Senior Rolling Stock Engineer

Description

Position at Metro-North Railroad

Job Title:

Senior Rolling Stock Engineer | Department:
Maintenance of Equipment | MTA Agency:
Metro-North Railroad | Primary Location(s):
New York, NY | Salary Range: $105,082- $ | Regulated/Safety Sensitive:
Non-DOT Regulated/Safety Sensitive | Union Affiliation:
Non-agreement | Closing Date (if applicable):
Until Filled | Shift (if applicable): | Title 55-a (yes or no):
Not Applicable | Other:
Telework eligible

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 for its employees.

Metro-North Railroad reserves the right to remove this posting before the Final date to receive applications.

Provide critical support in the management and direction to progress capital projects related to various types of equipment work including specification development and project management for rolling stock procurements, acquisition and overhauls.

• Preparation of technical specifications for new equipment, and the overhaul of existing equipment utilizing the latest methods, procedures, and technology and participate in the overall Capital Program Execution.
• Performs the engineering and design oversight for rolling stock equipment programs. This includes attending design reviews, qualification testing, First Article Inspections. Participates in specification development, and proposal evaluation.
• Technical evaluation of contractor/consultant design submittals.
• Inspection of Rail Equipment while in the manufacturing process at Contractor’s site or facilities
• Interface with Capital Rolling Stock stake holders:
  Operational Departments such as Maintenance of Equipment;
  Maintenance of Way;
  Transportation as well as Safety and Capital Planning departments with regards to operational requirements and needs.
• Provides technical support and direction to the operation of test trains for equipment acceptance after delivery.
• Select, develop, and motivate staff and provide career development for team members. Provide effective coaching and counseling. Manager team and individual performance. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables staff to develop and contribute to their full potential.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• May be required to work hours outside regular work hours, as applicable
• Observes the work performed by contractors, as applicable
• Reviews invoices and approves them if the work has contractual standards, as applicable
• Addresses performance issues with the contractor when possible, as applicable
• Escalates issues to other parties when needed, as applicable

• Strong knowledge of Electric Multiple Unit (EMU), Coach and Locomotive mechanical and electrical systems. Poses substantial experience in Propulsion, Auxiliary Power, Event Recorder, Communication, Doors, Lighting and Power Collections systems dynamics and component design.
• Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead production and review of Technical & Instructional documentation and correspondence.
• Working knowledge of micro-processor 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 MNR, 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 and mechanical maintenance practices.
• Strong written and oral communication skills to include technical writing skills for development of correspondence, Reports, Procedures and Technical Instructions.
• Knowledge of standard…