Assistant Chief Engineer-Signals

Assistant Chief Engineer-Signals

Rail Operations

Job Description:

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.

Assistant Chief Engineer-Signals

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Directs all signal maintenance, and provides cost effective maintenance which ensures safe, reliable, and efficient Rail service.

• Directs rail signal design and construction of capital projects and infrastructure improvements and programs.

• Represents the Infrastructure Engineering Department and NJ Transit at meetings, presentations, public hearings, and Board meetings.

• Directs the management of departmental needs, including all personnel related matters. Provides direction to subordinates and establishes safety guidelines for work practices and procedures.

• Recommends standards for signal construction and maintenance. Ensures standardized inventory, improved reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction by improving performance of the operation.

• Directs and assigns the preparation, review and approval of various technical project reports, status reports, Board items, cost estimates and departmental policies and procedures.

• Coordinates all activities within the Communications and Signals Department.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related area, and (9) years of experience in the design, construction and/ or maintenance of railroad infrastructure- with an emphasis in Railway Signaling, to include a minimum of three (3) years in a supervisory role.

• This position may require service to be performed outside of normal business hours.

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 an 3% company match

• 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan

NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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