Junior Engineer (Provisional) Dpw Eng
The Junior Engineer position involves performing technical engineering tasks related to the design, investigation, and construction of civil engineering projects such as pavements, sewers, and water mains. The role includes supervising engineering aides, conducting surveys, analyzing traffic and accident data, preparing technical reports, and ensuring construction compliance with specifications. This position requires application of basic engineering principles under supervision and contributes to the development and maintenance of city infrastructure.
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Position overview
Confidential Client is seeking a Junior Engineer (Provisional) to support municipal engineering projects in Queens, NY. This full-time, permanent position focuses on civil engineering tasks including drafting, surveying, inspection, and field supervision related to streets, sewers, water mains and related infrastructure.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is looking for a practical, entry-level engineer who can support project delivery across design, construction and field operations. Typical responsibilities include:
- Draft and occasionally design plans and profiles for pavements, curbs, sidewalks, sewers, drains and water mains.
- Check design computations and plans for routine errors and maintain records of work and changes in plans/specifications.
- Conduct and supervise surveys to locate property lines, map areas, and run location lines for roads and conduits.
- Use and supervise the use of engineering instruments for observations and data collection.
- Act as a resident engineer in the field to supervise construction and ensure work follows contract specifications.
- Direct field parties engaged in water leak detection, pipe location and flow measurement activities.
- Assist with traffic and accident analyses and recommend traffic controls, loading zones and other traffic measures.
- Prepare technical reports, cost estimates and distribute job costs when required.
- Drive city/agency vehicles to job locations as needed.
Who You Are / Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must meet one of the following pathways:
Promotional
- Continuous permanent status in any city department as a Senior Drafting Technician, Senior Engineering Aide, Engineering Inspector or Engineering Aide for one year, plus three years of full-time engineering experience.
Open competitive
- (A) Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology from an accredited institution; or
- (B) Associate’s degree in Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction/Architectural Technology or related discipline plus two years’ full-time engineering experience; or
- (C) Possession of an Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certificate (must be presented at appointment); or
- (D) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the appointing authority.
Additional requirements
- Possession of a valid New York State driver’s license at time of appointment and maintained during employment.
- Verifiable part‑time experience will be pro‑rated to meet full‑time experience requirements.
- Proof of education and certifications will be required at appointment.
- Applicants may be subject to screening requirements such as LENS (per federal/state regulations).
Skills & Competencies
- Strong drafting and surveying skills, including computations.
- Working knowledge of civil engineering principles and construction methods/materials.
- Ability to interpret construction plans, specifications and prepare clear technical reports.
- Skillful use of engineering instruments and basic field testing.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to supervise small teams.
- Physical condition adequate for field work and site visits.
Compensation & Type
- Salary range: $56,133 – $64,569 per year.
- Employment type: Full-time, permanent.
Location & Legal notes
- Work location: Queens, NY (local travel to project sites required).
- Residency or other local requirements: Applicants should review any local residency or municipal employment requirements that may apply to this role. Confidential Client and Careertakes comply with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws.
Why join (what we offer)
- Hands-on experience across civil design, inspection and construction supervision.
- Opportunity to develop toward licensed professional status (EIT/PE pathway).
- Work on visible public infrastructure projects that support communities.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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