NYC School Construction Authority (SCA) · 1 week ago
Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical Design Engineers (Levels B & C)
Queens, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$103K/yr - $167K/yr
3+ years expThe NYC School Construction Authority (SCA) is responsible for the development of design and construction documents for new school buildings and renovations in New York City. They are seeking Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Design Engineers to perform a variety of assignments and technical roles, ensuring the successful delivery of projects that positively impact the learning environments of students.
Construction
No H1B
Responsibilities
Responsible for performing work in a variety of assignments and technical roles, as needed
Provide overall coordination for design projects
Perform and/or supervises the preparation of scope, pre-schematic, schematic, preliminary and construction documents including reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications
Work with a wide range of technical, professional, managerial and support personnel as well as outside consultants, contractors, vendors, and various government agencies
May function as a project leader reporting to an Engineer/Architect B or Engineer/Architect C, Managing Architect, Managing Engineer, or Director to plan and coordinate work with other Engineers and Architects
May direct Associate (non-licensed) Engineers/Architects and Architectural/Engineering Technicians, and/or Technical Inspectors working on several less complex design and construction projects, such as new schools, modernizations, additions, leased space, and Capital Improvement Projects (CIP)
Engineer B may supervise lower-level Architects and Engineers, Technical Inspectors, Quality Assurance Specialists, Associate Architects and Associate Engineers, and Architectural/Engineering Technicians
Work on several more complex design projects such as large primary schools, small intermediate schools, special types of buildings (e.g., special education schools), full modernizations, large additions, and specialized and/or numerous CIP projects
May chair or participate in department seminars and workshops
Provides mentoring for professional development of lower level employees
Trains new SCA employees and contingent staff
Performs the duties of Architect - A when necessary
Performs related duties, as assigned
Engineer - C is responsible for performing work in a variety of assignments and technical roles, as needed, and manages team members and/or contractors on projects to achieve the objectives of the Authority
Works as a project leader on multiple, complex construction projects and major design and exploration programs to plan, assign, direct, manage, and supervise the work of stakeholders such as Engineers, Architects, Quality Assurance Specialists, Technical Inspectors, Associate Engineers, Associate Architects, and Architectural/Engineering Technicians, resolving any problems that occur
Manages multiple projects simultaneously
Ensures compliance to codes, standards, and that the project is completed on schedule
Performs design review of work prepared by other engineers/architects
Assists in preparing new design standards and procedures
May be required to sign, seal and file engineering drawings
May perform duties of Engineer - B and/or Engineer - A
Performs related duties, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Baccalaureate degree
Professional Engineer certification from NYS Department of Education
Three years of full-time paid post-licensure experience as a Professional Engineer; two years must be as a project engineer, project team, or squad leader, or a comparable level of responsibility
Selective Certification for Special Experience in Electrical: three years of full-time paid post-licensure experience in electrical work as a Professional Engineer; two years must be as a project engineer, project team, or squad leader, or a comparable level of responsibility; a minimum of seven years total experience specializing in electrical work
Selective Certification for Special Experience in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning: three years of full-time paid post-licensure experience in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning work as a Professional Engineer; two years must be as a project engineer, project team, or squad leader, or a comparable level of responsibility; a minimum of seven years total experience specializing in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning work
Selective Certification for Special Experience in Plumbing and Drainage: three years of full-time paid post-licensure experience in plumbing and drainage work as a Professional Engineer; two years must be as a project engineer, project team, or squad leader, or a comparable level of responsibility; a minimum of seven years total experience specializing in plumbing and drainage work
Selective Certification for Special Experience in Structural: three years of full-time paid post-licensure experience in structural work as a Professional Engineer; two years must be as a project engineer, project team, or squad leader, or a comparable level of responsibility; a minimum of seven years total experience specializing in structural work
Selective Certification for Special Experience in Inspection: three years of full-time paid post-licensure experience as a Professional Engineer; two years must be as a project engineer, project leader with inspection or observation duties regarding code compliance of critical areas of construction; or a comparable level of responsibility
Benefits
Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
Prescription Drug Options
Dental & Vision Coverage
NYC Qualified Pension Plan (QPP)
Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
Transit Check Program
Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits
Tuition reimbursement for continued education that is directly related to your current role
Access to a broad range of individual and organizational training opportunities
Trainings on leadership development, technical skill-building, compliance, personal and professional growth
Company
NYC School Construction Authority (SCA)
The NYC School Construction Authority’s (SCA, NYCSCA) mission is to design and construct safe, attractive and environmentally sound public schools for children throughout the many communities of New York City.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Nina Kubota
President & CEO
Robert Sanft
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2025-07-04
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