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Asst Deputy Director - NHL

Job ID: 11855

Business Unit: Metro-North Railroad

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Deputy Chief Engineer Power

Date Posted: May 28, 2025

Description

POSTING NO.

118 55

JOB TITLE:

Assistant Deputy Director New Haven Catenary

DEPT/DIV:

Maintenance of Way – Power

WORK LOCATION:

Springdale

FULL/PART-TIME

FULL

SALARY RANGE:

$ 107,570.00 – $ 146,451.00

DEADLINE:

Until filled

Metro-North Railroad reserves the right to remove this posting before the Application Deadline.

Opening:

MTA Metro-North Railroad is a dynamic organization, operating out of the jewel of New York City, Grand Central Terminal. We provide service to over 86.5 million customers, traveling in and out of New York and Connecticut. A subsidiary of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Metro-North Railroad is one of the busiest commuter railroads in the nation. MTA Metro-North Railroad strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities to its employees.

Position Objective:

This position is responsible for managing the operation of the New Haven Catenary Department in accordance with Metro-North Railroad Power Department standards. In addition, the position ensures system reliability and compliance with safety to continue providing a safe environment for our employees and customers, consistent with corporate goals.

Responsibilities:

+ Provide operational response, leadership, and manage the 24/7 operation of New Haven Catenary Department, to ensure the safety of our employees and provide safe reliable service to our customers. This includes direct supervision of Senior Engineers, who are responsible for the operation, maintenance and capital construction support of the electric traction power infrastructure, High Tension Line Systems, Catenary systems, and Signal Power Systems. Coordinate with the Power Departments compliance area.

+ Report directly to the Assistant Chief of Power Operation to ensure compliance with Power Department policies and procedures for Roadway worker safety, Electrical safety and the corporate compliance.

+ Provide mentoring and guidance to the Senior Engineers with the focus on succession planning and preserving institutional knowledge.

+ Attend staff meeting with senior Power Department staff. Represent the power department at meeting with senior staff, Utilities, The Capital Department, The AEM department, and other operating departments at Metro North. Interface with design office to update and maintain system prints and plate books.

+ Work with Human Resources to fill vacancies in the New Haven Catenary Department. Coordinate with Training Department to ensure that employees are completing their training on schedule. Responsible, along with the Senior Engineers for evaluation and training of current employees and trainees.

+ Provide mentoring to the new Associate Engineers on the aspects of the New Haven Catenary Department.

+ Select, develop, and motivate staff and provide career development for team members. Provide effective coaching and counseling. Manage team and individual performance. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables staff to develop and contribute to their full potential.

Required Qualifications:

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

+ Familiarity with Traction Power Systems, Constant Tension Catenary Systems, Traction and Signal Power Distribution Systems, and Distribution Systems.

+ Knowledge of the SCADA systems and Lockout/ Tagout (LOTO) procedures as they pertain to the de-energizing high voltage lines and equipment.

+ Working knowledge of OHSA regulations, Roadway Worker Safety Procedures, Power Department Safety procedures, and IEEE and NEC standards.

+ Working knowledge of Utility practices and procedures.

+ Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with internal/external customers, with all levels of non-agreement and agreement staff and to coordinate multiple departments for task completion.

+ Project management skills to develop project scope, progress, schedules, and budget.

+ Strong verbal presentation and written communication skills.

+ Strong analytical skills with the ability to resolve complex technical issues.

+ Strong motivation and self-starter.

+ Must be able to work in a high-profile/high-pressure environment.

+ Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and/or comparable software applications

+ Must be available 24 hours/7 days a week as required.

+ Must have a valid drivers’ license.

+ Must be able to implement and participate in Metro-North Railroad’s Safety Program.

Required Education and Experience:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field. Demonstrated equivalent experience, education and/or technical credentials to include four (4) additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

+ Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in the electric traction power field, electrified commuter railroad transportation environment or utility. Related experience will be considered.

+ Minimum of five (5) years of experience working with Utilities and on capital projects.

+ Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a 24 /7 operating department managing a diverse union workforce and/or projects.

The following is/are preferred, but other satisfactory combinations of relevant experience, education, and/or technical credentials will be considered:

+ Knowledge of the collective bargaining process.

+ Knowledge of Metro-North's policies and procedures, accounting, budget and payroll processes.

+ Knowledge of Metro-North Railroad's Safety Program.

+ Knowledge of the Metro North’s Power Department Procedures.

Other Information

This position is safety-sensitive and subject to toxicological testing.

According to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MNR drivers, or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.