Assistant Engineer (Environmental) / Engineer Trainee - NY HELPS (3 positions)
Environmental Conservation, Department of · Erie · New York
- Role
- Software engineer
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Closes
- Oct 21, 2026
- Salary
- $69,964 to $105,354 Annually (starting salary at Assistant Engineer, SG-20 level is $84,532)
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Summary
The Assistant Engineer (Environmental) / Engineer Trainee position with the Department of Environmental Conservation oversees remedial program activities for Superfund sites, brownfields, and other contaminated sites in the Buffalo area. Responsibilities include reviewing environmental documents, providing field oversight, negotiating scopes of work, and communicating with the public and regulated parties. The role requires direct collaboration with senior engineers and geologists to interpret environmental data and develop remediation strategies.
Key qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology (or FE exam pass plus one year engineering experience)
- Pass the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Examination
- Valid driver's license and ability to use state vehicles
- Completion of 40-hour OSHA 1910.120 training and annual HAZWOPER certification
- Ability to work in remote areas, adverse weather, difficult terrain, and respond to emergencies
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