Assistant Engineer

Primary Purpose : Under the supervision of the Senior Technical Advisor, the Assistant Engineer aids in the design process, with the administration of professional services contracts for consultants providing design services to client , and with formal reviews of consultant prepared design documents throughout all phases of building design
The Assistant Engineer also assists in performing periodic quality assurance construction site visits and provides technical support on an as needed basis throughout all phases of the project


Essential Functions : Assist in the management and project development during the pre-design and design phases of the project, including meeting with clients and consultants and providing assistance with the management of all aspects of consultant contracts including review and approval of consultant requests for payment, amendments, extensions of schedule and contract closeout


Perform periodic site visits to projects under construction and monitor the quality of design and construction work performed by architects, engineers, consultants, contractors and sub-contractors


Assist in monitoring construction activities including the review of construction change orders and performance of interim and final project inspections


Review moderately technical designs, plans, specifications, addenda, change orders, architectural/engineering reports and studies and commissioning reports


Review commissioning scopes of work


Provide technical assistance and recommendations to unit staff, other Construction Division staff and client representatives


Coordinate with Construction staff to resolve project and program issues


Perform investigations of specific problems including architectural/engineering analysis and recommendations


Consult with regulatory agencies regarding interpretations and applications


Meet with consultants to review and assist them in their submissions


Assist in the development, compilation and distribution of technical data


Other Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in the design, development, and/or testing of computerized systems/applications


Assist in the preparation of internal design work and modifications, signing and sealing documents as required


Assist with the development, documentation and implementation of procedures


Assist with the assessment/development and implementation of internal controls, and participate in the review and testing of same


Undertake special assignments as directed


Must adhere to the NYS Information Security Policy Standards established and issued by the Office of Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructure Coordination
(Standards can be found on the Intranet)


Supervision

N/A

Physical/Mental/Visual Demands

Frequent travel is required travel (three to six days per month on average), using public transportation, client vehicle, rental vehicle or personal vehicle
This travel may include overnight stays at public accommodations and related establishments
Requires exposure to weather and temperature extremes, loud noises, heights (climbing ladders, scaffolding, etc.) and other work safety hazards (chemicals, fumes, etc.) of a construction site
Must be able to work overtime or extended work hours as needed


Work Environment : Official station is a standard office environment, including the use of one or more of the following: PC, printer, copier, electronic stapler/hole punch/date stamp, telephone, fax machine, shredder, scanner
Requires the use of field equipment to conduct site visit observations and associated testing


Minimum Qualifications : Bachelor's degree in Engineering with a concentration in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Must possess a valid driver's license


Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering with a concentration in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering plus two years relevant experience with building and/or facilities construction
Successful completion of a client internship preferred
Must possess a valid driver's license
Knowledge of CAD, project management systems and Building Information Modeling (BIM) a plus


Essential Skills

Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment


Demonstrated analytical skills


Excellent oral and written communications skills


Proficiency in PC applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint


Benefits information:

client provides financing and construction services to public and private universities, not-for-profit healthcare facilities, and other institutions which serve the public good


We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes:

Choice of several health insurance plans

Dental & vision insurance

Membership in the NYS Retirement System

Deferred Compensation Investment Plan

13 vacation days per year

13 sick days per year

5 days of personal leave per year

12 paid holidays per year (plus one float day)

Tuition reimbursement

Training & development opportunities

We offer additional benefits, which includes:

Limited Work from Home (LWFH) - additional telecommute days according to client Telecommuting Program Guidelines
Eligibility applies after 6 months of employment


client is a government employer for purposes of the Public Services Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF Program)
The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance of certain student loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments
For more information regarding PSLF Program and whether you qualify please visit the Studentaid.gov website.

Indotronix is an Equal Opportunity Employer