Assistant Mechanical Engineer

The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) is the largest Fire Department in the United States and universally is recognized as the world's busiest and most highly skilled emergency response agency. The Department's main goal is to provide fire protection, emergency medical care, and other critical public safety services to residents and visitors in the five boroughs. FDNY members are sworn to serve and protect life and property and the Department works to continually educate the public in fire, life safety and disaster preparedness, along with enforcing public safety codes. Since its inception in 1865, FDNY has helped lead efforts to make New York the safest big city in the nation. This accomplishment requires a steadfast and daily commitment to maintaining the Department's core values.

The Bureau of Fire Prevention cultivates a safer city for its citizens, visitors and first responders by preventing loss of life and property damage from fire and other emergencies. We accomplish this 24/7 by identifying fire and life safety hazards; creating, revising, and enforcing the New York City Fire Code; reviewing plans for critical systems designed to protect and alert building occupants; licensing qualified companies to install and service fire protection equipment and systems; certifying individuals to monitor fire safety conditions; and educating individuals and businesses about fire safety. In addition, the Bureau of Fire Prevention is critical partner with the Bureau of Fire Operations (Firefighters) and Bureau of Fire Investigations (Fire Marshals), providing assistance and guidance during post-fire incidents and investigations; and coordinating with other City agencies on matters concerning fire and life safety. The Bureau consists of Fire Protection Inspectors, lawyers, engineers, explosives experts, and Fire Officers work together to save lives in New York City.

The Fire Department, City of New York (FDNY), seeks a full time Assistant Mechanical Engineer in the Bureau of Fire Prevention. Reporting directly to the Assistant Deputy Director, the successful candidate will: Perform difficult and complex review of engineering submissions related to commercial cooking plan submissions, including fire extinguishing system installations. Review highly technical non-water fire suppression system installation submittals, including clean agent, carbon dioxide, aerosol, dry chemical and foam systems. Review stand pipe and sprinkler installations proposals prepared for compliance with NYC Building Code requirements. Conduct complex and important research, investigations, studies or examinations related to Fire code and other applicable NYC Rules and Regulations activities of the Fire Department. Coordinate plan review process with appropriate Fire Department Inspection Units and the Department of Buildings. Participate in meetings with Industry representatives, City, State and Federal officials. Provide expert technical support to the bureau head and executive officials. Represent the Fire Department on Administrative Codes revision committees.

Minimum Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in mechanical engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in mechanical engineering work; or
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a Master's degree from an accredited college in mechanical engineering.
  
  

Preferred Skills

A baccalaureate or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. Knowledge in NYC Codes and Standards, including NYC Building and Fire Code, NFPA 11, 12,13 14, 750, 2010. At least 2 years of complex plan examination review. Excellent written and communication skills. Experience in Engineering disciplines including Fire Protection, Electrical, Chemical, Petroleum, Aeronautical, or Materials.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

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.

, $64,242.00 – $96,395.00