Principal Engineering Technician (NY HELPS)-Region 7
Transportation, Department of · Jefferson · New York
- Role
- Software engineer
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Closes
- Dec 31, 2026
- Salary
- $62,694 to $79,795 Annually
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Summary
Principal Engineering Technician position with the New York Department of Transportation, Region 7, located in Watertown. The role supports engineering projects in design, construction, or operations, involving technical work such as contract plan review, field surveys, construction monitoring, and materials inspection. Travel throughout the region (up to 25%) is required, and candidates may supervise lower-level technicians and participate in emergency response coordination.
Key qualifications
- Four years of experience in engineering, architecture, drafting, surveying, or related fields with high school diploma; OR
- Associate's degree in relevant field plus two years of related experience; OR
- Bachelor's degree in mathematics, physical science, geology, engineering, or related discipline
- Valid New York State driver's license or ability to meet travel requirements
- Ability to perform complex technical activities and use CADD programs
- Willingness to travel overnight and work flexible schedules for field assignments
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