Health Research
Public Health
AssistantEngineer
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“Assistant Engineer at Health Research. Skills: Water supply, Public health, Engineering support. Support water supply program activities. Respond to emergencies”
Industry & Context.
Grant funded position, Travel up to 25%, Reside in NY, NJ, CT, MA, or VT, Work in New York City
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Passing FE Examination
Nice to Have
Familiarity with drinking water regulations, Experience reading engineering plans, Experience prioritizing work, Experience communicating effectively
What You'll Do.
Support water supply program activities
Respond to emergencies
Contribute to plan reviews
Conduct water supply inspections
Review operational data
Evaluate water sample tests
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with operators; Work with stakeholders
Communication Scope
Public speaking
Process & Methodology
Handle multiple projects
Full Job Description
Applications to be submitted by June 16, 2026 _**Compensation Grade:**_ P20 _**Compensation Details:**_ Minimum: $77,308.00 - Maximum: $77,308.00 Annually _Positions with a designated work location in New York City, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties will receive a $4,000 annual downstate adjustment (pro-rated for part-time positions)._ **_Department_** (OPH) Office of Public Health _**Job Description:**_ **Responsibilities** The Assistant Engineer I will be responsible for supporting the implementation of all water supply related program activities in the New York State Department of Health Oneonta District Office. The incumbent will work directly with the operators of regulated public water supplies throughout Otsego, Delaware and Greene Counties and will respond to public water supply emergencies, waterborne outbreaks, and will contribute to plan reviews for water supplies, wastewater disposal systems, bathing beaches, swimming pools, campgrounds and realty subdivisions. The incumbent will conduct water supply inspections on a routine basis, and will review and evaluate monthly water system operational data and water sample test results; including chemical, biological and physical parameters. Travel to sites throughout the District will be required approximately 20% of the time. Other appropriate related duties, as assigned. **Minimum Qualifications** Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Environmental Engineering, Hydraulics Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or Engineering Science AND proof of passing the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Examination. **Preferred Qualifications** * Professional and/or academic familiarity with drinking water regulations. * Experience reading and understanding engineering plans, specifications, and engineering reports related to drinking water. * Experience prioritizing work and effective
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