Services Engineer Quality Assurance

About the Role

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Division (QAD), Manager of Structural Integrity and under the direct supervision of the Assistant Manager of Structural Integrity, the selected candidate will serve as a Task Leader in the QAD Structural Integrity Unit, providing technical support to the unit’s Project Managers on multiple inspection projects of various structures such as buildings, tunnels, bridges, and waterfronts at all of the Port Authority facilities.

This position is located at 2 Montgomery Street in Jersey City, NJ.

• Respond to and evaluate immediate structural deficiencies at all Port Authority facilities.
• Perform technical reviews of Condition Survey Reports and Biennial Inspection Reports.
• Perform field audits on consultants performing structural inspection.
• Prepare cost estimates for inspection projects.
• Review and evaluate inspection project proposals.
• Help maintain and update the Structural Integrity Database (SID).
• Attend nighttime and/or weekend inspections as needed.

• A bachelor’s degree in Structural or Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Five or more years of specific condition inspection and design experience of various types of structures.
• Familiarity with New York State, New Jersey state and FHWA requirements for biennial inspection of bridges and tunnels and familiarity with various other codes including AASHTO specifications.
• Ability to respond to emergency structural situations.
• Possess valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency and effectiveness in written and oral communication.

• Professional Engineering license in New York and/or New Jersey.
• Completion of Bridge Inspection Training Courses: NHI 130055 (Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges), NHI 130053 Bridge Inspection Refresher.
• Completion of Tunnel Inspection Training Course: NHI Course No. 130110 (Tunnel Safety Inspection).
• Experience in bridge and/or building repair design.
• Ability to assess inspection findings, effectively reach a sound conclusion and recommend repairs.
• Be physically fit to climb various types of structures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels.
• Self‑motivated and experienced in working in a team environment.
• Proficient in the use of various computer programs such as Microsoft Office, AUTOCAD, etc.

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.

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.  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: $97,318. Midpoint: $126,522. Maximum: $155,714.

In accordance with Port Authority policy, this position permits employees to work remotely a maximum of one day per week. In‑person collaboration is essential to how the Port Authority conducts business, and regular in‑office days or team collaboration days may be required for business needs.