Senior Mechanical Engineer, Plumbing/Fire Protection
full-time•New York•$107k - $171k
About this role
About the Role |
Join one of the most diverse and innovative engineering design teams with multiple specialties within the transportation sector. The Port Authority’s airports, ports, ferries, tunnels, bridges, bus terminals and rail transportation systems are important transportation links in the region. The Mechanical Engineering unit within the Engineering/Architecture Design Division serves a unique role within the Port Authority by providing engineering planning and design services throughout the Agency with close coordination with external and internal stakeholders. Reporting to the Principal Mechanical Engineer, the Senior Mechanical Engineer (Plumbing/Fire Protection) will be performing the plumbing and fire protection systems design for buildings and structures at various Port Authority facilities. Responsibilities also include the preparation of mechanical engineering (Plumbing/Fire Protection) studies, contract drawings, technical specifications, and construction cost estimates; evaluate project scopes, develop design criteria, budgets for design services, and design schedules; audit mechanical engineering (Plumbing/Fire Protection) designs performed by consultants; provide technical advice and assistance to facility and other Port Authority personnel; lead project teams in the preparation of mechanical engineering (Plumbing/Fire Protection) designs including preparation of request for proposals (RFP), design coordination, status reporting, schedule reporting, budget reporting, and brief senior staff. |
Responsibilities |
As a member of the Mechanical Engineering Design Division, the Senior Mechanical (Plumbing/Fire Protection) Engineer will be responsible for professional design services including:
Perform commissioning of plumbing/fire protection systems. |
Minimum Qualifications |
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Desired Qualifications |
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Selection Process |
The application process varies by position, but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s). Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check. |
Compensation & Benefits |
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package, hybrid work options for many positions, and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.
Click here for more information about benefits, our culture, and career development opportunities. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey anticipates that the actual salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on aspects such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and internal factors. The expected compensation range for this role is: Minimum: $107,250 Midpoint: $139,430 Maximum: $171,600 In accordance with Port Authority policy, this position permits employees to work remotely a maximum of one day per week, subject to operational and business needs. |
What you'll do
- The Senior Mechanical Engineer will design plumbing and fire protection systems for various Port Authority facilities and prepare related documentation. Responsibilities also include auditing designs by consultants and leading project teams.
About The Port Authority of NY & NJ
If you have ever flown out of JFK, biked across the George Washington Bridge, or captured that perfect picture of the World Trade Center, then you have witnessed just some of what the Port Authority of NY & NJ does.
For over 100 years, the Port Authority has been designing, engineering, and operating the transportation infrastructure that moves people and goods to, from, and throughout one of the most economically competitive and culturally vibrant regions in the world. Whether we’re fortifying the tunnels under the Hudson River to withstand future super storms, or raising a bridge so larger cargo vessels can reach the premier port on the East Coast, our nearly 7,000 employees are committed to the work they do – work that moves millions of people and supports billions of dollars in economic activity each year.
Our need for skilled, forward-thinking individuals, who are truly passionate about serving the public, continues to grow. And we’re not talking just about engineering, transportation, and urban planning professionals. We are always looking for professionals in Audit, Business Administration, Communications, Construction, Environmental Planning, Finance, IT, Media, Operations & Maintenance, Public Safety, and Security, to name just a few. We are also looking for those driven to diversify their skills. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to explore any number of career paths, so just because you start in one field doesn’t mean you have to stay in it.
If this is the experience you are looking for, “Follow” us here and visit our careers page at www.jointheportauthority.com to learn about current opportunities. You can also discover more about the Port Authority by visiting www.panynj.gov or www.youtube.com/user/portauthorityinfo.
We are confident that once you take a look, you will see how one organization can move a region, a nation, and the world.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Port Authority of NY & NJ pay for a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Plumbing/Fire Protection?
The Port Authority of NY & NJ offers a competitive compensation package for the Senior Mechanical Engineer, Plumbing/Fire Protection role. The salary range is USD 107k - 172k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.
What does a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Plumbing/Fire Protection do at The Port Authority of NY & NJ?
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Plumbing/Fire Protection at The Port Authority of NY & NJ, you will: the Senior Mechanical Engineer will design plumbing and fire protection systems for various Port Authority facilities and prepare related documentation. Responsibilities also include auditing designs by consultants and leading project teams..
Is the Senior Mechanical Engineer, Plumbing/Fire Protection position at The Port Authority of NY & NJ remote?
The Senior Mechanical Engineer, Plumbing/Fire Protection position at The Port Authority of NY & NJ is based in New York, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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