Engineer Trainee/Assistant Engineer (Civil) NY HELPS

Transportation, Department of; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Transportation seeks Engineer Trainees and Assistant Engineers (Civil) to support engineering projects across divisions in Albany. You will prepare designs, inspect projects, and conduct technical analyses under licensed professional engineers.

This full-time role offers career advancement through the NY HELPS program and a clear path toward professional licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or FE exam eligibility
• 1 year of full-time engineering experience in design and construction
• Authorized to work in the United States full-time

Responsibilities

• Prepare designs for projects
• Inspect projects and monitor progress
• Conduct technical analysis
• Assist licensed professional engineers

Skills

Civil Engineering

FE exam eligibility

Project inspection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

The Department of Transportation seeks Engineer Trainees and Assistant Engineers (Civil) to support engineering projects across multiple divisions including structures, design, technical services, construction, and traffic safety. Positions are based in Albany and involve preparing designs, inspecting projects, conducting technical analysis, and assisting licensed professional engineers. This is a full-time role with opportunities for career advancement through the NY HELPS program.

Key qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline, or passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
• One year of full-time engineering experience in design and construction of infrastructure (parks, roads, bridges, water treatment facilities)
• Current authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis
• Professional credentials from an accredited educational institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education