Capital Design Engineer

In order to be considered for this position, the candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Assistant Civil Engineer or must have filed for the Open Competitive Assistant Civil Engineer Exam #7006. Filing open until 8/21/26.

About the role

The New York City Department of Transportation’s Cycling & Micromobility unit is advancing the next phase of the City’s Streets Plan, building on the progress made since 2021 in delivering protected bike lanes and safer, more connected corridors for cyclists and micromobility users. As NYC prepares for its second Streets Plan targeting one million daily cycling trips by 2030, the agency is investing in expanded network development, wider and more durable lane designs, and neighborhood-scale improvements that support the growing number of riders and delivery workers.

This role will directly support the Cycling & Micromobility Network Expansion Program by helping deliver world-class street designs and the infrastructure needed to meet the City’s ambitious mobility goals.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering work related to the planning, design, analysis, and implementation of projects within the Cycling & Micromobility Network Expansion Program.
• Develop and review engineering designs that enable safer, more connected corridors for cyclists and micromobility users.
• Prepare designs, plans, contract and working drawings, contract specifications, technical documentation, and estimates of quantities.
• Coordinate with design consultants on capital and interagency projects citywide.
• Review, comment on, and prepare AutoCAD designs while evaluating contract documents for the modification of new and existing signalized intersections across the city.
• Participate in meetings with design consultants and lead agencies.
• Maintain records of drawings, plans, maps, surveys, and inspection data.

Requirements

• 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.
• Some assignments may require a driver's license. Preference will be given to candidates who possess a driver's license valid in the state of New York with no restrictions. This license must be maintained throughout the duration of the appointment in this position.

Preferred Skills

• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications.

Benefits

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website.

This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program agreed to between the City and DC37.

Pay

$66,330.00 – $99,528.00

Additional Information

• This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
• New hires must reside in NYC for the first two years of employment.
• Appointments are subject to OMB approval.

Work Location: 34-02 Queens Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11101