Engineering Manager

About the role

The Engineering Manager leads programmatic oversight of all mechanical and electrical (M&E) systems, focusing on commissioning new installations, warranty management, and technical root cause analysis rather than day-to-day operations. This role serves as the key technical point of contact for stakeholders, managing engineering teams and vendor groups to ensure strategic delivery of M&E projects and performance optimization. You'll provide technical thought leadership on system commissioning, warranty claim management, and failure analysis while developing long-term maintenance strategies, managing budgets and contracts, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Leading commissioning activities for new M&E installations and system upgrades, ensuring proper handover documentation and performance validation
• Managing warranty programs across all M&E systems, tracking defects, coordinating vendor responses, and ensuring timely resolution of warranty claims
• Conducting root cause analysis investigations for equipment failures and system performance issues, developing corrective action plans to prevent recurrence
• Developing and implementing programmatic maintenance strategies and technical standards rather than executing daily operational tasks
• Managing and coaching the engineering team to build technical competency in commissioning protocols, failure analysis methodologies, and warranty administration
• Overseeing vendor performance on commissioning deliverables and warranty obligations, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and contractual requirements
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis of failure trends, warranty claims, and commissioning outcomes to optimize long-term system reliability
• Site presence required for commissioning activities, failure investigations, and stakeholder engagement
• Participation in emergency evacuation procedures as needed
• Active involvement in health and safety reviews and risk identification during commissioning phases
• Work environment includes mechanical and electrical plant areas during inspection and analysis activities
• May require witnessing equipment testing and performance validation across multiple facility areas
• Occasional availability for critical system commissioning or failure analysis outside standard hours

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical), Diploma in Building Services, or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 5 years of experience in M&E commissioning, warranty management, or technical engineering roles
• Demonstrated expertise in root cause analysis methodologies and failure investigation techniques
• Strong understanding of M&E system commissioning processes, testing protocols, and acceptance criteria
• Experience managing warranty programs and coordinating warranty claim resolution with manufacturers and contractors
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting and stakeholder presentations
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret system performance data and identify trends

Qualifications

• Experience with Critical Environment facility commissioning (data centers, cleanrooms, mission-critical facilities)
• Knowledge of industry commissioning standards (ASHRAE, CIBSE, or equivalent certification bodies)
• Background in reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) or predictive maintenance program development
• Experience with Sewerage Treatment Plant or specialized building systems commissioning
• Track record of implementing failure prevention programs based on root cause analysis findings
• Familiarity with building automation systems (BAS) and energy management systems for performance monitoring
• Previous experience mentoring technical teams in commissioning best practices and failure analysis techniques

Schedule

Onsite five days a week at JFK Airport. Occasional availability for critical system commissioning or failure analysis outside standard hours.