Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyThruway Authority

TitleProfessional Engineer 2 (Civil/Structural)

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade27

Bargaining UnitNone listed

Salary RangeFrom $106640 to $146054 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 25%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 7 AM

To 3 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Albany

Street Address Interchange 23 Route 9W

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12209

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Division Bridge Engineer (DBE) is imperative to administering Albany Division’s Thruway Bridge Maintenance Program by maintaining the program workflow, ensuring the program runs smoothly, safely and efficiently. The Incumbent is required to be a Duty Officer for Albany Division, work in the Division Operation Center during activation periods and will report to the Albany Division Maintenance Engineer. Position is expected to be available for consultation 24/7.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Assume the roles and responsibilities of the Division Maintenance Engineer in their absence

May be required to attend meetings on behalf of the Division Director or Division Maintenance Engineer

Assign and maintain staffing levels

Develop and administer the annual Division Bridge Budget

Develop work schedules ensuring completion of work is timely and concise

Manage and direct special bridge projects

Serve as a liaison engineer between the Thruway and various agencies

Responsible for coordinating schedules with Albany Division’s Highway Maintenance

Review and recommend changes and/or improvements to plan specifications

Design small to moderate bridge repairs

Drafting designs for field staff

Perform field visits in support of the bridge maintenance program

Review inspection reports and field conditions for bridges, bridge culverts, overhead sign structures, retaining walls and Thruway owned communication towers

Conduct and report on engineering investigations relating to structural problems, designs, and repairs

Perform quality assurance for inspections of bridge culverts, overhead sign structures and retaining walls completed by the Division’s Bridge Safety and Inspection Engineer

Respond to structural and safety flags generated from the bridge inspection program, directing maintenance and/or contractors in the temporary and/or permanent repairs necessary for flag removal

For flagged bridges where corrective work is completed by maintenance forces, responsible for providing the following: PE stamped repair detail, design calculations for the repair detail and PE certification for the work noting that the repairs were done in accordance with the detail

Where corrective work is beyond the capability of maintenance forces, conditions are discussed with Headquarters Bridge Management and Design for corrective action

Independently assess the need to close or limit the use of bridge structures

Work with Asset Management to select structures to be placed on the Capital Program for rehabilitation or replacement

Recommend major reconstruction projects

Work closely with the main office structures team of engineers to address best repair practices to structural design

Review all project plans and inspect all completed projects, ensuring that every structural or safety deficiency is satisfactorily resolved

Review ADP, PS&E and Final Plans (replacement, rehabilitative or general maintenance) by the Department of Engineering Services

Respond to emergencies resulting from accident damage or from loss of adequate structural support due to deterioration to assure public safety

Minimum Qualifications 1. TRANSFER QUALIFICATIONS FOR CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES: Current New York State employee with one year or more of qualifying permanent service allocated to a Grade 27 or above and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1, 70.4, and/or Section 52.6 of the NYS Civil Service Law

2. PROVISIONAL PENDING EXAMINATION AND/OR NCP QUALIFICATIONS: Current New York State Thruway Authority employee with one year or more of qualifying permanent service as Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Structure), Professional Engineer 1 (Civil), Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Construction), Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Geotechnical) or Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Transportation)
In addition, you must possess a New York State Professional Engineer license with current registration.

Additional Comments This is a CSEA position. The NYS Thruway Authority offers an extensive benefits package, including but not limited to paid time off, sick leave incentive, membership to the NYS Retirement System, and 90% tuition assistance.

We offer FREE onsite employee parking.

ADDITIONAL PAY INFORMATION:
The salary range for this position includes all applicable annual components of pay which are:
Base Pay: $99,640 – $139,054
Recruitment & Retention Pay: $7,000





ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT:
All potential candidates for this position must be legally eligible to work in the United States at the time of appointment and throughout your employment with the New York State Thruway Authority. If appointed, you will be required to produce documents that verify your identity and authorization to work in the United States, as required by the Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, and the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Please be advised, the New York State Thruway Authority does not use eVerify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).

The New York State Thruway Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals including women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

New York State Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination based on age, race, creed, color,?national origin, sexual orientation, military status, familial status, citizen or immigration status, sex, disability, marital status, gender identity or expression, prior arrests, prior conviction records, predisposing genetic characteristics or domestic violence victim status. The Thruway Authority is committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on the referenced characteristics and other federal and state protected characteristics.

The New York State Thruway Authority provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Bureau of Accessibility, Equity, Diversity and Employee Engagement at accommodations@thruway.ny.gov or call (518) 471-4321.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Tricia

Telephone 518-436-2725

Fax 518-471-5076

Email Address CanvassReply6@thruway.ny.gov

Address

Street 200 Southern Blvd

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12209

 

Notes on ApplyingIf interested in this vacancy, please submit a resume and any other documents for proof of eligibility to the contact information in this announcement. You must include the Vacancy ID and Title of the position you are applying for in your email.