Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Description

Position at New York City Transit

Title: Mechanical Engineer Series I, II, Ill 

First Date of Posting: 03/11/2025

Last Date of Filing: 03/21/2025

Authority: TA 

Department: Subways 

Division Unit: Facilities 

Reports To: Director, Facility Operations and Support

Location: 38th Street, Brooklyn 

Hours of work:7am-3pm 

This position on the NYC Transit payroll is competitive and is eligible for the 55-a Program. This position is open to qualified persons who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the following link

Compensation: Salary Range: 

Mechanical Engineering I: $87,701- $110,444 

Mechanical Engineering II: $104,266 - $125,964 

Mechanical Engineering Ill: $116,636 - $137,501 

Responsibilities:

Facilities Operations is seeking a candidate to responsible for developing specifications, scopes, project profiles, designs, estimates, providing technical field support and technical reports for the Division of Facilities. This includes but not limited to the following 

• Responsibilities will include preparation, review and comment on contract documents, coordinate and liaising with DOS, MTA C&D, internal and external stakeholders on all aspects of project management (RFI’s, AWO’s, inspections, testing, submittals, O&M manuals, training, warranty claims, invoices etc.)
• Review drawings, project documentation and monitor project status. 
• Identify project issues and risks and ensure timely resolution and mitigation. Recommend solutions to management for the resolution of critical issues.
• Work on projects to support Division and/or unit data analysis request.
• Responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing the implementation of the design and construction of In-House projects of moderate size and complexity.
• Assist in developing report and dashboards using Power BI or other reporting tools.

Education and Experience:

A valid New York State Professional Engineer’s License and four years of full‐time experience in mechanical engineering. A master’s degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college will be accepted as equivalent to one year of the full‐time experience in mechanical engineering.

Special Note:

In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

Desired Skills:

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Excellent decision-making, written and oral communication skills including the ability to communicate with personnel at all levels of the organization.
• Project management.
• Ability to work and deliver under demanding timelines.
• Strong understanding of engineering systems.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Visio and other data visualization tools (Microsoft Power BI/Tableau).

Selection Method:

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.

All appointments, with the exception of the Department of Subways employees on MABSTOA payroll, will be made on the NYCT payroll.

Other Information:

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

How to Apply:

MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the “Careers” link.

Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.