Assistant Engineer (Electrical) (NY HELPS) - VID 222011
General Services, Office of · Albany · New York
- Role
- Software engineer
- Posted
- Aug 18, 2026
- Closes
- Nov 30, 2026
- Salary
- $74,193 to $94,121 Annually (plus $7,000 geographic pay differential)
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Summary
The Assistant Engineer (Electrical) role involves performing engineering duties related to electrical systems projects, advising on electrical systems design and management of rehabilitation of existing equipment, and assisting higher-level professional engineers. The position is based at Empire State Plaza in Albany and includes approximately 20% travel with a 37.5-hour workweek.
Key qualifications
- Proof of passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Examination
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field (or one year of full-time qualifying engineering experience in electrical systems)
- Valid Driver's License issued by NYS Department of Motor Vehicle or demonstrated capacity to meet transportation needs
- One year of full-time engineering experience in electrical systems (alternative path)
- Current New York State employee with one year or more of permanent service in Grade 18 or above position (alternative path)
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