Job Description
Position Summary:
Our New York City office is seeking a motivated Assistant Transportation Engineer to join our team working on diverse public and private infrastructure projects for NYC and State agencies.
Responsibilities:
The Assistant Transportation Engineer will :
- Geometric design of intersections, sidewalks, and ADA-compliant elements
- DEP system design and private utility coordination
- Utility conflict identification, resolution, and relocation support
- Design of flood protection infrastructure
- Grading, drainage, pavement markings, and signage
- Signals and street lighting system design
- Maintenance and Protection of Traffic (MPT) / construction staging
- Preparation of construction documents, cost estimates, and specifications
- Coordination with NYCDCC, NYCDOT, NYCDEP, MTA, NYC Parks, Private Utility companies, and other agencies/stakeholders
- Participation in public outreach, community board meetings, and client/agency presentations
- Field work includes data collection, surveys, and construction observation
- Construction support, including RFI responses, submittal reviews, and change order evaluations
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college
- Proficiency in AutoCAD (Civil 3D experience a plus)
- Detail-oriented with excellent communication and technical writing skills
- 0-4 years' experience
Certifications/Licenses:
- EIT Certification Preferred
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Compensation & Benefits
The pay range for this position in New York City is $75,000–$85,000 per year, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications. In addition, we offer restricted stock units, a full benefits package (medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k), PTO), and strong professional development opportunities.
Apply via the NV5 careers site.
NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Benefits:NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.
- Competitive Salary
- Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company paid Life & AD&D
- Company paid Disability
- 401K Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
Company Overview:
NV5 delivers technology-enabled engineering, consulting, and geospatial solutions that help clients plan, design, and optimize infrastructure, buildings, utilities, and environmental systems. We bring together technical expertise, data, and innovative thinking to create resilient, high-performance assets. As part of TiC Solutions, alongside Acuren, we share a purpose: to shape and strengthen the physical world.
Our work starts with our people. We invest in their growth and never compromise on safety. We work as one team across disciplines and geographies, bringing diverse perspectives and a shared purpose to complex challenges.
At NV5, we take pride in high-quality work that creates lasting value for our clients. We challenge the status quo, continuously improve, and turn insight into smarter designs, plans, and solutions. Join us to contribute your expertise and collaborate with our teams to help shape the infrastructure and systems the world relies on.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | New York, New York |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Engineering Services |
| Salary | $75,000–$85,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 1,500 to 1,999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1947 |
| Website | http://www.nv5.com/ |
About Company
NV5 (NASDAQ: NVEE) is a provider of professional and technical engineering and consulting solutions to public and private sector clients in the infrastructure, energy, construction, program management and environmental markets. NV5 is an ENR Top 500 firm; we offer a full range of professional services in offices throughout the U.S.
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