Engineer, Building Services Engineer

At the MBTA, we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe, reliable, and accessible transportation. MBTA’s Core Values are built around safety, service, equity, sustainability, and culture. Each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision, mission, and values. This includes attendance, participation, and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.

The Engineer's role encompasses a range of responsibilities within the MBTA. This includes developing maintenance contracts, specifications, engineering plans, and maintenance standards for various MBTA facility assets such as stations, administrative buildings, vehicle maintenance facilities, and system-wide support buildings. Additionally, the Engineer will actively participate in the development of capital improvement projects for a variety of engineering and maintenance initiatives. As part of this role, the Engineer will conduct comprehensive studies, surveys, and cost estimates for these projects.

Furthermore, the Engineer will be responsible for assessing the existing assets, considering their condition, maintainability, replicability, and operational requirements. This assessment will guide the collaboration with management and trade staff to determine the appropriate actions, whether it be maintenance, repair, or asset replacement, to ensure optimal operational efficiency.

• Oversee the operation and maintenance of HVAC systems and/or fire protection systems, ensuring they meet safety standards and preventative maintenance contracts are managed effectively.
• Develop and/or prepare technical specifications for maintenance contracts.
• Responsible for overseeing the operation and maintenance aspects of all building systems including but not limited to HVAC, plumbing, building/energy, and management systems, ensuring all systems are maintained in first class condition.
• Conduct periodic inspection and audits to confirm compliance with operations and maintenance programs including corrective maintenance calls, preventative maintenance, safety programs, or hazardous materials.
• Identify and implement energy-saving measures within HVAC systems, such as energy-efficient equipment, smart thermostats, and building automation systems.
• Review and/or develop Asset Management Plans and Preventive Maintenance and Inspection for certain asset types.
• Experience with Enterprise Asset Management Systems (EAMS) or Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Review Preventative and corrective maintenance work orders, identifying areas for improvement and assets for replacement s .
• Participate in design reviews, project design groups and review drawings or specifications for Capital Programs performed by consultants, contractors, and MBTA engineering staff.
• Develop preliminary engineering designs, specifications, and standards for repair/reconstruction tasks by internal MBTA forces.
• Conduct site inspections of systems and materials to verify quality; and prepare required reports.
• Responsible for supporting facility mechanical systems such as HVAC systems, tunnel ventilation systems, fire suppression systems, plumbing, and sanitary systems.
• Provides engineering data for the preparation and review of engineering or environmental reports and studies.
• Write memoranda, letters, and reports to supervisors concerning the status of engineering projects or problems.
• Respond to each inquiry, whether from a customer, vendor or co-worker in a courteous and professional manner consistent with the Authority’s driven by customer service quality standard.
• Establish and maintain sound union/management relations while upholding the rights and interests of management and adhering to collective bargaining agreements.
• Available to work all shifts and locations as assigned or directed.
• Drive a company or personal vehicle to visit work sites and to assist at emergencies, service disruptions, and/or other events as needed.
• Respond, directly or through others, and/or report to work for emergencies, extreme weather conditions, or any other…