Engineer Trainee/Assistant Engineer

3 days ago


Rochester, United States Transportation, Department of Full time $65,001 - $91,381
Minimum Qualifications

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:

  • Engineer Trainee: Either 1. a bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or engineering technology; Or 2. proof of passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) AND one year of full-time engineering experience.
  • Assistant Engineer: Either 1. proof of passing the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (FE) AND a qualifying bachelor's degree; Or 2. proof of passing the FE AND one year of full-time qualifying engineering experience related to transportation projects.

Qualifying degrees include Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, and related fields. Qualifying experience involves transportation projects like highways, bridges, and traffic management.

Duties Description

As an Assistant Engineer, you will be part of the Regional Permits Team responsible for tasks related to permits, including:

  • Review/Issuance of Fiber Permit plans
  • Review of Work Zone Traffic Control plans for permit projects
  • Review/Issuance of Utility Permit Plans
  • Review/Issuance of Commercial Driveway Permits
  • Review of Traffic Impact Studies
  • Review/Issuance of Special Use Permits
  • Field Inspection of Highway Work Permits to ensure compliance

Specific job duties may vary based on the selected candidate's skillset and experience. Responsibilities may include serving within the Incident Command System to support emergency situations.

Additional Comments

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, meaning all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications. At a future date, employees hired under NY HELPS may have their status converted to competitive without needing to compete in an examination. Educational credentials must be from recognized institutions.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, applicants cannot be asked for current or prior compensation until a conditional offer of employment is made. The New York State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Selected candidates must provide proof of citizenship and/or legal right to work in the U.S. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check.



  • Rochester, United States Rochester Promotions Firm Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are a premier marketing and sales firm with a culture of success and being the best at what we do. With these high expectations comes a need for strong leadership and management, so we’re actively searching for an Assistant Management Trainee to assist our marketing and sales team. Our in-house executive team leads a strong...

  • Nursing Assistant

    7 months ago


    Rochester, United States Monroe County, NY Full time

    Description of Duties This is a trainee position at Monroe Community Hospital. Trainees participate in a short-term training program where they learn the skills necessary to transition to a Certified Nursing Assistant. Trainees begin their training in a classroom setting and progress into clinical practice. Upon completion of the training program, and state...


  • Rochester, Minnesota, United States North Shore Healthcare Support Center Full time

    Job Title:Certified Nursing Assistant TraineeEstimated Salary:$45,000 - $60,000 per yearJob Description:We are seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Trainee to join our team at North Shore Healthcare Support Center.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in one of our highly rated facilities and assist with day-to-day activities in...

  • Engineer

    4 weeks ago


    Rochester, United States MKS Instruments Full time

    MKS Instruments is a global provider of instruments, subsystems and process control solutions that measure, monitor, deliver, analyze, power and control critical parameters of advanced manufacturing processes to improve process performance and productivity for our customers. Additional information can be found at www.mksinst.com. Are you naturally curious?...

  • Automation Engineer

    2 weeks ago


    Rochester, Michigan, United States Zobility Full time

    Job Description:Zobility is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Project Engineer to lead our industrial automation projects. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for directing and coordinating engineering activities, ensuring timely project execution, and maintaining the highest level of quality and reliability.The ideal candidate will have a...

  • Custodian Engineer

    4 weeks ago


    Rochester, United States Rochester City School District Full time

    Custodian Engineer JobID: 3676 Position Type: Custodial/ Custodial Date Posted: 11/14/2024 Location: School # 34 - Ida B. Wells-Barnett Elementary Date Available: 11/15/2024 Closing Date: 11/27/2024 Position Information Bargaining UnitBENTE Job LocationSchoo 34 Job TitleCustodian Engineer (12 months) Hours40 Bracket14 Salary Range$21.31 -...


  • Rochester, United States Quidel Corporation Full time

    The Opportunity QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers...


  • Rochester, United States QuidelOrtho Full time

    The Opportunity QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with...

  • Design Engineer

    1 day ago


    Rochester, United States Aegis Worldwide Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDesign Engineer (1st Shift)Are you a Mechanical Engineer with a passion for designing innovative solutions and products? We're looking for a talented engineer with 5 plus years of experience and proficiency in Autodesk Inventor to join our team!Why You’ll Love This Role:- Full-time, direct hire with benefits and 401k...

  • Design Engineer

    10 hours ago


    Rochester, United States Aegis Worldwide Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDesign Engineer (1st Shift)Are you a Mechanical Engineer with a passion for designing innovative solutions and products? We're looking for a talented engineer with 5 plus years of experience and proficiency in Autodesk Inventor to join our team!Why You’ll Love This Role:- Full-time, direct hire with benefits and 401k...


  • Rochester, United States ME Engineering Full time

    M/E Engineering is interviewing for an Electrical Design Engineer in our Rochester, NY office. We are a full-service MEP engineering firm providing design and technology services to our clients. Our team of nearly 200 engineers and design professionals work to create built environments that support a sustainable future for the communities we live in, work...

  • FPGA Engineer

    7 hours ago


    Rochester, New York, United States L3 Technologies Full time

    Job Title:FPGA EngineerLocation:Rochester, NYJob Overview:L3 Technologies is seeking an experienced FPGA Engineer to join our team. As an FPGA Engineer at L3Harris, you will be responsible for developing and verifying embedded FPGA firmware for software-defined radio applications.About the Role:This position requires a broad experience in embedded system...


  • Rochester, New York, United States L3Harris Full time

    Job Title: Electrical Engineer InternJob Summary:As an Electrical Engineer Intern, you will assist in the design, analysis, and testing of electrical systems and components. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in electrical engineering principles and experience with hardware design and development.Assist in the design and development of...

  • Drainage Engineer

    3 months ago


    Rochester, United States GPI Full time

    Description GPIis seeking a Drainage Engineer for our Rochester, NY, offices. This position's key components include coordination with the various discipline areas, including scope, budget, and time schedules from initial start-up through project closeout, and accountability for handling specific design aspects on projects appropriate to the discipline...


  • Rochester, United States Brightpath Associates LLC Full time

    Job Title :Senior Electrical EngineerJob Location :Rochester, New YorkAs a Senior Electrical Engineer in our Facilities Engineering and Design service business, you will be working on electrical only designs and many times with a team of mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and fire protection engineers to develop design documents for a large variety of...


  • Rochester, United States Brightpath Associates LLC Full time

    Job Title :Senior Electrical EngineerJob Location :Rochester, New YorkAs a Senior Electrical Engineer in our Facilities Engineering and Design service business, you will be working on electrical only designs and many times with a team of mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and fire protection engineers to develop design documents for a large variety of...

  • Project Engineer

    1 month ago


    Rochester, United States iWorld Professionals Full time

    iWorld Professionals is seeking a Project Engineer for our client in Rochester, NY! The Project Engineer will contribute to designing, analyzing, and constructing key infrastructure projects. If you're excited to join a dynamic and growing team in the engineering field, where your work will shape critical infrastructure and make a lasting impact, this...

  • Project Engineer

    1 month ago


    rochester, United States iWorld Professionals Full time

    iWorld Professionals is seeking a Project Engineer for our client in Rochester, NY! The Project Engineer will contribute to designing, analyzing, and constructing key infrastructure projects. If you're excited to join a dynamic and growing team in the engineering field, where your work will shape critical infrastructure and make a lasting impact, this...

  • Project Engineer

    1 month ago


    Rochester, United States iWorld Professionals Full time

    iWorld Professionals is seeking a Project Engineer for our client in Rochester, NY! The Project Engineer will contribute to designing, analyzing, and constructing key infrastructure projects. If you're excited to join a dynamic and growing team in the engineering field, where your work will shape critical infrastructure and make a lasting impact, this...


  • Rochester, United States Midwest Staffing Full time

    Summary:We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer with expertise in HVAC and plumbing systems design to join our team. This role involves collaborating on innovative design solutions for diverse project types, including healthcare, corporate, government, and educational facilities. The position requires strong problem-solving abilities, code...