BOB- Assistant Engineer (Civil)

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Commuter benefits

Work from home

35-hour work week

Job summary

City of New York seeks an Assistant Civil Engineer to inspect bridges and oversee contractor maintenance for East River movable bridges. The role involves field surveys, designing plans, and coordinating safety and regulatory compliance on site in LIC, with a standard 7:00 AM–3:00 PM schedule.

The position emphasizes independent judgment, supervision of staff, and preparation of technical drawings and specifications, contributing to NYC infrastructure safety.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering technology and three years of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
• A bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Perform civil engineering work of moderate difficulty and responsibility; may supervise subordinates.
• Inspect and oversee preventive maintenance work by contractors on the East River and Movable Bridges.
• Prepare design plans, sketches, working drawings, maps, and technical specifications.
• Engage in investigations and studies pertaining to bridge inspections; ensure safety and governmental standards are maintained.
• Schedule work, complete daily reports (MURK forms), and maintain Engineer's diary.

Education

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

Bachelor of Civil Engineering Technology

Bachelor in Civil Eng. + Master in Civil Eng.

Job description

• Job Category: Engineering, Architecture, & Planning
• Salary Band: $90,000 to $100,000
• Compensation: USD 66,330 - USD 99,528

Job Description

Civil Service Title-Assistant Civil Engineer
* IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE, OR HAVE FILED FOR THE OPEN-COMPETITIVE CIVIL SERVICE LIST, EXAM# 7006*.
Under general supervision, with great latitude for the exercise of independent judgment or action, in the ERB/MB - PM section of the Bureau of Bridge Maintenance, Inspection, and Operations, performs civil engineering work of moderate difficulty and responsibility and may supervise subordinate employees. The Assistant Civil Engineer will focus on performing inspections and overseeing preventive maintenance work being done by contractors on the East River& Movable Bridges; conduct field surveys and maintenance operations; prepare design plans, sketches, working drawing, maps, and technical specifications; engage in the conduct of investigations and studies pertaining to bridge inspections; ensure that safety standards and governmental standards are maintained. Additional tasks like scheduling, MURK forms - daily reports, Engineer's diary, will also be performed. This ACE should drive a motor vehicle or take public transportation to various work sites.

Work Location
40-29 27th Street, LIC, 11101

Hours
7:00AM - 3:00PM/Monday - Friday

Other reasons you should work for us: Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as: a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the positions associated union/benefit fund. a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. College savings plan Commuter Benefits (Pre-Tax) a tax-deferred savings program and access to robust Wellness Programs that offer resources and opportunities you can enjoy as a City employee Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home. 35-hour base work week. Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYCs 4 East River Bridges Brooklyn, Manhattan, Williamsburg and Queensboro and other bridge infrastructures safer for pedestrians and motorists.

ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER - 20210

Qualifications

• 1. A baccalaureate degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university and one year of fulltime satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
• 2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering technology and three years of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
• 3. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and a master’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university.

Additional Information

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.