City of New York
MECHANICAL ENGINEER - 20415
The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high‑quality drinking water, managing wastewater and storm water, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP’s water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and three controlled lakes throughout the system’s 2,000‑square‑mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City. Our Water System Capital Program (WSCP) oversees planning, design, construction management, and construction to support the upgrading and state of good repair of the Bureau of Water Supply’s critical infrastructure. BEDC delivers a substantial multibillion‑dollar capital program as required to provide for new infrastructure as well as the reconstruction of existing assets to ensure the integrity, continuity, and high quality of the water supply. This work spans DEP’s vast network of wastewater treatment plants, dams, bridges, shafts, reservoirs, tunnels, pumping stations, ultraviolet disinfection system, filtration systems, and associated facilities throughout New York City and its watershed. Responsibilities
As a Mechanical Engineer 2 and Accountable Manager (AM) for WSCP, you will oversee and support the design and construction of WSCP projects for various dams and in‑house construction projects, such as the reconstruction of Baptist Church Road Bridge, Dam Refacing at Cross River and Croton Falls, and design support for various dams within the Portfolio. You will manage construction‑related activities, provide support for design contracts, ensure alignment and coordination, and deliver successful project delivery. You will also provide day‑to‑day guidance and oversight of subordinates’ work assignments, motivate employees, approve time and leave, evaluate staff members, and determine staffing requirements. Environmental health & safety will be incorporated throughout the project lifecycle, and you will focus on client service to the operating bureaus. You will coordinate with all Bureau support divisions, such as the Project Controls Group (Schedule & Cost), Permit Resource Division, Sustainability, Contracts Support, etc. You will be a “hands‑on” project manager capable of quickly recognizing what is required for a project and providing the sustained effort necessary to see that project through from conception to completion. You will focus on resolutions of issues and risk mitigation to keep the project moving, manage the quality of the project delivery throughout the project lifecycle, and monitor key performance indicators with respect to scope, schedule, budget, and other performance metrics. Preferred Skills
Project Management of large capital contracts Critical thinking and effective independent data analysis Excellent oral and written communication skills Understanding of codes and standards Operation of a motor vehicle to perform site visits, equipment testing, inspections, and to attend meetings with project stakeholders. Possession of a valid NYS driver’s license may be required for this job assignment Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel) and Microsoft Project Work Location
465 Columbus Avenue, Valhalla, NY 10595 Additional Information
DEP is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to the diversity of our organization and workforce. Your voluntary response to the NYCAPS on‑line application section for referral information will assist us tremendously in our ability to track the success of our outreach and recruitment efforts. Please be sure to indicate your source of referral to this job. This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program and also meet the education and experience requirements as listed in the job posting notice. Please indicate on your resume or cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55‑a Program. We appreciate your interest and thank all applicants who apply, but only candidates under consideration will be contacted. All appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval. To Apply
To apply click “Apply Now” Minimum Qualifications
(1) Four (4) years of full‑time, satisfactory experience in mechanical engineering work; and (2) 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, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) may be substituted for one year of the mechanical engineering experience required in “1” above. Special Note: In addition to 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. 55a Program
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. Public Service Loan Forgiveness
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 https://studentaid.gov/pslf/. Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position. Additional Information
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.
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The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high‑quality drinking water, managing wastewater and storm water, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP’s water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and three controlled lakes throughout the system’s 2,000‑square‑mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City. Our Water System Capital Program (WSCP) oversees planning, design, construction management, and construction to support the upgrading and state of good repair of the Bureau of Water Supply’s critical infrastructure. BEDC delivers a substantial multibillion‑dollar capital program as required to provide for new infrastructure as well as the reconstruction of existing assets to ensure the integrity, continuity, and high quality of the water supply. This work spans DEP’s vast network of wastewater treatment plants, dams, bridges, shafts, reservoirs, tunnels, pumping stations, ultraviolet disinfection system, filtration systems, and associated facilities throughout New York City and its watershed. Responsibilities
As a Mechanical Engineer 2 and Accountable Manager (AM) for WSCP, you will oversee and support the design and construction of WSCP projects for various dams and in‑house construction projects, such as the reconstruction of Baptist Church Road Bridge, Dam Refacing at Cross River and Croton Falls, and design support for various dams within the Portfolio. You will manage construction‑related activities, provide support for design contracts, ensure alignment and coordination, and deliver successful project delivery. You will also provide day‑to‑day guidance and oversight of subordinates’ work assignments, motivate employees, approve time and leave, evaluate staff members, and determine staffing requirements. Environmental health & safety will be incorporated throughout the project lifecycle, and you will focus on client service to the operating bureaus. You will coordinate with all Bureau support divisions, such as the Project Controls Group (Schedule & Cost), Permit Resource Division, Sustainability, Contracts Support, etc. You will be a “hands‑on” project manager capable of quickly recognizing what is required for a project and providing the sustained effort necessary to see that project through from conception to completion. You will focus on resolutions of issues and risk mitigation to keep the project moving, manage the quality of the project delivery throughout the project lifecycle, and monitor key performance indicators with respect to scope, schedule, budget, and other performance metrics. Preferred Skills
Project Management of large capital contracts Critical thinking and effective independent data analysis Excellent oral and written communication skills Understanding of codes and standards Operation of a motor vehicle to perform site visits, equipment testing, inspections, and to attend meetings with project stakeholders. Possession of a valid NYS driver’s license may be required for this job assignment Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel) and Microsoft Project Work Location
465 Columbus Avenue, Valhalla, NY 10595 Additional Information
DEP is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to the diversity of our organization and workforce. Your voluntary response to the NYCAPS on‑line application section for referral information will assist us tremendously in our ability to track the success of our outreach and recruitment efforts. Please be sure to indicate your source of referral to this job. This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program and also meet the education and experience requirements as listed in the job posting notice. Please indicate on your resume or cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55‑a Program. We appreciate your interest and thank all applicants who apply, but only candidates under consideration will be contacted. All appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval. To Apply
To apply click “Apply Now” Minimum Qualifications
(1) Four (4) years of full‑time, satisfactory experience in mechanical engineering work; and (2) 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, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) may be substituted for one year of the mechanical engineering experience required in “1” above. Special Note: In addition to 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. 55a Program
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. Public Service Loan Forgiveness
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 https://studentaid.gov/pslf/. Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position. Additional Information
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.
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