic, preliminary and construction documents including reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications, provides overall coordination for in-house design projects in reference to HVAC Systems.
• May function as a project leader to plan and coordinate work with other Engineers and Architects; may direct, Quality Assurance Specialists, Technical Inspectors, Associate Engineers/Architects and Architectural/Engineering Technicians working on several less complex design and construction projects, up to and including new small primary schools, partial modernizations, additions, leased space planning, and several Rehabilitation/Capital Improvement Projects (CIP).

Engineer B

• May function as project leader to plan and coordinate work with other Engineers and Architects; may direct Engineers, Architects, Quality Assurance Specialists, Technical Inspectors, Associate Engineers and Associate Architects, and Architectural/Engineering Technicians, working on several more complex design projects such as new large primary schools, small intermediate schools, special types of buildings, full modernizations, large additions, and specialized and/or numerous CIPs.
• May act as the HVAC leader in a department to train and develop internal staff in mechanical engineering discipline and may chair or participate in department seminars and workshops. Provides mentoring for professional development of lower-level employees such as engineers, associates, and technicians.
• Trains New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) employees and contingent staff, as well as outside design consultants, on NYCSCA.
• Performs the duties of Engineer - A when necessary.

Engineer C

• May function as a project leader to plan, assign and direct the work of Engineers, Architects, Quality Assurance Specialists, Technical Inspectors, Associate Engineers, Associate Architects, and Architectural/Engineering Technicians working on multiple, highly complex, difficult design and construction projects. Acts as leader of multiple projects and/or leader of the HVAC sub-discipline as part of the project. Ensures compliance to codes, standards, and that the project is completed on schedule. Resolves any problems that occur. May manage and supervise the efforts of 10 or more engineers (Engineer B's and Engineer A's), associates, and technicians. May act as Managing Engineer in the absence of the Managing Engineer.
• Performs and/or supervises the preparation of scope, pre-schematic, schematic, preliminary and construction documents including reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications, provides overall coordination for in-house design projects in reference to HVAC Systems.
• Trains New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) employees and contingent staff, as well as outside design consultants, on NYCSCA standards and procedures.
• Performs the duties of Engineer – B or Engineer - A when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

HVAC EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR ALL LEVELS

Baccalaureate Degree required for all levels—degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred

Level A requires: A valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer. Current NYS registration must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Level B requires: A valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer and current NYS registration must be maintained for duration of employment; and at least three years of full-time, paid post-licensure experience as a Professional Engineer; two years must be as a project engineer; project, team, or squad leader; or comparable level of responsibility.

Level C requires: A valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer and current NYS registration must be maintained for duration of employment; and at least six years of full-time, paid post-licensure experience as a Professional Engineer; three years must be as a project engineer; project, team, or squad leader; or comparable level of responsibility.

Salary dependent upon experience:

Engineer A: $83,314 - $129,892

Engineer B: $97,304 - $151,643

Engineer C: $102,653 - $166,781

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage; retirement savings plans including pension, 401K, 457 and IRA options and generous paid time off are just a sample of our benefits.

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New York City School Construction Authority is an equal opportunity employer.

About NYC School Construction Authority

The New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) designs, builds and renovates public school buildings throughout all of the five (5) boroughs. We have excellent opportunities for talented and experienced Structural Engineers to join the NYCSCA Team.

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