Assistant Electrical Engineer

City of New York•New York, NY

5d•$66,330 - $99,528•Hybrid

About The Position

The Division of Traffic Signals and Street Lighting is seeking a motivated candidate to perform responsible work in Electrical Engineering. The candidate will engage in research, investigations, studies, or examinations related to the engineering functions or activities of a department or agency. Prepare designs and plans using AutoCAD, evaluate contract documents and specifications, working drawings, and other technical specifications and estimates of quantities. Conduct field visits and complete lighting survey projects and any lighting improvement requests to ensure city standards, IESNA, and national electrical codes are met. The successful candidate will coordinate with design consultants and review submitted plans for the development/modification of new and/or existing signalized intersections and street lighting work. Coordinate electrical service, relocation, and other requests for utilities. Advise and make recommendations to other city and state agencies regarding traffic signal and street lighting projects. Review and approve shop drawings and catalogue cuts for construction. Maintain records of drawings, plans, maps, surveys, and inspections.

Requirements

Serving permanently in the title of Assistant Electrical Engineer, or reachable on the open-competitive civil service list for Assistant Electrical Engineer, Exam #7007.
A baccalaureate degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in electrical engineering work.
OR A baccalaureate degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college and a master’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university.
A master’s degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university can substitute for one year of full-time satisfactory work experience in electrical engineering.
A degree in any other engineering area, or in any engineering technology area, is not acceptable.

Nice To Haves

Possess a driver's license valid in the state of New York with no restrictions.
New hires must reside in NYC for the first two years of employment.

Responsibilities

Perform research, investigations, studies, or examinations related to engineering functions.
Prepare designs and plans using AutoCAD.
Evaluate contract documents and specifications, working drawings, and other technical specifications and estimates of quantities.
Conduct field visits and complete lighting survey projects and lighting improvement requests.
Coordinate with design consultants and review submitted plans for signalized intersections and street lighting.
Coordinate electrical service, relocation, and other utility requests.
Advise and make recommendations to city and state agencies on traffic signal and street lighting projects.
Review and approve shop drawings and catalogue cuts for construction.
Maintain records of drawings, plans, maps, surveys, and inspections.