Principal Mechanical Engineer, Rail + Transit
Core
Lead the design and delivery of mechanical systems (HVAC, tunnel ventilation, smoke control, elevators) for complex rail and transit infrastructure projects in North America.
Role type
Principal Mechanical Engineer (Technical & People Leadership)
Builds
Mechanical design packages, engineering reports, and integrated station/facility systems for MTA and other transit authorities.
Domain
Infrastructure + Rail/Transit + HVAC/Vertical Transportation
Required skills
Mechanical engineering design, HVAC system design, tunnel ventilation, smoke control, elevator/vertical transportation systems, engineering calculations, airflow modeling, code compliance (NFPA, ASHRAE, NYC Building Code), technical leadership, project management, mentorship
Preferred skills
PE license, Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering
Technologies
HVAC, tunnel ventilation, smoke control, elevators, airflow modeling tools
Responsibilities
Lead mechanical design for transit stations and tunnels; serve as technical authority for vertical transportation; manage design packages from concept to final design; oversee engineering calculations and performance-based design; ensure compliance with standards and codes; partner with multidisciplinary teams; provide project management leadership; mentor engineering staff; participate in design reviews and QA/QC.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with people leadership