What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Mechanical Engineer - CENG Facilities Engineering position at Consolidated Edison Company of New York?
Overview
The Senior Mechanical Engineer, operating under general supervision, is tasked with directing or executing engineering assignments of varying size and complexity within their area of expertise. These responsibilities may involve coordinating efforts among architects, engineers, users, and consultants. For these assignments, the Senior Mechanical Engineer establishes design criteria, ensures the accuracy of drawings, may authorize or implement field design modifications, and may represent the section or department in resolving issues and planning and coordinating work. The primary objective of this role is to provide in-house mechanical engineering expertise to consistently and efficiently address routine, emergency, and critical projects.Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities- Engineer and design projects to support the Capital and Operations & Maintenance budgets of Facilities, including buildings and yards of Service Centers and Commercial Buildings, and projects for Steam Distribution, Substation Operations, Electrical Operations, IT, and Transportation Operations.
- Provide engineering support for various types of commercial building/yard mechanical systems (e.g. heating ventilation & air conditioning, controls, pumping and heat exchange). Must be knowledgeable in NYS and NYC Building Codes and capable of performing equipment sizing calculations and selecting mechanical equipment.
- Review and approve contractor designs, calculations, shop drawings and submittals.
- Serve as a consultant within the company or the industry in area of specialization.
- Perform cost benefit analysis and conducts conceptual studies to determine best designs; and prepare budgets and appropriation requests.
- Prepare or direct the preparation of budgets and appropriation requests for specific projects.
- Serve as the Section Manager when delegated and act as an expert witness when needed.
- Direct, coordinate, and review work of other architects, designers and engineers, and architectural/engineering firms.
Qualifications
Required Education/Experience- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 8 years of experience in areas of design, and application of engineering principles in assigned areas of expertise or
- Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 6 years of experience in areas of design, and application of engineering principles in assigned areas of expertise.
- Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 6 years of experience in areas of design, and application of engineering principles in assigned areas of expertise.
- Must be a motivated individual with strong leadership abilities and demonstrated initiatives - Required
- Must be knowledgeable in NYS and NYC Building Codes and capable of performing equipment sizing calculations and selecting mechanical equipment - Required
- Possess strong analytical skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities with a proven record of accomplishments in providing architectural support for various types of projects - Required
- Strong interpersonal skills as well as good oral and written communication skills to interact with various departments and customers (internal and external) at all levels - Required
- Must be able to perform required calculations and select equipment in support of capital and O&M project designs - Required
- Professional Engineering license is highly desirable - Preferred
- Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills
- Effective leadership skills
- Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
- Strong mechanical skills
- Excellent interpretation of complex statistical data
- Driver's License Required
- Professional Engineer (PE) Preferred
- Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 25 pounds
- Sit or stand to use a keyboard, mouse, and computer for the duration of the workday
- Stand to use/operate office equipment for the duration of the workday
- Ability to read small print and symbols
- Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.
- Must be able and willing to travel within Company service territory, as needed.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Consolidated Edison is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms in policy and practice its commitment to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship, eligible veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Con Edison is a federal contractor subject to VEVRAA and desires to receive priority referrals of protected veterans. To learn about your equal employment opportunity protections as part of the application process please visit http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
