Engineer Trainee

JOB TITLE:   

Engineer Trainee – Summer 2024   

AGENCY:   

Construction & Development   

DEPT/DIV:   

Delivery/Various   

REPORTS TO:   

Various Managers   

WORK LOCATION:   

Various Sites   

HOURS OF WORK:   

8:30 AM to 5:00 PM or as required (7.5HR/DAY)   

COMPENSATION:   

$77,729   

DEADLINE:   

Open Until Filled   

Summary   

MTA Construction & Development (C&D) plans, designs, rehabilitates, improves, and expands the MTA's extensive network of subway, bus, commuter rail, bridge, and tunnel infrastructure.   

We maximize the value of our capital investments by emphasizing top-tier project-management practices and collaboration with our client operating agencies: New York City Transit, MTA Bus, Long Island Railroad, Metro-North Railroad, and Bridges & Tunnels.   

The C&D Delivery Department ensures the efficient, safe, on-scope, on-time, and on-budget execution of capital construction projects, emphasizing excellence in project management from project development and design through construction and handover to the operating agencies. Delivery manages project teams and contractors (typically in a Design-Build contracting structure), tracks project performance, and provides related support services.   

C&D Delivery is recruiting engineering college graduates who have obtained their degree within the past twelve (12) months or graduating by June 30, 2024.    

Selected candidates should be prepared for a July start date.   

Position   

Engineering graduates interested in capital projects that rehabilitate, improve, and expand the MTA's extensive network of subway, bus, commuter rail, bridge, and tunnel infrastructure.   

We offer opportunities for trainees to develop management and technical skills through on-the-job training involving several challenging assignments and projects.   

This multi-year program requires successful trainees who earn a satisfactory performance evaluation and pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam to graduate from Engineer Trainee to Assistant Engineer 1 in 18 Months.   

Successful Trainees who progress to an Assistant Engineer 1 position will remain in this title at the agency's discretion until they receive their Professional Engineering license from the New York State Department of Education and obtain an Engineer 1 position.   

The Engineer Trainee Program may change based on the New York State Department of Education requirements.   

Responsibilities   

The Engineering Trainee shall work under the direction of a Manager or Engineer.   

Perform elementary engineering work in scope development, design, request for contract development proposals, or capital construction oversight and/or inspection. Trainees may perform related support functions for capital projects, such as project controls, environmental engineering, or various engineering/technical functions.   

Trainees will also receive training in engineering, construction, project management, and/or capital project support work of moderate difficulty and responsibility.   

Participate in site visits and fieldwork at various facilities and infrastructure of the MTA operating agencies, including active construction sites.   

Manage and contribute to a variety of challenging projects.   

Depending upon assignment, various shifts/days may encompass full participation in all aspects of the organization.   

Apply academic learning to engineering principles, critical thinking, and analysis.   

Perform other duties as required.   

Education and Experience   

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.    

Relevant disciplines include Civil/Structural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Communications Engineering, Computer Control Systems, or comparable Engineering.   

Basic understanding of engineering principles.   

Strong presentation, written, and verbal communication skills.   

Possess quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.   

Demonstrated organizational skills with attention to detail.   

Ability to interact with multiple stakeholders.    

Must have the ability to work both independently and within a team effectively.   

Must be willing to adhere to the agency's policies, rules, and regulations.   

Proficient in MS Office Suite and/or other comparable PC applications.   

Other Information   

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”).   

Selection Criteria   

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.   

How to Apply   

MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the “Careers” link. Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.    

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.