Vertical Transportation Engineer at Parsons in New York, NY

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Job Description:

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What You'll Be Doing:

• Completes a variety of assignments such as developing, analyzing and/or reviewing vertical transportation drawings, specifications, reports, and other materials suitable for procurement and construction purposes
• Able to attend meetings with design personnel both virtual and in-person
• Be client-facing and able to coordinate and communicate design aspects of VT systems. Possess strong people management and leadership skills coupled with excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Has solid and demonstrable understanding of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways including associated codes, standards, and industry practices
• Coordinates design among various disciplines including structural, architectural, electrical, mechanical, communications, and similar VT-interfacing disciplines
• Prepares standard engineering calculations, white papers, material quality takeoffs, estimates, and other associated design documentation
• Conducts site surveys, inspections, and as-built reviews as part of facility rehabilitation and renewals
• Prepares and issues specifications, data sheets, and other construction documents
• Performs engineering support to construction by reviewing vendor submittals, respond to request for information (RFI), and executing design changes as required for client and/or construction changes
• Performs site surveys of existing facilities for as-build generation, rehabilitation designs, and for construction support of new facilities. Adherence to a Zero-Incident safety goal is expected
• Ensures compliance of design with all applicable codes and regulations, providing the seal and signature of the professional engineer when required by statute or contract
• Prepares material/equipment specifications and purchase requisitions; reviews supplier data; witnesses shop tests, assists with assessing supplier manufacturing capabilities
• Reviews supplier drawing submittals and assists in performing technical bid analyses
• Provides input and technical guidance to CAD Designer/Drafters, Designers, and lower-level Engineers working on the same project
• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• 4-year degree with 7-10+ years of related experience
• Experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in the elevator/escalator industry
• Professional Engineer (PE) License is required, with the ability to obtain reciprocity and/or comity in additional states
• Experience with industrial, transit, or commercial facilities is essential
• Ability to develop performance specifications for all aspects of vertical transportation and direct the development of interfacing drawings
• Experience reviewing and commenting on drawings electronically (i.e., PDF versions)
• The use of BIM or other 3-D CAD and experience with scheduling software or file management software are a plus
• Experience in the design and specification of a vertical transportation systems is essential
• Candidate shall be capable of working in a self-directed manner with minimal oversight
• Experience working with a design group of lower-level Engineers and CAD Designer/Drafters in the production of multiple projects or sub-tasks simultaneously
• Refer to Job Description for Education and Experience Requirements

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• The use of BIM or other 3-D CAD and experience with scheduling software or file management software are a plus
• Further experience in any of the following specialty areas is beneficial but not required: fire suppression systems, building management systems, supervisory control and data acquisition, and electrical power distribution

Security Clearance Requirement: None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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