Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Description

Position at Long Island Rail Road

Title: Assistant Engineer – Signal Design

Department: Engineering

Post Date: 06/13/2025

Close Date: 06/26/2025

Hay Point Eval: 702

Salary Range: $99,782-$149,672

Position Class: Safety Sensitive

Location: Queens

Reports To: Engineer – Signal Design

This is a non-represented position.

Please note that this position has been designated as a “Policy Maker” pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics. As such, you will be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement that will be provided to you by the New York State Joint Commission on Public Ethics.

This position is eligible for teleworking, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire

SUMMARY

Assist the Engineering Signal Design in managing and coordinating efforts of Signal – Design group to ensure prompt production of safe, quality design/specifications for use by vendors and LIRR field forces. Ensure compliance with procedures and practices as per ISO 9000. This position is directly responsible for the installation of safe, efficient, modern signaling, which is a key factor to improved train operations, a major goal of the LIRR modernization program.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• • Assist Engineer Signal Design to manage Signal Design Group including project tracking, accounting, and estimate preparation. Attend meeting requiring signal design participation.
  • Provide direction for Signal Design Consultants & vendors. Develop and keep current standard design procedures and materials. Ensure compliance with Signal Engineering Operating Manual (SEOM).
  • Participate in developing signaling concepts with other LIRR Departments to ensure design product meets project and LIRR requirements; support Capital Programs in overall management of a total Capital project.
  • Perform other assignments as requested by Senior Management. Track time and attendance of the Signal Design personnel. Use Kronos system to track the number of hours spend for the Projects. Coordinate personnel to ensure that tasks are completed, resources are allocated efficiently, and projects finish on time.
  • Identify and implement measures to improve quality & productivity of design group by standardization, development of typicals. Oversee all aspects of CADD & VitalSim software improvements and orderly implementation.
  • Provides technical support to LIRR Capital Projects throughout the design phase of capital projects. Support includes but is not limited to submittal review, response to requests for information, preparation of typical drawings and guidelines.
  • Select, develop, and motivate personnel within the department. Provide career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Responsible for discipline/termination of employees when necessary. Review direct reports and approve performance appraisals. Promote safe work practices and provide safe working conditions. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.
  • Motivate designers to excel in their efforts to develop quality designs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. An additional four years of demonstrated, directly related, equivalent experience and education may be considered in lieu of degree.
  • Must possess 7 years of progressively responsible, recent related signal design experience.
  • Must possess previous experience in a leadership capacity.
  • Must possess extensive knowledge of Engineering principles as they apply to Signal Systems.
  • Must possess knowledge of signal fundamentals, including equipment, applications design concepts and processes.
  • Must possess working knowledge of railroad operations, signal systems, operating rules and physical characteristics of the right of way.
  • Must possess knowledge of labor agreements (BRS 241).
  • Must possess knowledge of Federal Railway Administration (FRA) and Association of Railway Engineering, Signal Engineering Operations Manual (SEOM).
  • Must possess strong communication, analytical, presentation and project management skills.
  • Must possess the ability to make sound decisions and exercise sound judgment particularly in a crisis situation.
  • Must possess the ability to ensure corporate/department safety policies are adhered to.
  • Must possess the ability to lead and direct others particularly technical personnel.

OTHER INFORMATION

In addition to meeting the minimum requirements of the position, the selection process may include, but is not limited to, a pre-screening. assessment (i.e., physical, written and/ or practical evaluation) and interview. Candidates forfeit further consideration in the process if they fail to participate in any step of the process when scheduled. Make up dates/times will not be given. In addition, LIRR employee applicants must be in their current position for the 12 months immediately preceding the close date of this posting and must possess a satisfactory work. history, including attendance and discipline record. A record of more than ten sick days without medical documentation in two of the last three years is considered unsatisfactory attendance. Not all qualified applicants are guaranteed an interview due to the competitive selection. process. A medical examination and safety sensitive drug/alcohol test may also be required.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.