Senior Structural Engineer - 24/7 Emergency Response

The Port Authority of NY & NJ; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 107,250 - 171,600; Full time

Job summary

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey seeks a seasoned Structural Engineer to support the TB&T Structural Integrity Program. You will help manage emergencies, coordinate repairs, and oversee cyclical inspections of bridges, tunnels, and facilities.

Responsibilities include tracking priority repairs, supporting major works projects, and coordinating with project managers. A NY/NJ PE license and 8 years of experience are preferred, with a flexible remote option up to one day per week.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must have 8 years of experience in structural engineering design, construction and/or condition assessment of buildings, bridges and tunnels.
• Proven ability to work independently and respond to facility emergencies 24/7, and report to work as needed.

Responsibilities

• Respond to structural emergencies on a 24/7 basis and coordinate implementation of immediate repairs
• Assist the manager in managing the Quality Assurance Division’s cyclical inspection program, including inspection of bridges, tunnels, buildings, sign and lighting structures
• Review all "Priority" repair items from the latest QAD Inspections and maintain the Priority Repairs Tracking Log
• Obtain status of all priority items from Project Managers and track them to completion, updating Status Reports quarterly
• Initiate and manage engineering studies related to structural evaluation and survey, and assist in planning Major Works projects
• Administer Permit/ROE Agreements to allow outside entities access to PA-owned areas for work
• Participate in field inspections and meetings to provide technical assistance and monitor construction activities
• Assist in reviewing the facility structural routines as needed

Skills

Structural analysis

Emergency response

Budgeting

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Job description

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey seeks a seasoned Structural Engineer to support the TB&T Structural Integrity Program. You will help manage emergencies, coordinate repairs, and oversee cyclical inspections of bridges, tunnels, and facilities.

Responsibilities include tracking priority repairs, supporting major works projects, and coordinating with project managers. A NY/NJ PE license and 8 years of experience are preferred, with a flexible remote option up to one day per week.