Job Description

BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
MECHANICAL ENGINEER II
Department of Water Management
Bureau of Water Supply/Pumping Distribution
Number of Positions: 2 (Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)
Starting Salary: $G06 $79,260 annually
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These positions are open to the general public and to all current city employees covered under the terms of the City's collective bargaining agreement with AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES (AFSCME) - BARGAINING UNIT 1, 3, 4 & 5. Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.
BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply on the bid site: AND
1. Check the box on your profile titled "Currently employed by the City of Chicago"
2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled 'payee/employee number')
3. Select your correct bargaining unit
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION
Under immediate supervision, the class performs entry level professional mechanical engineering work in connection with the design, installation, maintenance and inspection of mechanical equipment and systems, and performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Inspects mechanical systems and equipment using appropriate instrumentation and making engineering calculations to check efficiency and proper operation and documents findings.
Calibrates and monitors mechanical equipment instrumentation to ensure accurate readings and safe operation of equipment.
Prepares data for use in resource allocation and operational reports.
Orders components and parts to replace or repair broken equipment.
Inspects new equipment for conformance to design plans and specifications and makes recommendations on necessary modifications.
Performs acceptance tests on new mechanical equipment installations to ensure performance standards are met and recommends improvements where necessary.
Manages small design and construction projects and reviews technical drawings, proposed changes and contract amendments prepared by architects, engineers and contractors for accuracy and compliance with municipal codes, design standards and project specifications, and recommends changes, as required.
Monitors the installation of mechanical systems and equipment to ensure compliance with city building codes and recommends changes, as required.
Reviews payment vouchers, invoices and pay applications submitted by engineering and construction firms ensuring payment requests reflect completed work according to contract specifications.
Compiles operational reports and related documentation and submits to various regulatory agencies.
Maintains records of inspections, permits, work orders, correspondence and related documentation.
Performs other additional related duties as required.
NOTE: The list of essential duties is not intended to be inclusive; there may be other duties that are essential to particular positions within the class.
Location: Bureau of Water Supply/Pumping Distribution
Address: Various
Days Off: Various
Shift: Various
Hours: 07:30 - 15:30
Lunch: 1-hour
THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a directly related field of engineering
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to access mechanical systems and equipment during various stages of installation or repair

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires bidders to complete an interview. The interviewed Bidders who possess the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected in SENIORITY order and according to the CBA rules. The interviewed NON-Bidders who possess the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected.
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Application Evaluation: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligibility list in lottery order. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.
ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.
The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.
City of Chicago
Brandon Johnson, Mayor
Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 9/30/2025

Skills Required