Metropolitan Transportation Authority Careers

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:

Provide Electrical Engineering services to improve and ensure the reliability and safety of electrical and mechanical systems on all Metro-North Railroad rolling stock and/or facilities assets.

Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering management and direction to the Equipment Engineering group.  Supervise, direct, and mentor assigned staff engineers and personnel.  Oversee / Provide technical direction on Electrical and Electro-Mechanical Engineering and support for the maintenance, repair, overhaul, and modification of all systems in all existing Electric Multiple Unit (EMU), Coach and Locomotive fleets operated by MNR, and MofE facilities assets. 
• Develop and establish maintenance instructions, standards, and regulations for repair and modification, maintenance alerts and bulletins, material and equipment procurement, and overhaul specifications as required to improve and ensure the reliability and safety of all Metro-North Railroad rolling stock.
• Oversee / Perform new vendor product and component evaluations with MNR Procurement and Material Management and Quality Control Departments.  Perform component failure analysis.  Devise methods for immediate and long-term corrective action.
• Provide Electrical Engineering and maintenance requirement expertise to MNR Capital Programs Department for existing fleet overhaul, new car design, or locomotive procurement.  Provided electrical engineering interface with other departments and regulatory agencies.
• Provide engineering support for facilities maintenance and all mechanical systems in MofE facilities, supporting maintenance of equipment and the rolling stock.

Required Qualifications:

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of Electro-Multiple Unit (EMU), Coach, and Locomotive mechanical and electro-mechanical systems. Possess substantial experience in Propulsion, Auxiliary Power, Event Recorder, Communication, Doors, Lighting, and Power Collections systems dynamics and component design.
• Thorough knowledge of Cab Signal/ATC and ACSES system operation including interface with wayside signals and vehicle operational interfaces.
• Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead production and review of Technical & Instructional documentation and correspondence.
• Working knowledge of microprocessor control diagnostic systems and car-borne software as used on rail vehicles.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with all levels in MN, MTA agencies, federal agencies, and outside sources.
• Familiarity with FRA regulations, APTA standards as well as other industry related engineering standards.
• Strong knowledge of electrical maintenance practices.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong technical writing skills for development of correspondence, Reports, Procedures, and Technical Instructions.  
• Knowledge of standard safety practices rules and regulations in a railroad environment.
• Knowledge in the review and development of drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
• Familiarity with ISO 9000 and Quality Assurance standards and practices. 
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or comparable applications.
• Strong knowledge of CAD/CAE software applications.
• Valid Drivers license
• Ability to respond to emergency calls on a 24 hour/7 day a week.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field. 
• Minimum five (5) years of supervisory experience managing technical professionals and/or a diverse unionized workforce.
• Minimum seven (7) years of experience in an engineering environment and/or equipment manufacturer working on passenger railcars and/or locomotives or related mass transportation equipment.

The following is/are preferred, but other satisfactory combinations of relevant experience, education, and/or technical credentials will be considered:

• Master's Degree preferred.

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.