Engineer Trainee/Assistant Engineer (Civil/Transportation) R9 NYHELPS
Transportation, Department of · Broome · New York
- Role
- Software engineer
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Closes
- Feb 16, 2027
- Salary
- $69,964 to $105,354 Annually (Engineer Trainee starting at $69,964; Assistant Engineer starting at $84,532)
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Summary
Engineer Trainee/Assistant Engineer positions with the New York Department of Transportation in Binghamton. Incumbents perform civil and transportation engineering duties including preparing 3D CADD plans for highway and bridge projects, conducting inspections and structural evaluations, assisting with construction oversight, and ensuring contractor compliance with specifications. Positions offer a 24-month traineeship pathway with potential early advancement upon passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam.
Key qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in civil engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering discipline
- Proof of passing NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination
- One year of full-time engineering experience with transportation projects (highways, bridges, railroads, airports, waterways, or traffic management)
- Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
- Ability to occasionally travel and support department operations in multiple locations as needed
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