The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high-quality drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP's water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system's 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City.

The Bureau of Wastewater Treatment (BWT) is responsible for the operation and maintenance of all facilities related to the treatment of sewage within the five boroughs of the City. This includes 14 wastewater treatment plants, sludge dewatering facilities, collections facilities (pumping stations, combined sewer overflow retention facilities, regulators, tide gates, etc.), wastewater laboratories and harbor vessels.

Under direction of the Section Chief and/or Area Engineer, with very great latitude for the exercise of independent judgment or action, the selected candidate will serve as an Engineer Level III with the following responsibilities:

1. Perform complex work as an engineering specialist in structural engineering;
2. Serve as a consultant on extremely complex and highly specialized engineering matters;
3. Conduct or direct all aspects of research on engineering projects;
4. Oversee the preparation or review of proposals or reports of a complex nature and recommend appropriate action;
5. Coordinates multiple projects with major impact on engineering operations and/or City infrastructure;
6. Present and defend proposals on major engineering projects to high level agency and/or City officials;
7. Sign and seal engineering and other official documents and, when necessary;

In addition, capital projects shall be prepared and executed in accordance with BWT standards and applicable construction codes, be tracked, and up-to-date information is to be made available to management using the BWT’s Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) tracking program.

(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.

A. A valid New York State driver’s license. B. Familiarity with wastewater treatment plant and pumping station equipment and processes. C. Strong background in structural engineering principles and their application with specific areas of expertise in the design and reconstruction of concrete structures, expansion joints, facilities, docks, bulkheads, etc. D. Knowledge building codes. E. Proficiency in the following computer programs: AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, Excel and Word. F. Strong technical writing and communication skills.

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 York City Residency is not required for this position.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.