ASSISTANT DESIGN ENGINEER 1

About the role

The Bureau of Engineering Design & Construction (BEDC) within the NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) seeks an Assistant Civil Engineer for IHD’s Structural Section. This position is located at the agency’s headquarters in Queens, NY.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering documents for water tunnels, wastewater treatment systems, and other large, complex facilities.
• Conduct field visits and design services during construction (DSDC).
• Review shop drawings, material approvals, and requests for information.
• Prepare change orders and conduct research.
• Prepare proposals and reports.
• Witness shop testing and commissioning of structural systems.
• Develop project schedules.
• Communicate and coordinate with other engineers and stakeholders.
• Document issues/resolutions in issues logs.
• May review and/or oversee staff review of designs prepared by outsourced engineering firms.

Requirements

• One (1) year of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work with emphasis on structural work.
• A degree in structural engineering from an accredited college. Master’s degree in structural engineering preferred.
• Knowledge of structural engineering and the design of reinforced concrete and steel structures.
• Proficient use of AutoCAD and Revit.
• Experience designing using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) programs such as STAAD Pro, RAM Elements, or SAFE.
• Experience in the planning, layout, and details of contract drawings; specifications; shop drawing review; and field inspections and investigations.
• Experience in shaft and tunnel structural design and/or building/facility design.
• Experience in the application of code requirements and preparation of technical reports and submitting formal design calculations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in use of Microsoft Office Applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Possession of a valid NYS Driver’s License may be required for this job assignment.

Preferred Skills

• Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.

Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in civil engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a Master's degree from an accredited college in civil engineering.

Skills

• AutoCAD and Revit proficiency.
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience.
• Project management and coordination skills.
• Technical writing and report preparation.
• Communication and presentation skills.
• Microsoft Office applications proficiency.

Benefits

Not specified.

Schedule

Not specified.

Pay

Not specified.