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Metropolitan Transportation Authority · 2 days ago

Assistant Engineer Level 1

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$96K/yr - $96K/yr

1+ years exp

Metropolitan Transportation Authority is seeking an Assistant Engineer Level 1 to assist in designing, developing, implementing, and analyzing technical systems and facilities. This role involves performing routine engineering design tasks and supporting senior engineers in various engineering projects.

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

Responsibilities

The Assistant Engineer Level 1 shall work under the direction of a Manager or Engineer

Perform elementary engineering work in scope development, design, request for contract development proposals, or capital construction oversight and/or inspection

Assistant Engineer Level 1 may perform related support functions for capital projects, such as project controls, environmental engineering, or various engineering/technical functions

Assistant Engineer Level 1 will also receive training in engineering, construction, project management, and/or capital project support work of moderate difficulty and responsibility

Participate in site visits and fieldwork at various facilities and infrastructure of the MTA operating agencies, including active construction sites

Manage and contribute to a variety of challenging projects

Depending upon assignment, various shifts/days may encompass full participation in all aspects of the organization

Apply academic learning to engineering principles, critical thinking, and analysis

Perform other duties as required

Qualification

Bachelor of Science in EngineeringNCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examEngineering software knowledgeMicrosoft OfficeAnalytical abilityPro-active attitudeWillingness to learnWritten communication skillsVerbal communication skillsTeam-oriented

Required

Bachelor of Science degree in the appropriate Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Structural, Communications, Track, Signals, Environmental, Fire Protection) from an EAC/ABET accredited institution

Must have a minimum of eighteen (18) months as an Engineer Trainee

Successful completion of the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam

Must be capable of working on multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills

A general understanding of current design, engineering software, and Microsoft Office is required

Preferred

Working knowledge of Federal, State, and local jurisdiction permitting regulations is a plus

Analytical ability, pro-active attitude, willingness to learn, and an ability to think 'outside the box' when required

Company

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people in the 5,000-square-mile area fanning out from New York City through Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut.

Founded in 1834

New York, NY, US

10001+ employees