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Design Engineer Intern
Posted on Oct. 3, 2025
- Queens, United States of America
- 59747.0 - 72352.0 USD (yearly)
- Full Time
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- DEPT OF ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
- Full-Time
- Exam May Be Required
Job Description
The Bureau of Engineering Design & Construction (BEDC) currently has a portfolio of capital projects valued at $23.8B, and another $10.5B projected over the next 10-year commitment plan. The projects BEDC implements allows DEP as a whole to continue to operate and maintain an exemplary water supply system.
BEDC’s In-House Design (IHD) Directorate consists of two units. The core IHD unit consists of seven engineering sections corresponding to the respective engineering functions they perform. This includes the Architectural, Site Civil, Structural, Process Mechanical/HVAC, Water Tunnel Mechanical Systems, BIM/CADD, and Electrical sections. Each engineering section prepares design and construction documents including engineering plans and specifications for the construction of water supply, sewer, and wastewater treatment infrastructure, which are of the highest priority for the Agency. The second unit, Engineering Services, includes the Quality Assurance, Laboratory Services, Specifications/Standard Operating Procedures and Sustainability sections. This unit focuses on the format of contract documents, standard operating procedures and quality reviews and inspections. Both IHD units support DEP operating bureaus’ capital construction requirements in a manner consistent with BEDC’s core values of safety, schedule, quality, and customer service.
The Electrical section prepares engineering documents for construction of the most complex electrical power distribution, instrumentation, process controls, communications, lighting, fire safety and security systems undertaken by In-House Design.
BEDC seeks to hire two Electrical Engineering Interns for IHD’s Electrical Section, located in our Lefrak Office in Queens, NY. Under direct supervision of the lead design engineer, the Electrical Engineering Interns will assist in implementing capital projects at various DEP facilities through the design and construction phase by preparing engineering documents including drawings and specifications. Specific responsibilities include performing engineering work to prepare engineering documents for design and construction of electrical power distribution, communication, instrumentation & controls, lighting, fire safety and security systems undertaken by IHD for water supply facilities, water tunnels, wastewater treatment plants, administrative buildings and, other DEP infrastructure. Power systems distribution include, but not limited to, low, medium and high voltage systems, electrical substations, switchgear, motor control centers and, emergency power generation systems. Instrumentation and Control systems include, but not limited to water & wastewater process, pump and motor controls, instrumentation, monitoring systems, distributed Control Units, Automation, HMI and SCADA systems. The Electrical Engineering Interns will be required to travel to job sites to perform site investigations and attend site meetings during design and construction phases of projects, as needed.
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Knowledge in the planning, layout and details of contract drawings, specifications, shop drawing review, field inspections and investigations.
- Knowledge in the fundamentals of engineering design and preparation of contract drawings.
- Intermediate Computer software skills in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access & PowerPoint).
- knowledge in the application of code requirements, standards for design and construction, and preparation of technical reports, related design software applications.
- Excellent communication skills and writing skills.
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience in AutoCAD, Revit, Power Analysis and Lighting design software for completing engineering calculations.
- A Motor Vehicle Driver’s License valid in the state of New York will be required for some assignments.
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING INTERN - 20302
Minimum Qualifications
1- A baccalaureate degree in electrical or electronic engineering from an accredited college; or
2- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in electrical or electronic engineering technology and two years of full-time satisfactory experience in electrical engineering work.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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- Experience Level:Entry-Level
- Category:Engineering, Architecture, & Planning
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