Engineer Trainee/Assistant Engineer (Civil) NY HELPS
Transportation, Department of · Albany · New York
- Role
- Software engineer
- Posted
- Nov 12, 2026
- Closes
- Dec 14, 2026
- Salary
- $69,964 to $105,354 Annually (Engineer Trainee starts at $69,964; Assistant Engineer starts at $84,532)
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Summary
The Department of Transportation seeks Engineer Trainees and Assistant Engineers (Civil) to support engineering projects across multiple divisions including structures, design, technical services, construction, and traffic safety. Positions are based in Albany and involve preparing designs, inspecting projects, conducting technical analysis, and assisting licensed professional engineers. This is a full-time role with opportunities for career advancement through the NY HELPS program.
Key qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline, or passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
- One year of full-time engineering experience in design and construction of infrastructure (parks, roads, bridges, water treatment facilities)
- Current authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis
- Professional credentials from an accredited educational institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
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