Civil Service Title- Mechanical Engineering Intern

The selected candidate will perform basic engineering project management tasks under supervision of senior engineers. Perform field visit and inspections. Complete reports and assist in other office work as directed by the engineers, work at Movable Bridge Electro-Mechanical unit maintains, operates, and conducts PM on 23 movable bridges citywide and 4 Fixed East River Bridges. These bridges require continuous monitoring, inspection, and analysis of all electromechanical systems around the clock to preserve on-demand and safe operation for pedestrian, vehicular and marine traffic. The purpose of this maintenance program is to perform critical preventive maintenance on different east river and movable bridges across NYC which are performed by contractors and inhouse crew on various bridges

Preferred Skills
Ability to perform inspections in all weather conditions which will include nights and weekends. A strong background in AutoCAD and MS office suite are required. Ability to drive city owned vehicle.

Preference will be given to candidate who possess a driver’s license valid in the state of New York. This license may be required for certain assignments. If required, this license must be maintained for duration of appointment in this position.

Work Location
300 West 206th Street, Manhattan, 10034

Hours
35

Resumes may be submitted electronically using the following method: For City employees only, go to Employee Self Service (ESS), Careers, and Search for Job ID# 715705. For other applicants, go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID# 715705 Appointments are subject to OMB approval. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING INTERN - 20403

1. A baccalaureate degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or mechatronics from an accredited college or university; or

2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in mechanical engineering technology and two years of full-time satisfactory experience in mechanical engineering work.

Ability to perform inspections in all weather conditions which will include nights and weekends. A strong background in AutoCAD and MS office suite are required. Ability to drive city owned vehicle. Preference will be given to candidate who possess a driver’s license valid in the state of New York. This license may be required for certain assignments. If required, this license must be maintained for duration of appointment in this position.

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.

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/.

New York City Residency is not required for this position

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.