BOB-Mechanical Engineer II

Civil Service Title
- Mechanical Engineer II

Serves as Mechanical Engineer in the Movable Bridges Group, reporting to the unit Director. Assists project Engineers‑In‑Charge (EIC's) and the unit Director in overseeing the performance of Design/CSS and CM/REI consultant contracts; reviews consultant and contractor submittals for conformance with contract requirements, engineering principles, and ability to achieve design goals; assists EIC's in the resolution of construction problems that may arise during the design and construction phases of the project;

establishes design goals for consultants; coordinates the project's design, scope and construction activities according to Agency goals and specifications; performs engineering calculations in support of design and construction work; performs administrative duties as requested by management such as: preparation of Certificate to Proceed (CP) estimates, Resident Engineer Inspection (REI) scopes and Pre‑Solicitation Review (PSR) documents; audits and processes contract and consultant payments;

prepares documentation for contract change order requests; assists in the coordination of inter‑agency construction meetings as well as private owners and utilities; and performs other duties as requested by the EIC, Mechanical Engineer, or unit Director. Supervises one to two Intern Mechanical Engineers and/or Assistant Mechanical Engineers. Coordinates with civil, structural and electrical engineering disciplines. Coordinates with agency maintenance staff.

• Knowledge and experience in machine design and/or mechanical power transmission.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD.

55 WATER ST, MANHATTAN, 10041

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• Four (4) years of full‑time, satisfactory experience in mechanical engineering work.
• A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License. Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

A master's degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of the mechanical engineering experience required in item (1) above.

In addition to the above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55‑a Program.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at .

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal‑opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.