Engineer A/B/C (Electrical) Architecture & Engineering In-House Design Studio at Nyc School Construction Authority (Sca) in Queens, NY | USD83,314-166,781 | Kablio
Engineer A/B/C (Electrical) Architecture & Engineering In-House Design Studio
Nyc School Construction Authority (Sca)
Builds and modernizes NYC public school facilities via design, construction and renovation.
Design and oversee electrical systems for NYC public school construction projects.
12 days ago ago
$83,314 - $166,781
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Queens, NY
Office Full-Time
Company Size
750 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Engineering
Architecture
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Construction Management
Capital Improvement Program
New School Construction
Design Drafting
Technical Services
Rehabilitation of Public Schools
Architectural Services
Engineering Services
Role
Description
design review
construction monitoring
project management
team coordination
mentoring
document preparation
Maintain and develops general understanding of engineering principles.
Monitor the progress of the construction phase of the project.
May act as a discipline leader in a department to train and develop internal staff in the discipline.
Perform review for either Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) or Line Projects.
Ensures compliance to codes, standards, and that the project is completed on schedule.
Engineer B may direct lower level Engineers, Technical Inspectors, Quality Assurance Specialists, Associate Engineers, and Engineering Technicians.
Provides mentoring for professional development of lower level employees.
Perform and/or supervises the preparation of scope, pre-schematic, schematic, preliminary and construction documents including reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications.
May chair or participate in department seminars and workshops.
Manages multiple projects at the same time.
May function as a project leader reporting to an Engineer B or Engineer C, Managing Engineer, or Director to plan and coordinate work with other Engineers.
Assists in preparing new design standards and procedures.
Works as a project leader on multiple, complex construction projects and major design and exploration programs to plan, assign, direct, manage, and supervise the work of stakeholders such as Engineers, Quality Assurance Specialists, Technical Inspectors, Associate Engineers, and Engineering Technicians, resolving any problems that occur.
The Engineer - C is responsible for performing work in a variety of assignments and technical roles, as needed, and manages team members and/or contractors on projects to achieve the objectives of the Authority.
May coordinate the work of consulting firms and/or individual consultants and contingent staff on projects and does design review of outside consultants.
May coordinate the work of consulting firms and/or individual consultants and contingent staff on projects.
Responsible for performing work in a variety of assignments and technical roles, as needed.
Work on several more complex design projects such as large primary schools, small intermediate schools, special types of buildings (e.g., special education schools), full modernizations, large additions, and specialized and/or numerous CIP projects.
Provide overall coordination for in-house design projects.
May be required to sign, seal and file engineering drawings.
Trains new SCA employees and contingent staff, as well as outside design consultants, on SCA standards and procedures.
Prepare field reports.
Perform design review of work for engineering portions of multiple projects.
Supervise the review of contractor’s submittals.
Work with a wide range of technical, professional, managerial and support personnel as well as outside consultants, contractors, vendors, and various government agencies.
Conduct site observations.
Perform design review of work prepared by other engineers.
Performs design review of work prepared by other engineers
Technical Inspectors working on several less complex design and construction projects, such as new schools, modernizations, additions, leased space, and CIP projects.
Requirements
pe license
power design
nfpa-70
nyc codes
low-voltage
fire alarm
Ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team in a fast-paced environment.
Experience in the design of electrical power systems, including service room layouts, distribution systems, and load calculations.
Level A: A valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer.
Strong familiarity with NFPA-70 National Electrical Code.
Level B: A valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer and 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
Knowledge of NYC Energy Conservation Code (2020) and experience with lighting and control system design.
Understanding of contract documents for engineering projects and the ability to administer them during the construction phase.
Level C: A valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer and six years of full-time, paid post-licensure experience as a Professional Engineer; three years must be as a project engineer; project, team, or squad leader; or a comparable level of responsibility.
Familiarity with New York City Building and Electrical Codes and relevant industry standards of practice in professional electrical engineering design.
Proficiency in the design of low-voltage systems such as public address, data/telecommunications, and security camera systems.
All levels require a bachelor’s degree.
Expertise in fire alarm system design, with in-depth knowledge of FDNY requirements.
Benefits
Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits
Prescription Drug Options
Dental & Vision Coverage
Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
NYC Qualified Pension Plan (QPP)
Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
Transit Check Program
Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
Information not given or found
Visa Sponsorship
the sca does not sponsor employment visas; candidates must be eligible to work in the us.
_CREATED CITYWIDE THROUGH NEW SCHOOLS AND ADDITIONS.
20.5B Budget
Capital Plan
_ALLOCATED FOR SCHOOL UPGRADES, MODERNIZATION, AND INFRASTRUCTURE.
281 Units Removed
Classroom Space
_TEMPORARY CLASSROOM UNITS REMOVED TO FREE UP SPACE AND IMPROVE FACILITIES.
Began operations via state legislation in December 1988, taking control of school capital projects from the Board of Education.
Responsible for planning, budgeting, designing, and constructing school infrastructure citywide.
Focuses on modernizing educational facilities within public-sector contexts and complex urban infrastructure.
Operates under a three-member board appointed by the mayor and DOE chancellor.
Culture + Values
“design and construct safe, attractive, and environmentally sound public schools”
“dedicated to building and modernizing schools in a responsible, cost‑effective manner while achieving the highest standards of excellence in safety, quality, and integrity.”
Environment + Sustainability
50% energy reduction
Energy Efficiency in Primary School
The Kathleen Grimm School achieved a 50% reduction in energy use compared to standard new schools.
22.5 MW solar capacity
Citywide Solar Rollout
NYC's largest solar rollout includes 104 schools with a total capacity of 22.5 MW.
60% GHG reduction goal
Climate Action Target
Aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 60% from a 2006 baseline of 485,000 metric tons CO₂.
Performs extensive environmental due diligence on every site, exceeding typical industry practices to ensure environmental safety during construction
Never conducts asbestos, lead paint or other high-risk removals in occupied schools; environmental experts verify hazardous materials are removed and areas are safe
Removes PCB-containing lighting fixtures in a pilot program and studies PCBs in other building materials
Implemented solar panels, green roofs, hybrid systems, geothermal systems, all-electric heat pumps, energy recovery and demand-control ventilation in projects like Staten Island campus and Forest Hills annex
Inclusion & Diversity
No DEI strategy or gender‑related statistics publicly available on official SCA site