Review Vacancy
AgencyTransportation, Department of
TitleEngineer Trainee/Assistant Engineer (Civil/Transportation) - Region 10 - NY HELPS
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $65001 to $91381 Annually
Duties Description Construction:
An Engineer Trainee (ET) (Civil/Transportation) in the Construction group can be assigned to work in the Regional Construction Office, in field assignments on construction projects and in the Regional Technical Services group.
• When assigned to work in the Regional Construction Office, typical duties may include but are not limited to:
• Reviewing contractor submissions and shop drawings;
• Reviewing design estimates, plans and specifications;
• Reviewing and processing consultant estimates;
• Reviewing and processing subcontractor approvals;
• Performing or assisting MURK reviews;
• Reviewing contract change orders.
When assigned to work in a field assignment on a construction project, typical duties may include but are not limited to:
• Functioning as an Engineer-In-Charge (Assistant Engineer or AE), inspector or office engineer;
• Ensure work performed by contractors meets contract specifications, engineering standards and is performed safely;
• Review consultant and contractor estimates, plans and submissions;
• Complete daily work reports, prepare change orders, final documents and record plans.
When assigned to work in the Regional Technical Services group, typical duties may include but are not limited to:
• Functioning as the Laboratory Supervisor (AE), Laboratory IAST Coordinator (AE) or Plant Quality Assurance Technician.
• Testing or inspecting various materials incorporated into our construction projects.
Overnight stay, night work, weekend work or extended shifts may be required for all field assignments.
In addition, based on operational needs, ET’s may be assigned to various program areas throughout their employment duration to support capital program delivery or other critical department initiatives. Successful candidates will be expected to attend and successfully complete any required training.
At the time of appointment, and continuously thereafter, candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to meet the travel requirements of the position by maintaining a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State and/or having access to reliable transportation.
Design:
Duties may include but are not limited to:
• Prepare Plans, Specifications & Estimate (PS&E) for highway related projects in accordance with NYSDOT procedures
• Assist and coordinate in the production of all related studies, reports, and drawings for highway projects
• Plans include typical sections, profiles, work zone traffic control plans, general plans, utility and drainage plans, traffic control plans, pavement marking plans, erosion and sediment control plans, guide sign layouts, etc.
• Perform engineering calculations for highway design projects including alignments, inlet capacity, drainage, sign posts, cuts & fill volumes, etc.
• Prepare preliminary cost estimates, construction quantities, price analysis, and final cost estimates
• Collect field data and perform field inspection
• Handle inquiries and requests regarding projects or safety issues and concerns from other internal departments and state agencies, and also the public
• Liaison activities with third party entities occupying the state right of way and impacted by highway projects
• Assist with structures inspections and related tasks
Planning & Program Management:
The duties of the Engineer Trainee/Assistant Engineer (Civil/Transportation) position in Planning & Program Management include the following:
• Assist the Rail Crossing Safety Coordinator with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)/Long Island Railroad Safety Inspections (LIRR).
• Conduct rail crossing inventory in the field and update the FRA database as necessary.
• Pavement Management duties.
• Process traffic counts.
• Serve on one or more Regional Asset Management Committees.
• Assist with the Capital Program Update as per Main Office guidelines/instructions.
• Prepare miscellaneous reports for the Region and Main Office
• Program Data Quality Assurance.
• Review Highway Work Permit requests.
• Develop Initial Project Proposal/Final Design Reports (IPP/FDRs).
• Review and maintain Local Highway Inventory (LHI).
• Assist in engineering work both in the office and in the field.
• Participate in the Regional Incident Command System (ICS) to support the department’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations.
Traffic Safety & Mobility:
Under the direction of a Professional Engineer 1/Senior Transportation Analyst, the candidate will work in a section of the Regional Traffic Engineering and Safety Group.
Duties of this position may include but are not limited to the following:
• Conduct traffic operations and safety studies in response to inquiries from the public, elected officials, or as requested by the Regional Traffic Engineer. These studies are conducted to address safety, operational and capital program needs within different geographic areas in Long Island.
• Collect traffic data and review data collected by consultants.
• Conduct reviews of permit applications, project plans, traffic engineering and safety studies.
• Develop recommendations for traffic operations and/or safety improvements.
• Prepare draft letters for the Regional Traffic Engineer’s, Regional Director’s, or Commissioner’s signature.
• Prepare technical correspondence for written and oral presentations.
• Review construction projects from a traffic perspective (signs, markings, etc) and develop a punch list if required for resolution before contract acceptance.
• Perform studies as requested by your supervisor.
Preferred candidates should possess good written and oral communication skills as well as proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Office and other.
Transportation Maintenance – Bridge Maintenance:
Duties will be discussed in detail at the interview. In general, the incumbent will perform a variety of duties as an Assistant Regional Bridge Maintenance Engineer under the direction and supervision of a licensed, professional engineer. Duties will include, but will not be limited to the following: Bridge Maintenance Work Program development; supervise Bridge Maintenance field crews; oversee performance evaluation program for field personnel; plan and coordinate execution of Bridge Maintenance Work Program; provide engineering and technical assistance to field crews and supervise bridge flag resolution, respond to bridge and other transportation system emergencies, coordinate Accident Damage Recovery cases, coordinate facilities repair and maintenance program.
Responsibilities for all positions may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the department's response to regional and statewide emergency situations.
Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).*
To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:
Engineer Trainee:
Either 1. a bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or engineering technology as listed below;
Or 2. proof of passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) AND one year of full-time engineering experience as listed below.
As an Engineer Trainee, you will serve a 24-month traineeship that leads to Assistant Engineer, Grade 20. To advance to Assistant Engineer, you must have obtained proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) and successfully completed the requirements of the traineeship to the satisfaction of the appointing authority. At the discretion of the appointing authority, early advancement to the Assistant Engineer is possible if you have obtained your FE and have successfully completed twelve months of the traineeship. It is your responsibility to notify the appointing authority’s personnel office upon obtaining proof of passing the FE. You may receive an increase in salary upon obtaining your FE. Information about this increase will be provided by the appointing authority.
Assistant Engineer:
Either 1. proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) AND a qualifying bachelor's degree or higher as listed below;
Or 2. proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) AND one year of full-time qualifying engineering experience as listed below.
Qualifying degrees: Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Management, Construction Engineering Management Technology, Geological Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Hydraulics Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Structural Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Transportation Planning and Engineering, or Engineering Science with a recognized concentration in any of the above listed engineering degrees.
Qualifying experience: One year of full-time engineering experience with transportation projects related to highways/roadways, railroads, bridges, airports, waterways, building structures, or traffic management and safety systems.
Candidates may also be qualified for permanent appointment if reachable from the appropriate Civil Service eligible list or eligible for reassignment or transfer in accordance with Civil Service Law.
Additional Comments *For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.
At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in an NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
Your required educational credentials must have been awarded by an educational institution accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the United States (U.S.) Department of Education/Secretary of Education. If awarded by an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of companies that provide these services (fees must be paid to the company you choose) can be found at: http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Administrative Services Office
Email Address dot.sm.r10.administrative.services@dot.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Department of Transportation - Region 10
250 Veterans Memorial Highway
Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and a copy of your transcript or diploma with the Notice Number R10-24-105 in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than December 31, 2024 to:
NYS Department of Transportation – Region 10
250 Veterans Memorial Highway Hauppauge, NY 11788
Fax: (631) 952-6169
Email: dot.sm.r10.administrative.services@dot.ny.gov
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov.
The New York State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minority group members, disabled persons and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided for the disabled.
In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide an original document to prove their citizenship and/or legal right to work in the United States.