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Mechanical Engineer Series

Job ID: 12693

Business Unit: New York City Transit

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: NYC Transit Authority

Date Posted: Aug 12, 2025

Description

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Series

First Date of Posting: August 12, 2025

Last Date of Filing: Until filled

Authority: TA

Department: Subways

Division/Unit: MOW Engineering

Reports to: Senior Director, Electro-Mechanical

Work Location: 130 Livingston Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Hours of Work: 8:00 AM-4:00 PM

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 https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page

To be considered for this position, candidate must be permanent in title or be on a DCAS list and is reachable.

COMPENSATION:

+ Mechanical Engineer I - $90,551.00 - $114,033.00

+ Mechanical Engineer II - $107,655.00 - $130,058.00

+ Mechanical Engineer III - $120,427.00 - $141,970.00

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The selected incumbent will be responsible for providing technical engineering design and support for Mechanical Systems at all Infrastructure Operations, including, Buildings, Facilities, Stations, Yards, and Barns. Mechanical systems Includes: HVAC, Fire Suppression, Sprinklers, Plumbing, Domestic water, Drainage, and boilers. This Position will be developing specifications, scopes, project profiles, designs, estimates, construction drawings, evaluating new technology, ensuring that designs/installations adhere to specifications, codes, industry practices and safety standards, as well as NYCT policies for maintenance and construction work. The selected incumbent will provide onsite technical support to NYCT operating division and review work for subordinates, responding to emergency trouble calls 24/7 during off-tour days and will represent the Sr. Director or engineer in charge of the Electro-Mechanical division.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Mechanical Engineer I

+ A valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer and one year in the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional or specific expertise within the discipline of mechanical engineering.

Mechanical Engineer II

+ A valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer and four years of full-time experience in mechanical Engineering with at least two years in the last five years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional or specific expertise within the discipline of mechanical engineering.

Mechanical Engineer III

+ A valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer and four years of full-time experience in mechanical Engineering with at least three years in the last four years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional or specific expertise within the discipline of mechanical engineering.

DESIRED SKILLS :

+ Experience in the following areas:

+ Mechanical systems design experience in sprinkler system, plumbing system, HVAC design and familiarity with all applicable regulations and codes as well as safety policies. Familiarity with the continuing/evolving ADA rules and experience in using NYS Codes, NFPA, ASHRAE, ASME Codes which are nationally recognized standards. Be familiar with Electrical designs such as facility distribution systems, Generator systems and Utility services.

SELECTION METHOD

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

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.