Senior Electrical Engineer - Rail Transit

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Job Description:

Specific Responsibilities

- Develops the scope of engineering work, schedules, and budgets for the assigned project elements, and monitors progress to meet schedule and budget requirements. Identifies and documents changes in scope.
- Determines the scope of procurement work, schedules, and budgets for technical aspects of the contract and monitors progress. Interfaces with Procurement and subcontracts to facilitate procurement coordination with vendors/subcontractors. Participates in bid analysis to help determine supplier availability and capability.
- Reviews work produced to ensure that applicable codes, standards, and procedures are followed and that quality is acceptable. Monitors productivity and technical proficiency of assigned technical personnel, and makes reassignments as project needs arise. Conducts performance evaluations, takes corrective action as necessary, and recommends salary actions. Provides training and development opportunities for assigned personnel.
- Coordinates the utilization of interdisciplinary technical personnel on the project, as well as the assignment of personnel from other technical support groups within the company.
- Assists the Project Manager in planning, directing, supervising, and controlling the execution of technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the project or study. Participates in determining the technical skills and staff hours required for successful completion of the project.
- Monitors productivity and proficiency of assigned personnel.
- Ensures client criteria and scope are met by all engineering disciplines. Expedites distribution of action items following discussions/meetings with the client and Project Manager.
- Prepares technical reports, project manuals, and documentation of activity for the client and project management.
- Acts as Project Manager's deputy for certain activities, such as attending meetings in his/her absence, etc.
- Obtains, analyzes, and circulates technical and contractual information to project disciplines.
- Reviews and approves change orders. Notifies project management and other affected personnel of all changes.
- Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Skills and Competencies

- Proven ability to perform in a supervisory/leadership role, excellent written and oral communications skills, and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations are required.
- Must possess a thorough knowledge of current technology and be able to select and apply appropriate engineering software for use on project.
- Working knowledge and proficiency in understanding of the responsibilities and impact of project execution.
- Working knowledge and proficiency in application of project and staff management principles.
- Ability to guide and mentor other team members.

Education and Typical Experience

- Bachelor's Degree Engineering (or related field)
- 12+ years related field engineering experience or broad general engineering background and previous project engineering experience

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 75 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in diverse, collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see new possibilities.

Salary Range: 

$104,200.00 - $182,400.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an aver