• Assistant Mechanical Engineer (Buses)

    MTA (Maspeth, NY)


    Assistant Mechanical Engineer (Buses)

     

    Job ID: 6133

     

    Business Unit: MABSTOA

     

    Regular/Temporary: Regular

     

    Department: NYC Transit Authority

     

    Date Posted: May 20, 2025

    Description

    Job Information

     

    Assistant Mechanical Engineer (Buses)

     

    Job Information: Assistant Mechanical Engineer (Buses)

     

    First date of posting: 04/17/2024

     

    Last date of posting: Open Until Filled

     

    Authority: TA / OA / MTA BUS

     

    Division/Unit: Maintenance, Support & Engineering

     

    Reports To: Various

     

    Hours of Work: As Required

     

    Compensation

    Salary Range:

    Non-represented (OA): $71,469 - 93,251

     

    Represented (TA): $73,878 - $96,395 (New Hire Rate: $62,242)

     

    MTA Bus Company (Non-Represented): $69,387 - $90,535

     

    Note: TA Employees must be permanent in the Assistant Mechanical title in order to be eligible to be considered.

    Responsibilities

    The Assistant Mechanical Engineer will provide support to and assist Mechanical Engineers with all functions related to bus structure and air systems, including undercarriage, bulkhead, axle, engine, transmission, interlock, compressor, cooling, HVAC, wheelchair, etc. Engage in research, investigation, studies, or examinations related to bus functions, parts, and components to ensure compliance with specification and standards. Create and maintain technical drawings using CAD software. Write specifications, procedures and prepare estimate of quantities. Participate in other related mechanical engineering work as required.

    Education and Experience

    + A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in mechanical engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in mechanical engineering work; or

    + A Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a Master’s degree from an accredited college in mechanical engineering.

     

    Desired Skills

     

    + Must have knowledge of engineering principles applied to equipment.

    + Experience in a rapid transit environment.

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    + Knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office. Proficiency in CAD Software.

     

    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”).

     

    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.