Civil Engineer Level III -Overnight

New York City Transit; New York (NY); On-site; USD 91,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

New York City Transit seeks an Assistant Civil Engineer to support Maintenance of Way (MOW) and related projects on overnight schedules. The role involves design, field surveys, construction support, shop drawing reviews, material evaluations, and maintaining track drawings and specifications.

A New York State Professional Engineer license along with four years of civil engineering experience is required; a master's degree can substitute one year of experience.

Qualifications

• Valid New York State Professional Engineer's License and four years of full-time civil engineering experience.
• Master's degree in civil engineering accepted as equivalent to one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare designs for trackwork, switches, and components.
• Conduct field surveys and provide construction assistance.
• Review shop drawings and perform material evaluations.
• Maintain Standard Track Drawings and Specifications.
• Support derailment and incident investigations.
• Provide technical support to Procurement for inspection issues.
• Deliver field inspections, design sketches, and safety verifications.
• Perform CADD drafting and prepare contract specifications.
• Coordinate large/complex railway engineering projects.

Skills

CAD software

Surveying equipment

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Professional Engineer license (NY)

Engineering degree

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

DESCRIPTION

• Title: Assistant Civil Engineer & Level I-III Series - Overnight
• First Date of Posting: 08/03/2026
• Last Date of Filing: 08/17/2026
• Department: Subways
• Authority: TA
• Division/Unit: MOW Engineering
• Work Location: 130 Livingston Street
• Hours of Work: Mon-Fri, 10pm - 6am.
• Compensation/Authority - Union: TA
• Civil Engineer I: $90,551.00
• Civil Engineer II: $107,655.00
• Civil Engineer III: $120,427.00

SUMMARY

The Track Engineer will provide timely, accurate engineering support for Maintenance of Way (MOW), Capital Construction, and C&D projects involving tracks, switches, third rail systems, ADA station upgrades, and platform rehabilitation. The role includes performing engineering design, field surveys, construction support, shop drawing reviews, material evaluations, and maintaining standard track drawings and specifications. The position also assists in investigations of derailments and other track-related incidents to ensure system safety and reliability. Under direction, the engineer will plan, coordinate, and direct the design and construction of complex railway engineering projects. Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing engineering drawings, writing technical specifications, providing field inspections, delivering construction recommendations, verifying safety measures, and performing CADD drafting. The role may involve supervising subordinate staff. An engineering degree is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare designs for special trackwork, switches, and track components.
• Conduct field engineering surveys and provide construction assistance.
• Review shop drawings and perform first-article material evaluations.
• Maintain and update Standard Track Drawings and Specifications.
• Support derailment and incident investigations.
• Provide technical support to Procurement for inspection issues.
• Deliver field support including inspections, design sketches, and safety verification.
• Perform CADD drafting and prepare contract specifications.
• Coordinate large/complex railway engineering projects.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Civil Engineer I - III

A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License and four years of full-time experience in civil engineering. A master's degree in civil engineering from an accredited college will be accepted as equivalent to one year of the full-time experience in civil engineering.

Special Note

In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have 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.

License Requirements

A Motor Vehicle Driver's License valid in the State of New York may be required for certain assignments. If required, this license must be maintained for duration of appointment.

DESIRED SKILLS

• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., MicroStation) and MS Office.
• Ability to use surveying equipment (preferred).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Knowledge of concrete and steel structural inspection.
• Familiarity with construction design and multi-agency requirements.
• Ability to read and write technical drawings and correspondence.
• Engineering degree required.

SELECTION METHOD

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview, and written assessment. All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal.

OTHER INFORMATION

Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate. (If necessary) As an employee of MTA NYC Transit, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the state of New York, if your position earns more than $101,379 (this is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.