SENIOR ENGINEER (ELECTRICAL TRANSIT VEHICLE ENGINEERING)

Salary: $104,249.60 - $156,374.40 Annually Location: Los Angeles, CA Job Type: Regular Employee Cabinet: OPERATIONS Opening Date: 06/11/2026 Closing Date: 7/11/2026 5:00 PM Pacific FLSA Exempt Bargaining Unit: Non-Contract Overview Metro’s mission is to provide a world‑class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County. This position performs complex engineering work and oversees engineers through the review of project submittals with the goal of achieving compliance with Metro standards, directives, and project objectives. Responsibilities Plan, organize, assign, implement, and manage engineering projects in accordance with budget and schedule requirements. Interact with user departments in response to service requests; research and gather all necessary details to determine engineering functional requirements to meet project user needs. Provide engineering design services and design support during construction; support the project bid and award phase, construction management, closeout, activation, and startup activities for bus and rail transit projects. Support the development of work plans, safety guidelines, maintenance requirements, and operational needs for design projects. Review contract documents, shop drawings, specifications, RFIs, and DDRs for compliance with codes, project specifications, and Metro criteria. Review designs for quality, constructability, and cost effectiveness; recommend design changes. Assure project compliance with design criteria and standards, work plans, safety guidelines, maintenance requirements, and operational needs. Manage contract document receivables and project budgets for assigned projects. Update and enforce the Metro Design Standards and Criteria. Prepare preliminary design documents for future projects. Coordinate projects with utility companies, railroad, and city, county, and state agencies when required. Make field visits for research and inventory. Participate in the engineering configuration management process to maintain current engineering records for bus and rail facilities and systems. Work with in‑house engineering and construction disciplines, consultants, and/or contractors to identify and resolve problems that may impact the progress of the project or users’ existing or planned operational performance. Provide resident engineer and quality control inspection services. Provide guidance, coaching, training, and oversee the work product of employees in the area of expertise. May be required to perform other related job duties. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or other related field; Master’s Degree in a related field preferred. Six years of relevant experience or three years of supervisory‑level experience in an appropriate engineering discipline, including design and construction of public transit projects or major public agency projects; some positions may require specialized experience in area of assignment. State of California registration as a Professional Engineer in the appropriate discipline desirable. Valid California Class C Driver License or ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed. Microsoft Office Word 2010 and Excel 2010 Specialist preferred. Preferred Qualifications Experience troubleshooting and evaluating electrical and electromechanical systems for bus and rail. Experience developing technical, engineering, and solicitation documentation for bus and rail. Experience evaluating, testing, inspecting, and qualifying rolling‑stock components for bus and rail. Experience collaborating with equipment manufacturers, maintenance staff, and consultants. Experience performing vehicle signal system evaluation and testing. Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge: Theories, principles, and current practices of engineering analysis, design, and construction in appropriate discipline. Fundamentals of architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, vehicle, systems design and environmental engineering as they relate to assigned engineering discipline. Software applications such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, and EnergyPro. Engineering design codes. Applicable federal, state (Title 24), and local codes, standards, policies, procedures, and regulations. Engineering mathematics, e.g., heat load, ducting, and piping pressure loss calculations. Local and state‑wide governmental authorities. Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Contract administration and budgeting. Project management and control practices. Skills: Perform complex engineering analysis and design work in assigned discipline. Use computer-aided tools and products. Read and understand plans, specifications, mechanical drawings. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Understand and solve challenges. Interact professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives. Manage time and implement guidelines and policies. Abilities: Serve as lead for in‑house specialized engineering activities for bus and rail transit engineering projects from conception to completion. Review plans and calculations to find errors and omissions. Monitor and evaluate work by consultants and construction contractors. Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data to prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence. Analyze situations, identify problems, and recommend solutions. Exercise sound judgment and creativity in making engineering decisions. Understand, interpret, and apply codes, regulations, specifications, and project contract agreements. Update and revise Metro criteria and baseline specifications. Meet tight constraints and deadlines. Work on several tasks simultaneously. Read, write, speak, and understand English. Working Conditions Typical office situation. Close exposure to computer monitors and video screens. Sitting at a desk or table. Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium. Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer‑based functions. Communicate through speech in the English language required. Equal Employment Opportunity Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nari