Job details
Salary $81,262 a year job type full-time
Full job description
Some of what you`ll be doing:
As the mechanical engineer in our aviation facilities & infrastructure department, you will be working under the direction and guidance of a licensed mechanical engineer, assist with facilities and mechanical equipment evaluation, calculations, design standards research, coordination, and asset identification tasks at the seattle-tacoma international airport.
You will assist with moderate mechanical design and system evaluation tasks in support of capital projects and asset management.
You will gather and correlate basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures with an emphasis on hvac, plumbing and piping, conveyor systems, elevators, and escalators.
You will participate in the development of presentations and documents including commission memos and procurement documents.
You will assist maintenance on the installation, troubleshooting, replacement and operation of mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment.
You will participate in project planning meetings regarding project objectives, plan scope, schedule, and budget.
You will perform standard computations or analysis.
You will do site observation of construction activities with port standardsAttend weekly construction meetings for small to medium projects.
You will lead site investigation of mechanical infrastructure asset inventory.
You will develop, negotiate, and manage mechanical consultant contracts, budgets, and schedules for design.
You will evaluate project design drawings for small capital and expense projects for conformance to mechanical standards and specifications.
You will assist with preparation of permit applications, testing and autocad work for internal design projects.
You will assist analysis of new technologies for compatibilities with existing systems and life cycle costs.
You will verify existing infrastructure capacity related to proposed modifications and attends mechanical infrastructure meetings with other internal departments.
Who you are:
Two years of experience may be substituted for one year of education:
Experienced – you have five (5) years of experience in mechanical engineering and the ability to get engineer in training (eit) within one (1) year.
Educated – you possess a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering related field from abet accredited school.
Desired – we hope you have a fundamentals of engineering certification (eit).
Effective communicator – you are an excellent listener with the ability to translate customer requests into solutions and helping leaders to understand information or issues.
Relationship builder – you are someone who can work with diverse staff at various levels of the organization to resolve problems while providing excellent guidance.
Teamwork – you are a strong team-oriented person and willing to help your team to get tasks completed.
Customer service minded – you are focused on delivering quality customer service, respecting different opinions, and working toward offering solutions.
What else you need to know:
Work schedule – your normal work schedule will be monday – friday, 8:00 a.mTo 5:00 p.m(40 hours per week)Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role.
Work environment – you will primarily work in an office environment.
Washington state residency requirement – employees must establish a residence in washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in washington state during their employment with the port of seattleIf a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in washington state.
Covid-19 vaccination requirement - the port of seattle will require that at the time of hire, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be able to provide proof of their full covid-19 vaccination status, as part of the hiring processThis is a condition of employment for all positions at the port of seattlePeople are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose in a two-dose series or two weeks after a single-dose vaccinePrior to employment, candidates may make requests for a reasonable accommodation based on a medical disability or for sincerely held religious beliefsPhilosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation.
Security requirements – as the successful candidate, you must pass a transportation security administration (tsa) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the federal bureau of investigation (fbi)Your employment will be contingent upon obtaining a port of seattle id badge upon clearanceYou may also be required to obtain a u.sCustoms and border patrol (cbp) customs seal within 30 days of hire.
Why you`ll love it here:
Healthcare – medical, dental and vision care with options that work for you and your family.
Paid vacation – just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.
Holidays – more than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.
Pension/retirement plans – a pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the port.
Getting to work – from subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work from home.
Parental leave – six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.
Development – from tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture.
Diversity – we foster opportunities for employees to contribute to our communities and business success in a way that celebrates a fully inclusive and engaged work environment.
Work-life balance – we provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
Mission driven – we are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce and job creation in an equitable, accountable and environmentally responsible manner.
Why the port of seattle: every role at the port of seattle is vital to our thriving communityWe are a leader in moving people and cargo across the country and around the worldWith facilities and property ranging in scope from a half-acre park to one of the largest airports and container terminals on the west coast, we maximize the public assets in our portfolio with an eye toward best uses and environmental sustainability.
