BOB- Project Engineer

New York City Department of Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York City Department of Transportation, Division of Bridges, seeks a Civil Engineer I to join the Fabrication Engineering Unit in QA/BER. The role involves monitoring off-site inspection during fabrication, reviewing shop and design drawings, and ensuring compliance with welding and testing standards.

Strong communication and leadership on complex bridge projects are essential. Requirements include four years of civil engineering experience and an active New York State Professional

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
• Four years of full-time civil engineering experience.
• NY State Professional Engineer license required and active for duration of employment.
• Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor off-site inspection for acceptance and verification during fabrication of structural steel and bridge components.
• Oversee inspection agencies during inspections and review shop drawings, design drawings, weld procedures, fabrication and repair procedures.
• Evaluate non-destructive testing procedures and results in accordance with AWS, NYSSCM, NYSPCCM, ASME and ASTM.
• Travel to fabrication plants located in the U.S. and Canada as needed.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

New York State PE license

Master's degree may substitute for 1 year experience

Job description

Civil Engineer I – DOT, Division of Bridges

The New York City Department of Transportation, Division of Bridges is responsible for managing the full life cycle of over 800 bridges and tunnels and over 600 retaining walls, ensuring safety of the public and ensuring mobility for all users. Team members may work on major project designs, oversee construction, oversee maintenance activities, perform engineering reviews and quality assurance tasks on some of the most iconic and complex projects in the City. This position is for a Civil Engineer I, serving in the Fabrication Engineering Unit within Quality Assurance / Bureau of Engineering Review and Support.

Under general supervision, performs responsible and difficult project management work. This position will be responsible for monitoring off‑site inspection for acceptance and verification during the fabrication of structural steel and prestressed/precast concrete bridge components. Duties include the oversight of inspection agencies during their inspection assignments, the review of shop drawings, design drawings, weld procedure specifications, fabrication and repair procedures, and evaluating non‑destructive testing procedures along with their results. Working with the AWS Structural Steel and Bridge Welding Code, the NYSSCM, the NYSPCCM, ASME and ASTM is required. Travelling to fabrication plants located in various parts of the U.S. and Canada may be required.

Preferred Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.

Work Location

55 Water St., New York, NY 10041

Hours

35 hours per week

Benefits

• Premium‑free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10,000 annually.
• Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available.
• Public sector defined benefit pension plan.
• College savings plan.
• Pre‑tax commuter benefits.
• Tax‑deferred savings program.
• Wellness programs.
• Work‑from‑home policy: up to two days per week (depending on position).

Minimum Qualifications

• Four (4) years of full‑time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work.
• A valid New York State Professional Engineer’s License. Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of employment.
• Masters degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the required experience.
• At least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

Additional Information

• Position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program.
• As a prospective employee, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.
• New York City residency is not required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.