Principal Equipment Engineering Project Manager

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time–and we're looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible. Summary The Principal Equipment Engineering Project Manager is responsible for leading and managing complex engineering projects related to equipment design, development, installation, and maintenance. Oversee a team of engineers, set project goals and timelines, coordinate resources, and ensure project deliverables are met. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Research and Development, to ensure seamless integration of equipment into production processes. Additionally, may provide technical expertise, troubleshoot issues, and implement process improvements to optimize equipment performance and efficiency. Roles & Responsibilities Manages the day-to-day project schedule for the design and build and/or design and overhaul of Rail vehicle equipment. Assigns and supervises the activities of a consultant engineering firm throughout all phases of the vehicle procurement, from Request for Proposal (RFP) through build and warranty. Develops, prepares and implements force account budgets to an accuracy, adequate for the completion of a vehicle program. Monitors the project to ensure timely cost-effective activity and initiates corrective action as required. Ensures that effective mechanisms for planning and resource allocation for the project are implemented. Participates in the development of technical specifications for the procurement of revenue and non-revenue Rail equipment. Education, Experience & Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related area. Knowledge & Skills Six (6) years of progressive responsible experience in maintenance, repair, and/or design of Rail vehicle equipment. Benefits At NJ TRANSIT, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package: Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Flexible Spending Account Life Insurance Paid Leave Tuition Assistance Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan Retirement Plans 401(a) – Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution 401(k) – Retirement saving plan with up to a 3% company match 457(b) – Deferred Savings Plan NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr NJ TRANSIT