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MECHANICAL ENGINEERING INTERN

NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development
New York, NY Intern
POSTED ON 2/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/25/2025
  • IMPORTANT NOTE: Only those currently serving as a permanent Mechanical Engineer Intern will be considered.

The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) protects public health and the environment by supplying clean drinking water, collecting and treating wastewater, 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. We deliver 1.1 billion gallons of high quality drinking water per day to 8.5 million New York City residents and more than 1 million people in Upstate New York, and we collect and treat an average of 1.3 billion gallons of wastewater per day.

The Bureau of Wastewater Treatment is responsible for the operation and maintenance of all facilities related to the treatment of sewage, including wastewater treatment plants, collections facilities (pumping stations, combined sewer overflow retention facilities, regulators, tide gates), wastewater laboratories, harbor vessels and sludge dewatering facilities.

Under direct supervision of the Area Engineer, the selected candidate will assist in the preparation of contract specifications, assist in research, investigations, studies or examinations related to the Mechanical Engineering functions of the work unit. The selected candidate will also assist in the preparation of plans, drawings, specifications and estimates of quantities for JOC, Capital or expense contracts, and should also be able to make traces, ink and letter drawings of acceptable standard quality and perform advanced mathematical calculations. The selected candidate will be expected to participate in routine inspection operations by observing, checking and certifying the receipt or installation of materials or equipment and by attesting to the performance and results of tests and materials and equipment in a laboratory, manufacturer’s plant or at a job site. The selected candidate will inspect premises and the construction, demolition or alteration of structures in connection with the issuance of certificates-of-occupancy or other requisite or pertinent permits in compliance with provisions, laws, rules or regulations. The selected candidate will also attend meetings with other engineers, contractors and plant operators, assist with the preparation of change orders and prepare reports, letters, memos and similar correspondence and assist with the review and processing of payments as required. The candidate shall also be willing to work additional overtime hours during emergencies as directed by the

Area Engineer and/or the Section Chief.

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING INTERN - 20403

Minimum Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or mechatronics from an accredited college or university. A degree in any other engineering area or in engineering technology is not acceptable.

Preferred Skills

  • Familiarity with E-Gordian software 2. Knowledge of Auto Cad 3. Knowledge of Microsoft Project, Office, Excel 4. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to technical and non-technical staff. 5. Mechanical engineering principles and their application 6. Experience in the wastewater industry 7. Experience with design of piping systems, pumps, HVAC systems, compressors, gas handling equipment and any process equipment associated with wastewater plants 8. A Motor Vehicle Driver’s License valid in the State of New York which must be maintained for the duration of employment

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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