ASSISTANT DESIGN ENGINEER

NYC Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP); New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Design Engineer to join their dynamic team in New York City. This role involves assisting in the design and construction of sustainable civil engineering projects, focusing on water supply and wastewater facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in civil engineering, along with hands-on experience in project design and construction documentation. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to vital infrastructure projects while working alongside a dedicated team of professionals committed to environmental protection and community service. If you're passionate about civil engineering and eager to make a positive impact, this role is for you.

Benefits

Eligibility for the 55-a Program

Potential for federal student loan forgiveness

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in civil engineering required.
• One year of civil engineering experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in project design and construction under supervision.
• Prepare engineering documents and conduct investigations.

Skills

Contract drawings

Specifications

Shop drawing review

Field inspections

Microsoft Office Suite

Site plans

Piping design

Grading design

Drainage design

Stormwater management

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Strong communication skills

Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Master’s degree in civil engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Join to apply for the ASSISTANT DESIGN ENGINEER role at NYC Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP)

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) manages water supply, wastewater, and pollution control for New York City, employing nearly 6,000 staff. The Bureau of Engineering Design & Construction (BEDC) oversees capital projects valued at over $23.8 billion, supporting DEP's infrastructure.

IHD’s Civil Section within BEDC is responsible for designing sustainable civil engineering projects for water supply and wastewater facilities, including site development, grading, drainage, stormwater management, and construction support.

BEDC seeks to hire an Assistant Civil Engineer for IHD’s Civil Section at our Queens, NY headquarters. Under supervision, the candidate will assist in project design and construction, preparing engineering documents, conducting investigations, reviewing shop drawings, and coordinating with stakeholders.

**** Only applicants with permanent civil service status as an Assistant Civil Engineer or who have applied for Civil Service Exam # 5015 (proof required) are eligible. ****

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with contract drawings, specifications, shop drawing review, and field inspections.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in site plans, piping, grading, drainage, and stormwater management design.
• Knowledge of code requirements, technical reports, and design software.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D preferred.
• Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is a plus.
• Strong communication skills.
• A valid NY Motor Vehicle Driver’s License may be required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college plus one year of civil engineering experience, or
• Master’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college.

Additional details include eligibility for the 55-a Program, potential for federal student loan forgiveness, and that NYC residency is not required.