Civil Engineer - I

Serves as Structural Engineer in the In-House Design Structural Engineering Section 1 in the Bureau of Engineering Review and Support in the Division of Bridges. Performs difficult and technically complex work in the fields of structural and seismic engineering related to bridges. Assists the Engineer-In-Charge on projects of technical complexity which have a significant impact on NYCDOT engineering operations and city infrastructure. Prepares bid documents for letting of bridge projects. Uses industry standard software to analyze all applicable loads and load groups as per current NYSDOT and AASHTO specifications. Performs other related duties.

Preferred Skills-
Preferable that Candidates possess recent hands-on experience in structural design and preparation of contract bid documents for bridge rehabilitation projects. Knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and NYSDOT Bridge Manual, and experience in computer software such as STAAD PRO, LARSA, and CSi Bridge is also preferred. Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.

(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.

Preferable that Candidates possess recent hands-on experience in structural design and preparation of contract bid documents for bridge rehabilitation projects. Knowledge of AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications and NYSDOT Bridge Manual, and experience in computer software such as STAAD PRO, LARSA, and CSi Bridge is also preferred. Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.

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.

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 at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

New York City Residency is not required for this position

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