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Metropolitan Transportation Authority · 1 day ago

Assistant Engineer - Structures

Jamaica, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$104K/yr - $152K/yr

2+ years exp

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is responsible for the largest, busiest, and oldest continuously operating commuter railroad in the United States. The Assistant Engineer - Structures will assist the Principal Engineer and Engineers in planning, managing, and directing the operations of the Structures Department, focusing on civil design, inspection, and maintenance of structures.

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

Responsibilities

Assisting with the management of limited resources to maintain and ensure LIRR infrastructure is in a state of good repair, ensuring the safety of employees and customers. Assist in developing work plans and coordinating projects with force account personnel to progress high profile projects such as, State of Good Repair Bridge (SGR) program and Structural Renewal Projects (Large scale maintenance projects requiring project type documentation). Monitor, update and report on completion of same

Assist with the management of the daily operations of structural maintenance and structural projects section including planning, scheduling of labor resources flow and equipment requirements/distribution

Enhance customer satisfaction by investigating customer and political inquiries or complaints, claims, legal inquiries either written or verbal and prepare appropriate responses in accordance with company policies and procedures for the Chief Engineer, Assistant Chief Engineer- MW & Principal Engineer - Structures. Allocate work responsibilities and correspondence to Structures Department areas including scheduling and monitoring completion of same. Serve as engineering coordinator for Principal Engineer – Structures

Assist in the planning and preparation of the Capital Program to ensure that major Structures Department projects such as bridge repair/construction, drainage, station rehabilitation, etc. are represented and adequately scheduled and funded. Assist in the development of resource loaded schedules for various structural project work, i.e., preventative maintenance and State of Good Repair programs

Plan, organize and perform special assignments for the Principal Engineer – Structures or his designee (Weather, Safety). Attend meetings for Principal Engineer and Engineers – Structures as directed

Develop and prepare various reports, presentations and schedules for the Principal Engineer- Structures to monitor and coordinate both reimbursable and maintenance groups

Assist in improving productivity and efficiency of structural forces. Develop relationships with union representatives. Ensure/provide contract applications and interpretations

Select, develop and motivate personnel within the department. Provide career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Responsible for discipline/termination of employees when necessary. Review direct reports and approve performance appraisals. Promote safe work practices and provide safe working conditions. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential

Promote safe work practices and provide safe working conditions. Ensure a safe working environment and adherence to guidelines of company safety policies and procedures. Lead by example. Perform other assignments as requested by Sr. Management

Qualification

Civil EngineeringCivil InspectionStructural MaintenanceProject ManagementAutoCADMS OfficeQuality ManagementTechnical Report PreparationAnalytical SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Must possess a bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field. An additional four years of demonstrated directly related equivalent experience and education may be considered in lieu of the degree

Must possess recent, related civil construction or civil inspection experience (2 years)

Must possess ALL required qualifications listed above for Level I

Must possess 4 years recent, related civil construction or civil inspection experience

Must possess ALL required qualifications listed above for Level I and Level II

Must possess 6 years recent, related civil construction or civil inspection experience

Must possess a familiarity with project management

Must possess knowledge of Engineering operations, and computer skills

Must possess strong communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with all levels of management, communicate ideas and motivate employees

Must possess strong organizational, planning, analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills demonstrating sound judgment

Must possess a professional demeanor and high degree of integrity

Must possess knowledge and practical experience in a minimum of two areas of the Structures disciplines: Structural Projects, Structural Maintenance, Civil Design or Civil Inspection

Must possess prior experience in the preparation of technical reports, such as the development and packaging of the Technical Requirements of Contract Documents

Must possess strong background in Civil Engineering with in-depth knowledge of engineering principles and practices

Must possess extensive knowledge of LIRR System and Operations

Must possess an understanding of Rail Road Engineering principles, LIRR operations and scheduling

Must possess understanding and experience using software packages (i.e., MS Office, VISIO, WEMS, AutoCAD, MAXIMO, AVLM, Dreamweaver, Adobe, etc.)

Must possess prior experience developing presentations and resenting to senior management

Must possess prior experience drafting responses and/or correspondence to inquiries, claims, complaints, etc

NY State Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification

Must possess experience managing/supervising in a union environment with knowledge of applicable union agreements

Must possess knowledge and practical experience in a minimum of three areas of the Structures disciplines: Structural Projects, Structural Maintenance, Civil Design or Civil Inspection

Must possess experience assisting with design reviews and project management

Must possess an understanding of Railroad Engineering Operations with an understanding of other Railroad disciplines

Must possess in depth knowledge of Quality Management

Must possess working knowledge of applicable labor agreements and Labor Relations knowledge of company and department policies and procedures

Preferred

Previous experience in a leadership capacity, familiarity with union agreements

Knowledge of Engineering and Maintenance of Way Department principles and practices

Engineering Department work experience

Knowledge of LIRR Systems and Operations

Knowledge of company policies and procedures

Experience managing/supervising in a union environment is highly desirable

Actively Pursuing NYS Professional Engineer's License

Experience working in a unionized environment

Quality Assurance/Quality Control experience

General knowledge of procurement and contract administration

Benefits

Commuting Assistance – based on operating MTA agency (complimentary transportation pass within the MTA’s jurisdiction and tax-advantaged accounts)

Low Premium – High Quality Health Insurance Plans (lifetime coverage for eligible retirees and their dependents)

Pension plans and retirement savings accounts for eligible employees

Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays provided.

Tuition Reimbursement for eligible employees

Employee Assistance Programs

MTA Exclusive Employee Discount Programs

Work Life Services team and Office of the Chaplains unit

Employee Resource Groups

Company

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people in the 5,000-square-mile area fanning out from New York City through Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut.

Founded in 1834

New York, NY, US

10001+ employees