Technical Program/Project Manager III, Equipment Engineer

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Do you love bringing complex engineering projects to life and shaping the systems that keep transit moving?

The Technical Program/Project Manager III – Equipment Engineer (TPPM III) reports directly to the Vice President, Rolling Stock and Support Equipment. The TPPM III provides leadership and technical expertise throughout the complete project lifecycle of transit agency vehicles and support equipment assets, from initiation through commissioning. This role encompasses overseeing design, development, procurement, and integration of complex systems, ensuring compliance, managing contracts, and driving innovation in equipment management practices. The Equipment Engineer leads cross-functional teams, manages projects, and serves as a key resource for the organization.  This role will report directly to reporting to the Vice President, Rolling Stock & Support Equipment.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Note: The duties and primary responsibilities below are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this job and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. 

• Provide strategic coordination and comprehensive management of transit agency vehicles and support equipment throughout its lifecycle (planning, procurement, implementation, integration, commissioning), ensuring alignment with organizational goals and optimal resource utilization. This includes overseeing design, development, and integration of complex systems, and contributing to long-term asset management planning and funding initiatives.

• Develop and manage all technical aspects of equipment projects, including defining specifications, evaluating engineering solutions, overseeing design reviews, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing project scope, schedule, budget, and resources, and ensuring proper documentation and adherence to best practices. This also involves effective project execution and risk management, problem resolution, and advising senior management.

• Oversee the procurement process and manage vendor relationships, including sourcing, contract negotiation, ensuring technical requirements are met, and managing warranty claims.

• Provide expert technical guidance, drive innovation, and implement best practices in equipment management. This includes directing the development and implementation of policies and procedures, evaluating complex technical proposals, diagnosing equipment problems, and developing/analyzing equipment specifications and maintenance procedures.

• Serve as the primary point of contact and facilitate effective communication and coordination among all stakeholders (internal teams, external partners, regulatory agencies), including preparing project correspondence, participating in meetings, and establishing/maintaining effective relationships.

• Serve as a department leader and subject matter expert, contribute to the organization's strategic direction, promote continuous improvement, mentor team members, adapt to agency priorities, and perform assigned duties, including supporting safety management systems.

• Serve as the primary point of contact and facilitate effective communication and coordination among internal teams, external stakeholders (including vendors, consultants, regulatory agencies), and engineering disciplines, including preparing internal and external project correspondence and participating in meetings.

• Ensure effective project execution and risk management, including identifying, documenting, and monitoring project issues and risks, managing change requests, and resolving problems, while also advising senior management on project status and recommending solutions.

• Ensure proper documentation and adherence to best practices throughout the project lifecycle, including maintaining and updating project activities and reports.

• Support Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s Safety Management Systems (SMS) process by following safety and security policies, considering safety in every action and reporting safety and security concerns.

• Perform other related duties as required and/or assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or a related field

• Six (6) years’ experience managing projects involving the design, development, procurement, and delivery of rolling stock and support equipment including five (5) years of progressive experience in equipment engineering and procurement.

• Six (6) years’ experience in a government or transit environment preferred 

• Proven experience in Maintenance, Repair, and Operations procurement, services, and capital equipment.