BOB-Project Engineer

New York City, NY • New York City, NY

113d

About The Position

Serves as a Civil Engineer level 3 in the Engineering Review Section of the Division of Bridges. Reviews technically complex city-let bridge and retaining wall projects including design calculations and design drawings at various phases of design and construction to ensure compliance with City, State and Federal standards. Reviews and performs seismic analysis and seismic calculations for bridges and retaining walls. Performs complex analysis of bridge load rating calculations in accordance with load rating policies, procedures and Federal and State load rating directives. Performs structural analysis for city owned bridges to ensure their safety against heavy weight trucks and cranes. Performs field inspections of bridges and retaining walls to assess conditions. Reviews construction projects for Bridges and retaining walls, including RFI (Request for information) by contractors, conduct field visits to construction sites and attend construction meetings with Resident Engineer, contractors, and consultants. Supervises subordinates in technical and administrative matters. Performs other related duties.

Requirements

• Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work.
• 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 employment.
• A master's degree in civil engineering may be substituted for one year of civil engineering experience.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
• Knowledge of AASHTOLRFD Bridge Design Specifications.
• Knowledge of AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation.
• Knowledge of NYSDOT Bridge Manual.
• Knowledge of NYSDOT Bridge Inspection Manual.
• Knowledge of computer software.

Responsibilities

• Review technically complex city-let bridge and retaining wall projects including design calculations and design drawings.
• Ensure compliance with City, State and Federal standards.
• Perform seismic analysis and seismic calculations for bridges and retaining walls.
• Conduct complex analysis of bridge load rating calculations.
• Perform structural analysis for city owned bridges.
• Conduct field inspections of bridges and retaining walls.
• Review construction projects for bridges and retaining walls.
• Conduct field visits to construction sites.
• Attend construction meetings with Resident Engineer, contractors, and consultants.
• Supervise subordinates in technical and administrative matters.

Benefits

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.
• Open to qualified persons with a disability under the 55-a Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees