Assistant Engineer - Mechanical

Position Title:                          Assistant Engineer - Mechanical

Location:                                   Albany, NY

Grade/Classification:            4 (D1) - Professional I

Salary Range:                          $70,592 - $90,008 - Albany, NY Office

Bargaining Unit:                     CSEA

FLSA Status:                             Exempt

Last Revised: January 18, 2024

Primary Purpose

Under the supervision of the Senior Technical Advisor, the Assistant Engineer aids in the design process, with the administration of professional services contracts for consultants providing design services to DASNY, and with formal reviews of consultant prepared design documents throughout all phases of building design. The Assistant Engineer also assists in performing periodic quality assurance construction site visits and provides technical support on an as needed basis throughout all phases of the project.

Essential Functions

• Assist in the management and project development during the pre-design and design phases of the project, including meeting with clients and consultants and providing assistance with the management of all aspects of consultant contracts including review and approval of consultant requests for payment, amendments, extensions of schedule and contract closeout.
• Perform periodic site visits to projects under construction and monitor the quality of design and construction work performed by architects, engineers, consultants, contractors and sub-contractors.
• Assist in monitoring construction activities including the review of construction change orders and performance of interim and final project inspections.
• Review moderately technical designs, plans, specifications, addenda, change orders, architectural/engineering reports and studies and commissioning reports.
• Review commissioning scopes of work.
• Provide technical assistance and recommendations to unit staff, other Construction Division staff and client representatives.
• Coordinate with Construction staff to resolve project and program issues.
• Perform investigations of specific problems including architectural/engineering analysis and recommendations.
• Consult with regulatory agencies regarding interpretations and applications.
• Meet with consultants to review and assist them in their submissions.
• Assist in the development, compilation and distribution of technical data.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and/or testing of computerized systems/applications.
• Assist in the preparation of internal design work and modifications, signing and sealing documents as required.
• Assist with the development, documentation and implementation of procedures.
• Assist with the assessment/development and implementation of internal controls, and participate in the review and testing of same.
• Undertake special assignments as directed.
• Must adhere to the NYS Information Security Policy Standards established and issued by the Office of Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructure Coordination. (Standards can be found on the Intranet).

Supervision

N/A

Physical/Mental/Visual Demands

Frequent travel is required travel (three to six days per month on average), using public transportation, DASNY vehicle, rental vehicle or personal vehicle.  This travel may include overnight stays at public accommodations and related establishments.  Requires exposure to weather and temperature extremes, loud noises, heights (climbing ladders, scaffolding, etc.) and other work safety hazards (chemicals, fumes, etc.) of a construction site.  Must be able to work overtime or extended work hours as needed.

Work Environment

Official station is a standard office environment, including the use of one or more of the following:  PC, printer, copier, electronic stapler/hole punch/date stamp, telephone, fax machine, shredder, scanner.  Requires the use of field equipment to conduct site visit observations and associated testing.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with a concentration in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with a concentration in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering plus two years relevant experience with building and/or facilities construction.  Successful completion of a DASNY internship preferred.  Must possess a valid driver’s license.  Knowledge of CAD, project management systems and Building Information Modeling (BIM) a plus.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Demonstrated analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Proficiency in PC applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint.

Benefits information: 

DASNY provides financing and construction services to public and private universities, not-for-profit healthcare facilities, and other institutions which serve the public good.

We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes: 

• Choice of several health insurance plans
• Dental & vision insurance
• Membership in the NYS Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
• 13 vacation days per year
• 13 sick days per year
•  5 days of personal leave per year
• 12 paid holidays per year (plus one float day)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training & development opportunities

We offer additional benefits, which includes: 

• Limited Work from Home (LWFH) – additional telecommute days according to DASNY’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines. Eligibility applies after 6 months of employment.
• DASNY is a government employer for purposes of the Public Services Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF Program). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance of certain student loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments. For more information regarding PSLF Program and whether you qualify please visit the Studentaid.gov website.

Salary : $70,592 - $90,008