Principal Engineering Technician (NY HELPS) - (Region 8)
Transportation, Department of · Dutchess · New York
- Role
- Software engineer
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
- Closes
- Nov 11, 2026
- Salary
- $62,694 to $79,795 annually
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Summary
A Principal Engineering Technician position with the NYS Department of Transportation, Region 8 (Poughkeepsie) supporting various engineering projects and programs. The role involves preparing reports and cost estimates, creating plans using CADD software, reviewing contract specifications, assisting on survey crews, and supervising lower-level technicians in design, construction inspection, surveying, and testing. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position under the NY HELPS non-competitive appointment program.
Key qualifications
- Four years of experience in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, or surveying with high school diploma, OR
- Associate's degree in related field plus two years of relevant experience, OR
- Bachelor's degree in mathematics, physical science, geology, engineering, or related field
- Current authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis
- Proficiency with CADD software and various computer applications
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