Temporary Civil Engineer Jobs in New York (NOW HIRING)

Job ID: 17203
Business Unit: New York City Transit
Location: Brooklyn, NY, United States
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Department: NYC Transit Authority
Date Posted: Sep 3, 2026
Description
JOB INFORMATION:
Title:
Asst. Civil Engineer / Civil Engineer Series
Authority:
TA
Department:
Subways
Division/Unit:
MOW Engineering / Infrastructure Engineering
Location:
130 Livingston Street, 8th Floor
Hours:
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Reporting Manager (if Applicable):
Senior Director, Infrastructure Engineering
Deadline (if Applicable):
9/23/26
CompensationAuthority - Union
TA - DC37
Assistant Civil Engineer
$ 76,279
Civil Engineer I
$ 90,551 (PE Licenses required)
Civil Engineer I I
$ 107,655 (PE Licenses required)
Civil Engineer III
$120,427 (PE Licenses required)
POSITON SUMMARY:
The Civil Engineer will support in-house and capital-funded projects by conducting condition surveys, prioritizing repairs, reviewing design packages, and performing construction inspections. The role also includes responding to RFIs and submittals to ensure compliance with NYCT standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for, as part of the Civil-Structural (C/S) group, providing engineering and design needs of facilities and structures within New York City Transit. Duties will include: comprehensive, up-close inspection of various NYCT Structure Types including Viaducts, Elevated Track, Subway Tunnels, Under river Tubes, retaining walls, stations, manholes, facilities, yards and emergency exits to provide technical guidance in repairing, maintaining or building civil-structural works with Infrastructure In-house forces, the Division of stations, and other divisions of MOW such as Track, Hydraulics, Heating and Ventilation, and outside contractors.; performing cost estimates, preparing scopes of work and project profiles for inclusion in repair work with in-house forces, vendor contracts and/ or capital programs in the Infrastructure Engineering subdivision.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Assistant Civil Engineer:

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in civil engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in civil engineering technology and three years of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
3. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a master's degree from an accredited college in civil engineering.

Civil Engineer I, II, and III:

1. A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License
2. F our years of full-time experience in civil engineering.
3. A master's degree in civil engineering from an accredited college will be accepted as equivalent to one year of full-time experience in civil engineering.

Special Note:
In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project .
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: A Motor Vehicle Driver's License valid in the State of New York may be required for certain assignments. If required, this license must be maintained for duration of appointment.
DESIRED SKILLS:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a team.
• Proficiency in MS Office, internet and mobile applications, MicroStation, and nonconformity - tracking databases.
• Knowledge of structural inspection practices for concrete and steel.
• Ability to read and produce technical drawings, reports, and engineering correspondence.
• Thorough understanding of construction design requirements and applicable codes across multiple city agencies.

SELECTION METHOD
Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview, and written assessment.
All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal.
OTHER INFORMATION
Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate. (If necessary)
As an employee of MTA NYC Transit, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the state of New York, if your position earns more than $101,379 (this is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.
For 55-a eligible titles: Candidates selected for this position may be placed in a competitive or non-competitive class position based on their qualifications. Qualified candidates who are placed in a competitive class position are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the following link https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page
TA APPLICANTS MUST BE IN A PERMANENT CIVIL SERVICE STATUS IN THE TITLE(S). IF YOU ARE ON AN ESTABLISHED LIST, YOUR LIST NUMBER MUST BE REACHABLE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR APPOINTMENT. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation's largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Final salary is determined experience, skillset, and alignment with compensation practices. The posted range reflects expected compensation and may be updated as market or business needs evolve.
To be eligible for consideration for a new role, current MTA employees must complete at least one year of service in their current role prior to applying. Additionally, eligibility to interview is contingent upon maintaining a satisfactory record of job performance, attendance, and disciplinary conduct. Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").
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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.