Manager, Rail Infrastructure Design

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.

• 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.

• 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).

• 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.