Principal Project Engineer

Rail Operations

Job Description:

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time–and we're looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible.

Summary:

This position presents the exciting professional opportunity for you to grow your career and to make a difference by working to ensure the hiring of top talent committed to the revitalization of New Jersey TRANSIT.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Plans, designs and manages very complex construction, rehabilitation, and/or alteration of structures, facilities, equipment and/or other infrastructure systems.

• Coordinates the activities of assigned project staff and/or contractors in the design, development and implementation of very complex engineering projects.

• Develops standards and criteria for design and construction for very complex engineering projects.

• Develops, designs, proposals, schedules and cost estimates for assigned projects.

• Evaluates progress and results of engineering activity and recommends changes in procedures of assigned projects.

• Maintains liaison with individuals and units (internally and externally) to facilitate the completion of assigned projects.

• Manages the estimation of human and other resources needs and schedules work to meet completion dates and technical specifications

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate Degree in the appropriate engineering discipline or equivalent, and six years of applied engineering experience, to include project management experience.

• Professional Engineer License in the state of New Jersey is required.

At NJ Transit, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:

• Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision

• Flexible Spending Account

• Life Insurance

• Paid Leave

• Tuition Assistance

• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan

• Retirement Plans

• 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution

• 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match

• 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan

At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success as are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team.

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