Mechanical Superintendent - Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM)

About the role

FCC is hiring a full-time Mechanical Superintendent (TBM) in New York, NY. This senior heavy civil construction leader oversees the assembly, operation support, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of the Tunnel Boring Machine and all supporting tunneling plant and equipment. The role leads mechanical crews and subcontractors, coordinates with TBM OEMs, manages critical spare parts and consignment packages, and keeps TBM operations safe, reliable and continuous with minimal downtime.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and take part in maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of the TBM and supporting equipment
• Oversee TBM assembly, installation, commissioning support and eventual decommissioning
• Develop and manage the preventative maintenance program for TBM mechanical systems
• Diagnose breakdowns, mobilize resources and coordinate vendor and OEM support to minimize downtime
• Supervise craft mechanics, technicians and subcontractors and ensure safe work practices and quality
• Plan crew assignments, shift coverage and resources to meet production goals and milestones
• Manage spare parts and tooling inventory and consignment parts packages with the TBM manufacturer
• Enforce safety, quality and environmental standards, including LOTO and JHAs
• Coordinate with tunneling, mechanical and electrical/controls teams, and manage operational costs
• Take part in weekly progress and schedule meetings and maintain vendor relationships

Required profile

• Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent technical education/experience
• 8-10+ years of hands-on mechanical experience on heavy civil infrastructure projects, with 8+ years specialized in TBM (EPB, Slurry, Hard-Rock)
• Demonstrated experience leading mechanical teams in active tunneling operations
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, technical manuals, schematics and specifications
• Proven ability to run preventative maintenance programs and manage critical spares and inventory
• Strong communication skills with OEMs, vendors, field leadership and stakeholders
• Commitment to HSE and safe work in high-risk underground environments
• Field-based role; rotating shifts, nights, weekends and holidays may be required

Required skills

• TBM systems: hydraulics, electro-mechanical drives, slurry circuits, backup gantry systems, conveyors, rotating equipment
• Preventative maintenance program management and inventory control
• LOTO and JHA compliance