Assistant Civil Engineer

New York City Department of Transportation; New York, Water Street (NY, PA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in urban infrastructure is seeking a dedicated Assistant Civil Engineer to contribute to the maintenance and analysis of the East River Bridges. This role involves reviewing inspection reports, preparing detailed repair plans, and conducting field visits to ensure the integrity of critical structures. Candidates should possess a degree in civil engineering and relevant experience, along with proficiency in AutoCAD and STAAD Pro. Join a forward-thinking team where you can make a significant impact on the city's infrastructure while enjoying the flexibility of remote work options.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in civil engineering and one year of experience required.
• Valid Motor Vehicle Driver's license in New York is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Review inspection reports and prepare repair details for East River Bridges.
• Utilize STAAD Pro for load rating and structural analysis.
• Assist Bridge Repair Unit with repairs and field inspections.

Skills

AutoCAD

STAAD Pro

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

STAAD Pro

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Works independently with supervision; reviews NYCDOT and NYSDOT consultant inspection reports for the four East River Bridges (ERB); prepares repair details and issues flags for the ERB; utilizes STAAD Pro computer program for load rating and structural analysis of bridges citywide; provides analysis of steel and reinforced concrete structural members and components by hand calculations; makes field visits to inspect, resolve, and revise the flag packages on ERB; assists in maintaining records of Flags for the ERB up to date and communicates with Consultants for Bridges under contract to update the status of outstanding flags; assists and prepares structural analysis of bridge components and repair details using AutoCAD for bridges citywide; helps assist the Bridge Repair Unit with the means and methods to carry out prepared repair details and makes field visits to verify field conditions, sign off on letters, drawings, and structural details performed by other non-licensed engineers. Discusses repair and adjusts repair details if necessary; assists the Bridge Repair Unit in the field while flag repairs are being performed; performs other related duties.

This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program agreed to between the City and DC37.

Title

ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER - 20210

Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in civil engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a Master's degree from an accredited college in civil engineering.

Preferred Skills

Candidate must possess computer skills including AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and excellent interpersonal, communication, and team-leading skills. A valid Motor Vehicle Driver's license in the State of New York is also required.

Additional Programs and Requirements

• 55a Program: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate your interest at the top of your resume and cover letter.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: You may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. More information is available at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
• Residency Requirement: NYC residency is not required for this position.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive, equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and a work environment free from discrimination and harassment based on legally protected characteristics, including sex, race, ethnicity, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.