Job ID: 12694
Business Unit: New York City Transit
Location: Brooklyn, NY, United States
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Department: NYC Transit Authority
Date Posted: Aug 12, 2025
Description Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Series
First Date of Posting: August 12, 2025
Last Date of Filing: Until filled
Authority: TA
Department: Subways
Division/Unit: MOW Engineering
Reports to: Director, Power Operations Engineering
Work Location: 130 Livingston Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Hours of Work: 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
This position on the NYC Transit payroll is competitive and is eligible for the 55-a Program. This position is open to qualified persons who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the following link https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page To be considered for this position, candidate must be permanent in title or be on a DCAS list and is reachable. COMPENSATION: - Mechanical Engineer I - $90,551.00 - $114,033.00
- Mechanical Engineer II - $107,655.00 - $130,058.00
- Mechanical Engineer III - $120,427.00 - $141,970.00
RESPONSIBILITIES: The position will support the Power Engineering group that provides technical support for the Power operating group that maintains 230 substations. Support testing of substation equipment. Represent the Engineering group at departmental meetings, review approve/disapprove contractor submittals, test reports, test procedures, and FMIs.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Mechanical Engineer I - A valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer and one year in the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional or specific expertise within the discipline of mechanical engineering.
Mechanical Engineer II - A valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer and four years of full-time experience in mechanical Engineering with at least two years in the last five years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional or specific expertise within the discipline of mechanical engineering.
Mechanical Engineer III - A valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer and four years of full-time experience in mechanical Engineering with at least three years in the last four years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional or specific expertise within the discipline of mechanical engineering.
DESIRED SKILLS :
- Experience in the following areas:
- Mechanical systems design experience in sprinkler system, plumbing system, HVAC design and familiarity with all applicable regulations and codes as well as safety policies. Familiarity with the continuing/evolving ADA rules and experience in using NYS Codes, NFPA, ASHRAE, ASME Codes which are nationally recognized standards. Be familiar with Electrical designs such as facility distribution systems, Generator systems and Utility services.
SELECTION METHOD Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview
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")
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.
