The Office of Solid Waste Management is seeking an Environmental Engineer. Under direction, the Environmental Engineer may perform highly difficult and technically complex engineering work.

The Environmental Engineer may also, under supervision:

- Supervise subordinate employees on projects associated with preparing complex portions of hands-on design and/or construction management projects for Solid Waste Management infrastructure in areas such as Department Compost facilities, Transfer Stations, and Marine Transfer Stations.
- Approve the design, inspection, construction, demolition, and/or alteration of premises, installations, or apparatus to ensure compliance with contracts, drawings, specifications, codes, resolutions, statutes, rules, and regulations.
- Prepare interpretative detail sketches or layouts of intricate or fundamental portions or aspects of design plans of such projects as proposed or adopted.
- Prepare contract specifications, and other technical specifications for capital equipment such as compost processing infrastructure, industrial waste compactors, and shuttle cart systems.
- Participate in engineering investigations of claims related to construction and contractor performance, supervise the inspection and/or testing in a laboratory, manufacturer's plant, or job site.
- Participate in engineering investigations of equipment and materials to be incorporated in public works, plants, or structures.
- Supervise the operation and maintenance of public works and the preparation of recommendations for alterations or repairs. The work includes liaison functions with the activities of other city and state agencies.

1. A valid New York State Professional Engineer License and four years of full-time experience in environmental engineering. A master's degree in environmental engineering from an accredited college will be accepted as equivalent to one year of the
full-time experience in environmental engineering.

SPECIAL NOTE:
In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II or 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.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Valid in the State of New York Motor Vehicle license and registration that is to be maintained for the duration of employment. - Interest and Knowledge of environmental and solid waste management facility design and construction. - Knowledge of Auto CAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Additional Information: Some of the physical activities performed by Environmental Engineers may include and are not limited to working in various environmental conditions, walking to and from inspection sites and during inspections, climbing and descending ladders or stairs to get to areas to be inspected. Standing for an extended time, opening circular manhole covers, bending, and stooping during inspection. Working in confined areas, distinguishing colors, wearing a hard hat and respirator for manhole inspections. Carrying clipboard and inspection forms, climbing around and over various objects, and walking in areas that may be damp, dark, dusty, smoky, or acrid. ONLY CANDIDATES WHO HAVE AN ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER TITLE OR SIMILAR CIVIL SERVICE TITLE WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW.

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

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.