Strategic Deputy Director, Mechanical & Facility Eng

Mass Transit magazine; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MBTA in Boston seeks Deputy Director of Mechanical and Facility Engineering to lead planning, design, construction, and maintenance of mechanical and facility systems across stations, buildings, and infrastructure. You will direct multidisciplinary teams for HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, energy management, and related building systems.

The role requires PE licensure, 5+ years of progressive engineering and 2+ years in supervision; responsibilities include approving designs, managing budgets,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in MA.
• 5+ years of engineering experience.
• 2+ years in supervision/management.
• Experience with HVAC, fire protection, plumbing on large facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and technical leadership for all mechanical and facility engineering functions supporting MBTA assets.
• Oversee the development, review, and approval of engineering plans, designs, specifications, and standards for capital and maintenance projects.
• Direct and coordinate the work of professional engineering staff and consultants to ensure timely delivery of projects within approved budgets and schedules.
• Supervise, mentor, and guide engineers and technical personnel; assign and review work, conduct performance evaluations, and foster professional development and PE licensure.
• Review and approve design submissions, calculations, and specifications prepared by in-house and consultant engineers for technical accuracy and compliance with MBTA standards.
• Serve as the primary technical advisor to the Director of Engineering and Support on all mechanical and facility systems.
• Coordinate with other MBTA departments, state agencies, and external partners to integrate mechanical and facility initiatives into broader infrastructure programs.
• Oversee the development and implementation of preventive maintenance and reliability programs to ensure optimal performance and life-cycle management of mechanical systems.
• Evaluate and prioritize capital needs, prepare cost estimates, and support the development of annual and long-range engineering budgets.
• Manage procurement activities for design and construction services, ensuring compliance with contract and quality requirements.
• Lead investigations and technical studies to address operational challenges, system performance issues, and emerging technology opportunities.
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local codes, including environmental, energy, and safety regulations.
• Promote sustainable engineering practices, energy efficiency, and resilience in all facility projects.
• Represent the department in meetings, presentations, and coordination efforts with executive management, consultants, contractors, and the public.
• Serve as Acting Director in the absence of the Director of Engineering and Support.
• Perform related duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

HVAC systems

Fire protection

Plumbing

Energy management

Mechanical design

Leadership

Mentoring

PE licensure

CAD

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

PE licensure

Tools

CAD

Revit

Primavera P6

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

MBTA in Boston seeks Deputy Director of Mechanical and Facility Engineering to lead planning, design, construction, and maintenance of mechanical and facility systems across stations, buildings, and infrastructure. You will direct multidisciplinary teams for HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, energy management, and related building systems.

The role requires PE licensure, 5+ years of progressive engineering and 2+ years in supervision; responsibilities include approving designs, managing budgets,