Senior Engineering Technician; DOT​/GO​/MODAL

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Description:

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) provides a safe and efficient transportation system for the traveling public while promoting economic development and preserving New Mexico's environment. The NMDOT Rail Bureau is within the NMDOT Transit and Rail Division, one of the divisions under NMDOT's Modal Programs business unit. The Rail Bureau oversees management of NMDOT's railroad assets, coordinates with railroads on highway projects that have railroad impacts, administers the statewide highway-railroad grade crossing safety program, conducts statewide rail planning, and works with the Federal Railroad Administration to conduct railroad safety investigations statewide on railroads not owned by NMDOT.

As a valued new employee to NMDOT, you may be eligible to received three (3) days of administrative leave upon your start date. This is applicable to external hires not within the State of New Mexico Government.

The Rail Infrastructure Section is responsible for addressing rail infrastructure needs, working with tenant railroad companies, administering leases, and work permits for third-party access to NMDOT railroad properties, addressing railroad property encroachments, coordinating highway program projects involving railroad impacts, and administering the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Railway-Highway Crossing Program (Section 130 Program).

This position exists to support these functions by overseeing permitting process for third-party access to railroad properties or coordination activities between NMDOT and railroad companies on highway projects, under the direction of the Rail Infrastructure Manager. The position ensures regulatory compliance, inter-agency coordination, and the efficient delivery of rail-related transportation projects and programs.

The primary responsibilities of this position will include:

• Coordinate with third parties seeking access to NMDOT railroad property to develop, review, and execute access and temporary occupancy agreements in compliance with NMDOT policies and procedures.
• Perform Geographic Information System (GIS) and computer-aided design (CAD) tasks ranging from basic to complex including mapping, spatial analysis, plan review, and preparation of technical documents related to railroad property and transportation projects.
• Provide technical and administrative support to the Rail Infrastructure Manager in the management, maintenance, and oversight of NMDOT railroad property and related activities.
• Support coordination efforts between NMDOT and railroad companies on highway projects involving railroad impacts, including review of project documentation, communication with stakeholders, and tracking project activities.
• Assist with administration of the FHWA Railway-Highway Crossing Program (Section 130 Program), including data management, project coordination, and program support activities.
• Coordinate and communicate with NMDOT staff, railroad representatives, consultants, contractors, local agencies, and the public regarding rail-related projects, property access, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain records, reports, agreements, and project documentation in accordance with state and federal requirements.

This position serves the citizens of New Mexico, NMDOT management and staff, railroad companies, local governments, consultants, contractors, utility providers, and private entities that require access to NMDOT railroad property. The position supports the delivery of transportation projects, management of railroad assets, and administration of rail safety programs through effective coordination and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will have preferred experience/education in the following areas:

• Coordinating projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Interpreting technical documents and plans and managing competing priorities.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills are essential.
• GIS, CAD, transportation projects, railroad operations, permitting, property management, or public-sector project coordination.
• Work independently while ensuring compliance with applicable policies and procedures.

High School Diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of relevant experience. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling four (4) years may substitute for the required experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Employment requires successful completion of post offer pre-employment physical exam and is conditional pending results. Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results. Business reference check and Driver's License…