Manager, Rail Infrastructure Design
NJ TRANSIT, Newark, NJ, United States
Manager of Rail Infrastructure Design – responsible for overseeing the design and development of railway infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards, and delivering projects on time and within budget.
Responsibilities
Lead the engineering team in the preparation, review, and delivery of design calculations, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and project schedules.
Perform comprehensive technical reviews of design packages including electrical drawings, short circuit analyses, arc flash evaluations, and coordination studies to ensure system integrity and safety.
Oversee the standardization and accuracy of all capital project documentation, justification memoranda, and procurement records to ensure procedural transparency and audit readiness.
Elevate team performance through objective professional standards and proactive mentorship to cultivate a high‑performance, results‑oriented environment.
Uphold system‑wide conformance to industry and agency standards including AREMA, IEEE, NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, and IEC 61850.
Direct cross‑functional coordination with internal Rail Operations departments and external stakeholders to synchronize design interfaces and ensure seamless project integration.
Qualifications
Baccalaureate degree in Engineering or a related discipline (required).
Six years of progressive experience in the management of engineering, design, or construction projects within infrastructure, utilities, or transportation.
Proven track record of managing multiple concurrent projects and leading cross‑functional teams through complex organizational or technical challenges.
Familiarity with electrical power systems, relay protection, SCADA, or substation design (preferred).
Professional Engineer license and PMP certification (preferred).
Benefits
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance.
Flexible Spending Account.
Life Insurance.
Paid Leave.
Tuition Assistance.
Pre‑Tax Commuter Benefits Plan.
Retirement Plans: 401(a) – 6% employer contribution; 401(k) – up to 3% company match; 457(b) – Deferred Savings Plan.
NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Responsibilities
Lead the engineering team in the preparation, review, and delivery of design calculations, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and project schedules.
Perform comprehensive technical reviews of design packages including electrical drawings, short circuit analyses, arc flash evaluations, and coordination studies to ensure system integrity and safety.
Oversee the standardization and accuracy of all capital project documentation, justification memoranda, and procurement records to ensure procedural transparency and audit readiness.
Elevate team performance through objective professional standards and proactive mentorship to cultivate a high‑performance, results‑oriented environment.
Uphold system‑wide conformance to industry and agency standards including AREMA, IEEE, NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, and IEC 61850.
Direct cross‑functional coordination with internal Rail Operations departments and external stakeholders to synchronize design interfaces and ensure seamless project integration.
Qualifications
Baccalaureate degree in Engineering or a related discipline (required).
Six years of progressive experience in the management of engineering, design, or construction projects within infrastructure, utilities, or transportation.
Proven track record of managing multiple concurrent projects and leading cross‑functional teams through complex organizational or technical challenges.
Familiarity with electrical power systems, relay protection, SCADA, or substation design (preferred).
Professional Engineer license and PMP certification (preferred).
Benefits
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance.
Flexible Spending Account.
Life Insurance.
Paid Leave.
Tuition Assistance.
Pre‑Tax Commuter Benefits Plan.
Retirement Plans: 401(a) – 6% employer contribution; 401(k) – up to 3% company match; 457(b) – Deferred Savings Plan.
NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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