Engineer - B (Structural Engineer)

Build your career while building NYC Public schools and impacting the learning environments of the next generation!

The SCA’s Architecture and Engineering Department is responsible for development of scope, design, and construction documents for new school buildings, additions, lease conversions and renovation work of existing schools for New York City’s approximately 1.1 million students. Our projects are intentionally and thoughtfully designed; positive impact design is at the forefront of all our projects.

Our In-House studio is a multidisciplinary practice that is responsible for designing some of the largest and most complex schools in our 1,500+ school portfolio as well as renovation work to existing schools. Our other two studios manage external consultants from design inception to completion. Our three studios are comprised of talented architects and engineers who are driven to deliver high quality custom designed, sustainable, and resilient public schools.

Come and join our continuing journey towards design excellence in the K-12 education sector. Be impactful!

Job Description Summary

The Engineer - B is responsible for performing work in a variety of assignments and technical roles.

Job Description

Responsibilities include:

• Design and review construction documents, per applicable construction codes, for Capital Improvement Projects.
• Coordinate among the engineering disciplines and between drawings and specification, to ensure compliance with code and SCA standard.
• Address RFI's, perform site visits to meet with stakeholders, and review shop drawings to ensure conformance with design.
• May direct other internal stakeholders such as Engineers, Architects, Quality Assurance Specialists, Technical Inspectors, Associate Engineers and Associate Architects, and Architectural/Engineering Technicians, works on multiple more complex design and construction projects such as new schools, modernizations, additions, leased spaces, and CIP projects.
• May operate as a project leader on capital improvement projects.
• May be required to sign, seal and file engineering drawings.
• May act as a team leader in a department to train and develop internal staff in a specific engineering discipline.
• Provides mentoring for professional development of junior level employees.
• May train newly assigned staff, as well as outside consultants, on SCA standards and procedures.
• Perform related tasks.

May perform the duties of Engineer - A:

• Provide overall coordination for in-house design projects.
• Perform and/or supervises the preparation of scope, pre-schematic, schematic, preliminary and construction documents including reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Work with a wide range of technical, professional, managerial and support personnel as well as outside consultants, contractors, vendors, and various government agencies.
• May function as a project leader reporting to an Engineer/Architect B or Engineer/Architect C, Managing Architect, Managing Engineer, or Director to plan and coordinate work with other Engineers and Architects.
• May direct Associate Engineers/Architects and Architectural/Engineering Technicians, and/or Technical Inspectors working on several less complex design and construction projects, such as new schools, modernizations, additions, leased space, and CIP projects.
• Perform design review of work prepared by other engineers/architects.
• Monitor the progress of the construction phase of the project.
• Conduct site observations.
• Prepare field reports.
• Supervise the review of contractor’s submittals.
• Review reports.
• Perform design review of work for engineering portions of multiple projects.
• Perform review for either Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) or Line Projects.
• Maintain and develops general understanding of architectural and engineering principles.
• May be required to sign, seal and file engineering drawings.
• Perform related tasks.

Minimum Requirements:

• Three years of full-time, paid post-licensure experience as a Professional Engineer, two years of which must have been as a project engineer, project, team, or squad leader.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
• A valid New York State Professional Engineer License.

Civil Service Classification: Competitive

Posting End Date: 11/08/2026

Salary:

Appointment Rate: $97,304 - $131,863

Incumbent Rate: $111,900 - $151,643

Subject to the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, the appointment rate for any newly hired employee, or employees with less than two years of active City or SCA service, shall be 15% less than the applicable incumbent rate or step.

Education

Baccalaureate

Certifications (if required)

Professional Engineer - NYS Department of Education

Work Experience

Three years of full-time paid post-licensure experience as a Professional Engineer; two years must be as a project engineer; project, team, or squad leader; or a comparable level of responsibility. Selective Certification for Special Experience. Electrical: three years of full time paid post-licensure experience in electrical work as a Professional Engineer; two years must be as a project engineer; project team, or squad leader; or a comparable level of responsibility; a minimum of seven years total experience specializing in electrical work. This can be any combination of pre-licensure and post-licensure work as long as the post-licensure experience requirement is met. Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning: three years of full time paid post-licensure experience in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning work as a Professional Engineer; two years must be as a project engineer; project team, or squad leader; or a comparable level of responsibility; a minimum of seven years total experience specializing in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning work. This can be any combination of pre-licensure and post-licensure work as long as the post-licensure experience requirement is met. Plumbing and Drainage: three years of full time paid post-licensure experience in plumbing and drainage work as a Professional Engineer; two years must be as a project engineer; project team, or squad leader; or a comparable level of responsibility; a minimum of seven years total experience specializing in plumbing and drainage work. This can be any combination of pre-licensure and post-licensure work as long as the post-licensure experience requirement is met. Structural: three years of full time paid post-licensure experience in structural work as a Professional Engineer; two years must be as a project engineer; project team, or squad leader; or a comparable level of responsibility; a minimum of seven years total experience specializing in structural work. This can be any combination of pre-licensure and post-licensure work as long as the post-licensure experience requirement is met. Inspection: three years of full time paid post-licensure experience as a Professional Engineer; two years must be as a project engineer; project leader with inspection or observation duties regarding code compliance of critical areas of construction; or a comparable level of responsibility.

It is the policy of the New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, the NYCSCA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.

We offer exceptional benefits including:

* Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)

* Prescription Drug Options

* Dental & Vision Coverage

* NYC Qualified Pension Plan (QPP)

* Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options

* Transit Check Program

* Public Loan Forgiveness Program

* Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits

As part of our ongoing commitment to employee growth and development, the SCA’s Learning and Development (L&D) program offers a variety of valuable benefits. These include tuition reimbursement for continued education that is directly related to your current role, as well as access to a broad range of individual and organizational training opportunities. Trainings on leadership development, technical skill-building, compliance, personal and professional growth. These programs are designed to strengthen performance, boost engagement, and ensure our workforce is fully equipped to meet both current and future organizational goals.

The SCA is interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. The SCA is not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees