Principal Engineering Technician (NY HELPS)-Region 7
Transportation, Department of · Jefferson · New York
- Role
- Software engineer
- Posted
- Jul 7, 2026
- Closes
- Sep 30, 2026
- Salary
- $59,994 to $76,359 Annually
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Summary
The Principal Engineering Technician serves the New York Department of Transportation in Region 7 (Watertown) supporting engineering projects in design, construction, or operations. Duties include technical support for engineers, CADD work, field surveying, bridge/culvert inspection, construction monitoring, and materials testing. The role requires travel throughout the region and valid New York State driver's license or reliable transportation.
Key qualifications
- Four years of experience in engineering, architecture, drafting, or surveying with high school diploma, OR
- Associate's degree in relevant field plus two years of engineering-related experience, OR
- Bachelor's degree in mathematics, physical science, engineering, architecture, or related field
- Valid New York State driver's license or ability to meet travel requirements
- Ability to supervise lower-level technicians and perform technical field work
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