Engineer Trainee/Assistant Engineer (Civil/Transportation) NY HELPS - Region 7
Transportation, Department of · Jefferson · New York
- Role
- Software engineer
- Posted
- Jul 7, 2026
- Closes
- Sep 30, 2026
- Salary
- $66,951 to $101,121 annually (Engineer Trainee starting at $66,951; Assistant Engineer starting at $81,193)
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Summary
Engineer Trainee/Assistant Engineer positions with the New York Department of Transportation in Region 7 (Watertown, Jefferson County). Incumbents work under licensed Professional Engineers on construction, design, traffic, maintenance, or planning projects involving highways, bridges, and traffic systems. Positions offer a 24-month traineeship path to advancement and include field and office work with occasional overnight stays and weekend requirements.
Key qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related discipline, or passing NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
- One year of full-time engineering experience with transportation projects (highways, bridges, railroads, airports, or traffic systems)
- Valid New York State driver's license or demonstrated ability to meet travel requirements
- Proficiency with CADD, highway design software, GPS systems, and Microsoft Office
- Professional certification or progress toward PE licensure preferred
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