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Massachusetts Port Authority Senior Mechanical Engineer in East Boston, Massachusetts
Senior Mechanical Engineer
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Senior Mechanical Engineer
Location
East Boston, MA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
FY2025-00115
Department
Capital Programs & Environmental Affairs
Division
Capital Programs
Opening Date
03/26/2025
Description
Benefits
ABOUT US
The Massachusetts Port Authority is Powering What’s Possible™ for your career. We are a dynamic organization that connects people and businesses to the global community by air, land, and sea. Our employees are essential in moving planes, cargo and cruise ships safely, efficiently and sustainably. We are an economic engine, managing real estate assets where people live, work, and play. Together, the properties we own and operate generate $20 billion for the region’s economy. With a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and being good neighbors, we achieve results that positively impact the people and businesses of New England.
Massport’s Capital Programs & Environmental Affairs Department is dedicated to advancing the vision of transforming our industry through groundbreaking approaches, consistently delivering "best-in-class" infrastructure projects that create exceptional value and surpass the expectations of our valued clients and customers. Our Mission is clear: to excel in delivering projects that elevate our customers’ experience by meticulously programming, designing, and constructing safe, efficient, and sustainable infrastructure. By wholeheartedly embracing inclusivity, harnessing the power of technology, and constantly seeking opportunities for continuous improvement, we drive Massport's mission while reshaping the industry with innovative practices.
ABOUT YOU
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you are a strategic and collaborative leader with deep technical expertise who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments. You excel at managing multiple large-scale infrastructure projects with precision, balancing safety, quality, schedule, and stakeholder needs. You stay curious, embrace innovation, and bring a continuous improvement mindset to everything you do. With strong communication and leadership skills, you build trust, mentor others, and foster inclusive, transparent relationships. You care about long-term impact—on operations, communities, and customer experience—and take pride in delivering thoughtful, high-quality solutions.
What you will do:
Support the development of capital projects by identifying opportunities, preparing technical data and estimates, securing approvals, and briefing leadership.
Lead the consultant selection and delivery process, from writing RFQs/RFPs to evaluating proposals and negotiating contracts.
Guide design and construction phases to ensure projects meet scope, budget, and quality goals, while managing BIM/VDC efforts and resolving issues as they arise.
Coordinate with internal teams and external agencies to align on project goals, minimize operational impacts, and engage stakeholders throughout planning and implementation.
WHAT YOU OFFER
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering and over 10 years of experience, including at least 6 years managing capital projects over $5 million.
Expertise in construction management and public agency projects, with knowledge of Massachusetts public bidding processes and laws.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Primavera, a valid driver’s license, and a strong grasp of budgeting principles.
Exceptional organizational, communication, and personal management skills to lead complex, high-impact projects.
*Click here for detailed job description (https://www.massport.com/sites/default/files/2025-03/Massport-Job-Description-Senior-Mechanical-Engineer-3-25-25.pdf)
WHAT WE OFFER
Collaboration with colleagues at all levels of leadership from all different disciplines, from Aviation to Maritime and beyond. Every day is different at Massport and the breadth of our impact on the Massachusetts region through our facilities provides many opportunities for our employees to grow, learn, and explore the many areas of our business. Our business is all about connecting. We support and take pride in the employees that make those connections possible each and every day. Further, Massport is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and committed to workforce diversity and inclusivity.
What we believe in :Work/life balance
Supporting the people and businesses of New England
A supportive and inclusive culture
Achieving results and having positive impact
Opportunities for growth
Being good neighbors in the communities we serve
Providing safe, healthy, and secure work environment
Protecting the environment
*Click here for information on our comprehensive compensation and benefits packages. (https://www.massport.com/sites/default/files/2024-04/HR-Benefits-One-Sheet.pdf)
We're a world-class organization of people moving people and goods--connecting Massachusetts and New England to the world safely, securely, and efficiently, with a commitment to sustainability, our neighboring communities, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
We support and take pride in the employees that make those connections possible each and every day.
We provide comprehensive compensation and benefits packages*:
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible work arrangements
• Vacation time, sick time, personal days
• 12 Holidays per year
• Massport Retirement Plan (Pension)
• Deferred Compensation Plan (457b) with employer match
• SMART Plan retirement plan advisor/financial planning
• Discounted MBTA passes
• Public service loan forgiveness program for federal student loans
• Professional development programs
• Mentorship program
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition programs
• Employee resource groups
• Flexible spending accounts
• Wellness programs
• Community engagement
• Volunteer opportunities
• On-site employee parking
• Bike racks
• Electric car charging stations
• Mother's suite for new/nursing mothers
*Benefits may vary by position and/or location.
For more information, please visit www.massport.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to workforce diversity and inclusivity.
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Employer
Massachusetts Port Authority
Address
One Harborside Drive, Suite 200S East Boston, Massachusetts, 02128-2909
Phone
617-568-3900
Website
http://www.massport.com
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