Assistant Chief Engineer, Signal

Roles and Responsibilities

• Directs all signal maintenance, ensuring cost-effective maintenance for safe, reliable, and efficient Rail service.
• Manages rail signal design and construction of capital projects and infrastructure improvements and programs.
• Represents the Infrastructure Engineering Department and NJ Transit at meetings, presentations, public hearings, and Board meetings.
• Manages departmental needs, including personnel-related matters, and establishes safety guidelines for work practices and procedures.
• Provides direction to subordinates and recommends standards for signal construction and maintenance.
• Ensures standardized inventory, improved reliability, safety, and customer satisfaction by improving operation performance.
• Directs and assigns the preparation, review, and approval of various technical project reports, status reports, Board items, cost estimates, and departmental policies and procedures.
• Coordinates all activities within the Communications and Signals Department.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related area, with at least 9 years of experience in the design, construction, and/or maintenance of railroad infrastructure, with a minimum of 3 years in a supervisory role.
• The position may require service to be performed outside of normal business hours.

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
• Retail 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

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