• Senior Technical Specialist 1

    MTA (New York, NY)


    Senior Technical Specialist 1

     

    Job ID: 13491

     

    Business Unit: MTA Construction & Development

     

    Regular/Temporary: Regular

     

    Department: Delivery Services Office

     

    Date Posted: Oct 22, 2025

    Description

    This position is eligible for telework which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

    JOB TITLE:

    Senior Technical Specialist 1

    AGENCY:

    Construction & Development

    DEPT/DIV:

    Delivery/ DSO

    REPORTS TO:

    Senior Technical Specialist 3

    WORK LOCATION:

    2 Broadway

    HOURS OF WORK:

    8 : 3 0 AM to 5: 0 0 PM or as required (7.5HR/ DAY)

    HAY POINTS:

    677

    SALARY RANGE:

    $100,994 to $137,498

    DEADLINE:

    Open Until Filled

    Summary

    The Senior Technical Specialis t 1 Computer-Aided Design & Drafting (CADD) serves as an assistant CADD Manager for MTA Construction & Development (C&D), managing Architectural, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) CADD applications. This position will help the C&D users (internal and external) utilize AEC tools for the planning, design, collaboration, and delivery processes of complex and multidisciplinary projects in a multiplatform environment. The incumbent will manage CADD production, including standards, procedures, training, and CADD production hardware provisions. The incumbent will handle all the necessary tools & technologies and their processes to help ensure uniformity of construction-document sets under C&D standards and policies, from schematic through as-built submittals.

    Responsibilities

    The role will entail some of these typical duties:

    Assist with maintaining the CADD standard and specifications and oversee the implementation of standards to assure full compliance with C&D’s policies and procedures.

     

    Assist with developing and providing auditing guidelines and automated tools, as well as quality control (QC) checklists for receiving final document delivery on each project.

     

    Provide CADD Support and monitor CADD-related support tickets to assist with the resolution of client service problems/issues/requests.

     

    Manages a small team of technical staff.

     

    Embraces mentoring from senior staff.

     

    Adheres to corporate quality control standards within the area of technical expertise.

     

    Coordinates with in-house engineering disciplines and other areas of technical expertise as needed.

     

    Education and Experience

     

    Bachelor of Science degree in appropriate technical discipline or an equivalent subject. Various disciplines may include, but are not limited to, Computer Science, Information Systems/Technology, Computer, Communications, Electrical, Electronics, Signals, or Systems Engineering/Technology.

     

    Must have a minimum of eight (8) years of related experience.

     

    Must have a minimum of two (2) years in a managerial or supervisory role and/or project manager role in a large, multi-faceted organization and/or with highly complex systems.

    Competencies:

    Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD/MicroStation/ProjectWise.

     

    Strong interpersonal skills.

     

    Experience with navigating through a large multi-discipline organization.

     

    Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

     

    Knowledge of industry trends related to CADD systems and workflows.

     

    Knowledge of the capital design and construction process.

     

    Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the proficient use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

     

    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”).

     

    Selection Criteria

     

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

     

    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.