Junior Engineer (construction)

Junior Engineer

Hours: Full-Time – 35 Hours Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Ave, LIC, Queens 11101 All interested candidates who apply meet the minimum qualification requirements cited below are encouraged to apply. Please indicate on your Cover Letter if you are permanent in the civil service title of Civil Engineer Intern or if you are on the open-competitive list (exam #2009 or exam #5047). The Department of Design & Construction, Division of Infrastructure is seeking a Junior Engineer for the South Queens – Section 1 team. The selected candidates will receive hands-on training and assist in moderate to difficult engineering work, research studies, engineering investigations, and examinations relating to engineering functions; and will perform civil engineering work of moderate difficulty under the direction of an Engineer-In-Charge and/or Resident Engineer. The work and/or training will be in one or more of the following specialized engineering areas: design, drafting, engineering investigations, estimating, specifications, structural computations, field surveys/inspections, and some design-related site inspections. Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application. All applicants, including City Employees: Please go to NYC Government Jobs | Explore Careers | City of New York, go to Search for Open Jobs, and type in the Job ID # listed above. Submit job application as prompted. Do not apply via Employee Self-Service (ESS), e-mail, mail, or fax your resume to DDC directly.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree in civil engineering from an accredited college. A degree in any other engineering area or in civil engineering technology is not acceptable.

Preferred Skills

Please note the following preferred skills for this position: 1. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills 2. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD 3. Construction knowledge relevant to infrastructure work (i.e., roadway, sewer, and/or water main) 4. Familiarity with NYC DOT, NYS DOT, NYC DEP specifications, MUTCD, and AASHTO standards 5. Comprehensive understanding of the NYC infrastructure system and current engineering practices 6. Proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling and Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP) credential (preferred) 7. Valid driver's license (required) 8. Personal vehicle (preferred)

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.