Engineer - A

NYC School Construction Authority; New York (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Pension plan

401(k) options

Transit benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

NYC School Construction Authority seeks an Engineer - A to coordinate in-house design projects for NYC public schools. You will prepare scopes, pre-schematic and construction documents, and work with engineers, architects, and consultants to ensure quality delivery.

The role requires licensure as a Professional Engineer in NYS and experience in electrical, HVAC, plumbing, or structural work, with responsibilities including design reviews and site observations. EEO commitment applies.

Qualifications

• CPD required or professional engineer licensure in NYS.
• Experience with electrical, HVAC, plumbing, or structural systems preferred.
• Understanding of design and construction processes for public schools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate in-house design projects across disciplines.
• Prepare scopes, schematic and construction documents and reports.
• Review contractor submittals and field reports.
• Support site observations and design reviews for CIP and Line Projects.

Skills

Electrical

HVAC

Plumbing & Drainage

Structural

Education

Professional Engineer - NYS

Baccalaureate Certifications (if required)

Job description

Build your career while building NYC Public schools and impacting the learning environments of the next generation! The SCA’s Architecture and Engineering Department is responsible for development of scope, design, and construction documents for new school buildings, additions, lease conversions and renovation work of existing schools for New York City’s approximately 1.1 million students.

Our projects are intentionally and thoughtfully designed; positive impact design is at the forefront of all our projects.

Our In-House studio is a multidisciplinary practice that is responsible for designing some of the largest and most complex schools in our 1,500+ school portfolio as well as renovation work to existing schools.

Our other two studios manage external consultants from design inception to completion.

Our three studios are comprised of talented architects and engineers who are driven to deliver high quality custom designed, sustainable, and resilient public schools.

Come and join our continuing journey towards design excellence in the K-12 education sector. Be impactful!

Job Description Summary

The Engineer - A is responsible for performing work in a variety of assignments and technical roles.

Responsibilities include:

Provide overall coordination for in-house design projects.

Perform and/or supervises the preparation of scope, pre-schematic, schematic, preliminary and construction documents including reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications.

Work with a wide range of technical, professional, managerial and support personnel as well as outside consultants, contractors, vendors, and various government agencies.

May function as a project leader reporting to an Engineer/Architect B or Engineer/Architect C, Managing Architect, Managing Engineer, or Director to plan and coordinate work with other Engineers and Architects.

May direct Associate Engineers/Architects and Architectural/Engineering Technicians, and/or Technical Inspectors working on several less complex design and construction projects, such as new schools, modernizations, additions, leased space, and CIP projects.

Perform design review of work prepared by other engineers/architects.

Monitor the progress of the construction phase of the project.

Conduct site observations.

Prepare field reports.

Supervise the review of contractor’s submittals.

Review reports.

Perform design review of work for engineering portions of multiple projects.

Perform review for either Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) or Line Projects.

Maintain and develops general understanding of architectural and engineering principles.

May be required to sign, seal and file engineering drawings.

Perform related tasks.

Education

Baccalaureate Certifications (if required) Professional Engineer - NYS Department of Education Work Experience

Selective Certification for Special Experience:

• Electrical: a minimum of four years of experience specializing in electrical work; his can be any combination of pre-licensure and post-licensure work; post-licensure work is not required.
• Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning: a minimum of four years of experience specializing in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning work; this can be any combination of pre-licensure and post licensure work; post-licensure work is not required.
• Plumbing and Drainage: a minimum of four years of experience specializing in plumbing and drainage work; this can be any combination of pre-licensure and post-licensure work; post-licensure work is not required.
• Structural: a minimum of four years of experience specializing in structural work; this can be any combination of pre-licensure and post-licensure work; post-licensure work is not required.

Benefits

We offer exceptional benefits including:

• Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
• Prescription Drug Options
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• NYC Qualified Pension Plan (QPP)
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
• Transit Check Program
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits

Employment Eligibility and EEO

It is the policy of the New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

In addition, the NYCSCA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.

We are interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States.

The SCA is not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees

Mission Statement

The School Construction Authority's (SCA) mission is to design and construct safe, attractive and environmentally sound public schools for children throughout the many communities of New York City. We are dedicated to building and modernizing schools in a responsible, cost-effective manner while achieving the highest standards of excellence in safety, quality and integrity.

Civil Service Classification: Competitive

Posting End Date: 10/15/2026

Salary: Appointment Rate: $83,314 - $112,950 Incumbent Rate: $95,811 - $129,892