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Senior Engineer – Track Construction, Inspection and Testing

Job ID: 11972

Business Unit: Metro-North Railroad

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Deputy Chief Engr Structures

Date Posted: Jun 9, 2025

Description

POSTING NO.

11972

JOB TITLE:

Senior Engineer – Track Construction, Inspection and Testing

DEPT/DIV:

Maintenance of Way ( MofW )

WORK LOCATION:

Various

FULL/PART-TIME

FULL

SALARY RANGE:

$ 98,465 – $ 134,055

DEADLINE:

Until Filled

This position is eligible for teleworking which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

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 the managing of track projects for In-House and On-Call Engineering projects including inspection services, field measurement & testing, surveys, and construction support with Metro North Railroad (MNR) and Connecticut Department of Transportation (CDOT) to ensure the appropriate inspection, maintenance and repair work is performed on the MNR’s track infrastructure for safe train operations. The Senior Engineer position will also serve as a representative that manages and coordinates Contractor Inspection Services, In-House Projects and provide technical support to Capital and Development (C&D) projects in NY and CT involving Track and Structures to ensure Maintenance of Way’s ( MofW’s ) needs are addressed. Assist in the analysis of inspection and testing data to prioritize short- and long term maintenance work programs. The programs shall maintain the track infrastructure in a state of good repair throughout MNR territory.

Responsibilities:

+ Oversee Construction, Inspection and Testing Services for In-House and On-Call Engineering Projects related to Track and Structures including track geometry and engineering inspection of track infrastructure.

+ Analyze track inspection and testing data and assist the maintenance forces to locate the defects and track the repair of defects.

+ Organize and maintain track inspection and testing data to identify trends for forecasting future needs.

+ Review all design plans, specifications, work procedures and schedules for projects prepared by third party consultants working on NY and CT projects to ensure compliance with MNR design standards and requirements.

+ Represent MNR at job meetings, trainings, and field support to provide guidance and clarify design requirements and code compliance.

+ Assist other groups (e.g., Track dept, external consultants, Power, Communication and Signals (C&S), Transportation, Stations, etc. with track design and evaluation needed for In-House Projects such as track component design and track inspection.

Required Qualifications:

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

+ Demonstrated knowledge of civil engineering geometry, site design, survey, and layout.

+ Strong oral presentation and written communication skills.

+ Strong decision-making, organizational and analytical skills.

+ Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with others at various levels throughout the organization.

+ Ability to work independently to determine work needs, schedule, project tasks and deliverables with limited supervision.

+ Strong project management and coordination skills which includes quality control and quality assurance measures.

+ Ability to stay current on track infrastructure issues as related to railroad activities.

+ Proficient in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation and Civil Software Design and analysis packages.

+ Knowledge MS Office Suite and/or comparable PC applications.

+ Available and on call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week as required.

+ Valid Driver’s license.

The Following is/are preferred:

+ Knowledge of Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations and American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association (AREMA) standards.

+ NY and/or CT Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to gain reciprocity.

+ Knowledge railroad operations.

+ Construction management experience.

Required Education and Experience:

+ BS or BE in Civil Engineering or related field from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited school.

+ Fundamentals of Engineering Certificate (EIT).

+ Minimum five (5) years of experience in civil engineering design and site layout.

+ Minimum three (3) years of project management experience with adherence to deadlines.

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.