Parking & Sustainability Projects Engineer
Job Description
Position Overview
The Parking Management, Facilities, and Capital Projects Unit plays a vital role in the development, management, and operation of the City’s municipal parking infrastructure. Managing 8 multi-level parking garages and 30 municipal parking fields across the city, our unit oversees structural inspections, capital projects, contract administration, and sustainability initiatives. Our mission is to integrate sustainability practices and environmental safety into municipal parking facilities.
We are seeking an Assistant Environmental Engineer to assist with a variety of sustainability and environmental initiatives for both new and existing municipal parking facilities. The candidate will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, with responsibilities that include technical reviews, project support, and compliance oversight. Work Location: 34-02 Queens Boulevard, Long Island City, NY 11101. Hours: 35 Hours / Mon-Fri, 7am-3pm.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage chemical inventory in stock rooms and ensure proper storage and disposal of hazardous materials in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Oversee sewer and catch basin cleaning and environmental maintenance in parking fields.
- Review material safety data sheets and ensure facilities meet environmental and fire protection codes.
- Assist with the design and installation of EV charging infrastructure in off-street parking facilities.
- Review plans, technical proposals, construction documents, and drawings for sustainability projects in parking garages.
- Prepare estimates, specifications, technical memos, drawings, and maps for environmentally related capital or maintenance projects.
- Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and other city agencies to support successful execution of green infrastructure and parking improvement projects.
- Conduct facility inspections and performance evaluations for EV chargers, and track and report data related to energy use and EV charging performance.
- Support environmental improvement projects such as lighting upgrades and drainage system improvements.
- Conduct research, field assessments, and engineering studies for environmental initiatives.
- Support sustainability reporting, permitting processes, and related compliance work.
- Review contracts and ensure contract compliance.
Required Qualifications
- A baccalaureate degree in environmental, chemical, mechanical, petroleum, aeronautical, or materials engineering from an accredited college or university and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in environmental engineering work; OR
- A baccalaureate degree in one of the above fields and a master’s degree in environmental engineering from an accredited college (note: a master’s degree substitutes for one year of full-time satisfactory work experience).
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong interest and experience in sustainable infrastructure, EV technology, or green building practices.
- Familiarity with municipal engineering or public works projects.
- Understanding of EV charging systems, load management, and utility coordination.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, GIS, and technical drawing review.
- Strong communication, project coordination, and analytical writing skills.
- Ability to work independently in the field and collaboratively within a team.
Benefits & Perks
- Remote Work: This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program.
- Driver's License Requirement: Some assignments require a valid New York State driver's license, which must be maintained throughout the duration of the appointment.
- 55a Program: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability under the 55a Program.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Prospective employees may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness and state repayment assistance programs.
- New York City Residency is not required for this position.