SENIOR ENGINEER (ELECTRICAL TRANSIT VEHICLE ENGINEERING)

Job Summary 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 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. Description 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 Plans, organizes, assigns, implements, and manages engineering projects in accordance with budget and schedule requirements Interacts with user departments in response to service requests; researches and gathers all necessary details to determine engineering functional requirements to meet project user needs Provides engineering design services and design support during construction; provides support for project bid and award phase, construction management, closeout, activation, and startup activities for bus and rail transit projects Supports development of workplans, safety guidelines, maintenance requirements, and operational needs for design projects Reviews contract documents, shop drawings, specifications, RFI (request for information), and DDR (detailed design review) for compliance with codes, project specifications, and Metro criteria Reviews designs for quality, constructability, and cost effectiveness; recommends design changes Assures project compliance with design criteria and standards, workplans, safety guidelines, maintenance requirements, and operational needs Manages Contract Document Required Receivables and project budget for assigned projects Updates and enforces the Metro Design Standards and Criteria Prepares preliminary design documents for future projects Coordinates projects with utility companies, railroad, and city, county, and state agencies when required Makes field visits for research and inventory Participates in the engineering configuration management process to maintain current engineering records for bus and rail facilities and systems Works with in-house engineering and construction disciplines, consultants, and/or contractors to identify and resolve problems which may impact the progress of the project or users existing or planned operational performance Provides resident engineer and quality control inspection services Provides guidance, coaching, training, and oversees the work product of employees in area of expertise Qualifications 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 3 years of supervisory-level experience in appropriate engineering discipline, including design and construction of public transit projects or major public agency projects; some positions in this class may require specialized experience in area of assignment Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements State of California registration as a Professional Engineer in the appropriate discipline desirable A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions 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 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 as they relate to assigned engineering discipline, e.g., AutoCAD (Computer-Aided Design), 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 Skill Performing complex engineering analysis and design work in assigned discipline Using computer-aided tools and products Reading and understanding plans, specifications, mechanical drawings, and diagrams Communicating effectively orally and in writing Understanding and solving challenges Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives Time management Implementing guidelines and policies Ability 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 in order 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 Special Conditions This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions This classification is at-will and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the hiring authority when classified as an Intermittent, Emergency, Annuitant, or Temporary employee, is assigned to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) or Board Clerk's Office, and/or reporting directly to the LACMTA Board of Directors Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out Working Conditions Typical office situation Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen Physical Effort Required 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 Communicating through speech in the English language required 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 American Public Transit Association