Chicago Transit Authority Looking for Mechanical Engineer II at Chicago, IL Full Time

Performs mechanical engineering assignments involving the application of a comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments.

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Assists in the design of various new mechanical engineering projects relating to heating, ventilating and air conditioning, plumbing and environmental systems.

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Interacts with municipal agencies, contractors and consultants in order to assure project will meet requirements of municipal agencies, utilities, etc.

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Conducts inspections and gathers and analyzes pertinent information to provide logical, comprehensive and intelligent solutions relating to active projects of a non-routine nature.

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Troubleshoots problems in existing HVAC, plumbing and environmental systems and recommends a solution using engineering and mathematical principles and techniques.

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Monitors and audits active projects evaluating for completeness, efficiency and compliance to pre-established standards.

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Prepares comprehensive reports relating to the findings of inspections and tests.

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Prepares and maintains records of current and future projects, maintaining and accurate log of budgetary analysis, work schedules and status reports.

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Prepares sketches, drawings, cost estimates, specifications and technical reports through the application of engineering principles.

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Provides technical support to and assists lower level engineers, draftsmen, technicians QI personnel and interns in complex assignments.

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Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title

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• Providing maintenance design plans which meet all local, state and federal standards, codes and requirements.

• Required to possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a combination of education and experience relating to this position, provided degree is met.
• Required to have prior experience as a Mechanical Engineer or in a closely related field.
• Required to submit to and pass drug and alcohol testing as mandated by the Federal Transportation Administration.
• Required to possess a valid Illinois driver’s license.

• Requires sitting for extended periods of time.
• Visual acumen.
• Manual dexterity for working with keyboard.
• Light physical effort required; walking, bending, climbing to investigate systems.
• Chicago Transit Authority requires all employees to be COVID-19 vaccinated. If you are offered employment, proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required as a condition of employment and as part of the hiring process. Visit www.transitchicago.com/careers for full notice.

• Working knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, methods, and techniques.
• Ability to apply engineering knowledge to complex mechanical engineering problems.
• Working knowledge of mechanical components, methods, and techniques.
• Working knowledge of municipal codes and ordinances as applied to the design, development, repair and maintenance of mechanical equipment.
• Working knowledge of related building codes and guidelines, including environmental and energy guidelines, City of Chicago building codes, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, and American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) guidelines.
• Advanced math skills including Algebra, Calculus and Geometry.
• Advanced skill using AutoCad.
• Strong research, attention to detail and problem solving skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good surveying skills.
• Good critical thinking skills.
• Intermediate skill using personal computer, engineering applications, databases and data management software.

• Usual office working conditions.
• Required to travel to different facilities when conducting field inspections.
• Subject to varying weather conditions, moving vehicles, electrically energized contact rail, ballasted track and elevated structures.

• Computer Systems, AutoCAD, calculators, scales, codes, technical manuals, field testing equipment.