City Of New York

BOB-Project Engineer

City Of New York$95K — $115K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 4 years of full-time experience in civil engineering work.
  • Valid New York State Professional Engineer's License required.
  • Master's degree in civil engineering may substitute for 1 year of experience.
  • Experience as a project leader on complex projects is preferred.
  • Proficiency in Civil 3D software for highway and street design.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as Geometric Design Engineer in the CADD/Highway Engineering section.
  • Perform complex work related to geometric design for bridge projects.
  • Prepare geometric standards for bridges and approaches following regulatory standards.
  • Design drainage systems and pavement according to NYCDOT/NYSDOT/FHWA standards.
  • Advise and train subordinate personnel in engineering duties.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on iconic and complex projects in NYC.
  • Engagement in full life cycle management of bridges and tunnels.
  • Part-time flexible working hours at 35 hours per week.
  • Collaborative environment within the Department of Transportation.
  • Contributing to public safety and mobility for city users.
Full Job Description
Civil Service Title- Civil Engineer 3 **NOTE: DEC 2, 2026 BEGINS THE ANTICIPATED FILING PERIOD FOR CIVIL ENGINEER PROMO EXAM NO. 7515 AND CIVIL ENGINEER OC EXAM NO. 7020. THOSE NOT SERVING PERMANENTLY ARE ENCOURAGED TO FILE - PROOF OF FILING WILL BE REQUIRED** The New York City Department of Transportation, Division of Bridges is responsible for managing the full life cycle of over 800 bridges and tunnels and over 600 retaining walls, ensuring safety of the public and ensuring mobility for all users. Team members may work on major project designs, oversee construction, oversee maintenance activities, perform engineering reviews and quality assurance tasks on some of the most iconic and complex projects in the City. Serves as Geometric Design Engineer of the In-House Design CADD/Highway Engineering section in the Bureau of Engineering Review & Support. Performs difficult and technically complex work in the field of Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) related to geometric design. Assists Engineer-In-Charge on projects of technical complexity which have a significant impact on NYCDOT engineering operations and city infrastructure. Performs complex work in the fields of street and highway engineering related to bridge design projects. Prepares geometric standards for bridges and approaches in accordance with NYSDOT and FHWA standards. Prepares design of drainage systems and pavement in accordance with NYCDOT/NYSDOT/FHWA standards. Advises and trains subordinate personnel in engineering responsibilities. Performs other related duties. Preferred Skills Candidates must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, a strong background in geometric design, and proficiency in Civil 3D software for highway and street design. Recent experience in CAD drafting, highway-related design, and the preparation of contract bid documents for bridge rehabilitation projects is required. Working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel. NYS drivers license. Work Location 55 Water St. New York, NY 10041 Hours 35 All resumes are to be submitted electronically. All applicants please go to https://cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 784403. No phone calls, faxes or personal inquiries permitted. Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Appointments are subject to OMB approval. For more information about DOT, visit us at: www.nyc.gov/dot. CIVIL ENGINEER - 20215 Qualifications (1) Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; and (2) A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License. Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of your employment. A masters degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) may be substituted for one year of the civil engineering experience required in "1" above. 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.

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