AECOM · 17 hours ago
Senior Vertical Transportation Engineer
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $180K/yr
6+ years expAECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm dedicated to delivering a better world. The Senior Vertical Transportation Engineer will design and develop vertical transportation systems, lead project teams, and ensure successful implementation of innovative solutions for elevators, escalators, and moving walkways across various projects.
Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingEnergyGovernmentInformation Technology
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Working closely with principal designers to assist in the development of Vertical Transportation design criteria
Be able to work independently to solve vertical transportation project issues
Leading a vertical transportation project team in the development of conceptual design criteria, schematic design, detailed design, and construction documents
Performing condition assessments and writing reports for Vertical Transportation equipment modernization
Producing drawings and associated reports and assisting with the preparation of vertical transportation project specifications
Inspecting installations and witness testing on site
Developing vertical transportation design concepts, calculating number, size and speed of elevators for all types of buildings including high rise, ideally utilizing the Elevate® software program
Designing and providing design feedback for elevators, escalators, and moving walkways. Retrofitting these into existing facilities with very congested existing systems and infrastructure
Delivering vertical transportation solutions on major and/or complex projects, including for new construction, retrofitting equipment in existing facilities, and modernizing existing vertical transportation equipment
There will be travel of up to 5-10% for field assessments. Travel could be anywhere in the US
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree plus six (6) years of experience with vertical transportation or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Due to the nature of this role, United State Citizenship is required
Preferred
10 years of experience working with escalators, elevators and moving walkways
Possess an active Professional Engineering (PE) license and/or Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) certification
A strong analytical knowledge and understanding of engineering principles
A desire to work constructively in a team, finding holistic building design solutions in a multidisciplinary environment
The ability to communicate clearly, through presentations and in writing, with clients and design teams, both internal and external
Proven experience of undertaking Vertical Transportation Design, using passenger traffic analysis software where appropriate
Excellent planning, organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to work under pressure and to meet strict deadlines
Able to understand the balance of engineering priorities on differing projects
Able to quickly develop successful client relationships
Knowledge and experience in utilizing design software including passenger traffic analysis software (ELEVATE), AutoCAD, BIM/Revit, Word, Excel and Outlook
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
AD&D
Disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absences
Voluntary benefits
Perks
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Company
AECOM
AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2BKey Investors
Australian Renewable Energy Agency
2025-07-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2012-12-31Grant· $0.01M
2007-05-11IPO
Leadership Team
W. Troy Rudd
CEO
Sandra Broughton
Corporate Vice President - Global Head of Travel
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