Civil-Site Assistant Engineer CM

GAI Consultants Inc.; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 49,593 - 64,747; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous learning opportunities

Mentoring

Job summary

GAI Consultants Inc. is seeking an Assistant Engineer in Poughkeepsie to assist with the design development of commercial, institutional, and residential projects. Key responsibilities involve site and utility design as well as drainage management. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in civil engineering, 2-4 years of experience, and skills in AutoCAD. The role offers a pay range from $36 to $47 per hour based on experience and includes opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of experience in a similar role.
• Ability to control layer states within AutoCAD.
• Ability to work efficiently, both independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Site design and layout of vehicular and pedestrian circulation.
• Roadway design, including street and sidewalk plans.
• Utility design plans and profiles.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to multi-task and work under pressure

Basic skills and knowledge of AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Basic knowledge of construction methods

Basic knowledge of federal, state, and local permitting

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET accredited institution

Fundamentals of Engineering (F.E.) certificate or ability to obtain one

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

About This Position

Assistant Engineer will assist with design development of commercial, institutional, and residential projects. Design experience should include layout, grading, water, wastewater, stormwater, and other infrastructure facilities. Occasional field visits for investigations and construction phase support services are required.

Essential Job Functions

• Site design and layout of vehicular and pedestrian circulation, parking, and loading.
• Roadway design, including street and sidewalk plans and profiles.
• Utility design, including plans and profiles of water and sanitary sewer services.
• Drainage and stormwater management design in accordance with NYSDEC requirements.
• Grading and erosion control plans.
• Ability to control layer states within an AutoCAD set of design plans.
• Construction administration and observation services.
• Assist with developing application packages to be submitted to municipal boards for review that comply with local zoning, subdivision and land use regulations, local and generally accepted design and engineering standards, consistency with a municipality's Comprehensive Plan or other relevant planning reports, SEQR procedural requirements, and state and federal environmental laws.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (F.E.) certificate in New York State, or ability to obtain one.
• 2 to 4 years of experience in a similar role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work efficiently, both independently and in a team environment.
• Basic skills and knowledge of AutoCAD/Civil 3D (Land Development Design).
• Basic knowledge of construction methods of general excavation, pavement, and utility installation.
• Basic knowledge of federal, state, and local permitting and the processes involved.

Pay Range

Poughkeepsie – $36/hour – $47/hour

Westchester – White Plains – $38.50/hour – $49/hour

Pay is based on applicant’s ability/experience and will be rated accordingly.

EXTRAs

At Creighton Manning, continuous learning and mentoring are part of our DNA. There are opportunities to advance your career, either on the technical track toward Project Manager or into various corporate leadership positions. Team members receive 360 reviews with input from peers and managers to provide a broad picture of their contributions.

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