ENGINEER (CIVIL/ROADWAY)

About the Role

Metro’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County. The Civil/Roadway Engineer supports Metro projects by developing, reviewing, and coordinating roadway, intersection, and multimodal designs that integrate seamlessly with transit infrastructure. The role ensures all design elements meet Metro standards, regulatory requirements, and project delivery milestones through close collaboration with internal departments, consultants, and partner agencies.

Responsibilities

• Prepares workplans, drawings, safety guidelines, maintenance requirements, training requirements, specifications, estimates, and operational needs within Metro's standards and requirements
• Reviews and analyzes data, specifications, drawings, and blueprints, then makes changes or recommendations; negotiates changes with vendors
• Coordinates with technical consultants to review technical drawings and documents
li>Coordinates projects for design, construction, and modification of Metro facilities with all parties involved, including internal agency employees, and outside contractors
• Oversees contractor/consultant work for compliance with schedule and budget
• Reviews new rules, regulations, and codes
• Prepares technical reports, feasibility studies, economic analysis, and correspondence
• Performs inspections on completed work
• Coordinates services with outside agencies
• Represents Metro with construction/engineering/supplier community
• Interviews or surveys users to understand needs and requirements for designs
• Writes Scope of Work (SOW) for each project
• Responds to service requests to improve or repair existing designs or systems
• Inspects structural, system, or design damage after natural disasters or fires
• Maintains various files and records
• Interprets contract specifications, codes, and safety orders
• Provides guidance and assistance to new or entry-level employees in operating engineering systems, software, and equipment

Qualifications

A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering field; Master's Degree preferred
• Three years of relevant experience performing engineering work in appropriate discipline

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing roadway, multimodal, or transit-related designs and planning development for transportation infrastructure projects
• Experience preparing and reviewing PS&E (plan, specification, and estimate) packages for transportation or transit-adjacent projects
• Experience utilizing design software such as Civil 3D, MicroStation, InRoads/OpenRoads, or similar platforms
• Experience coordinating with agencies such as Caltrans, local jurisdictions, and utility owners
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of California

Skills

• Proficiency in engineering theories, principles, and practices
• Knowledge of telecommunication systems, microwave radio, and two-way radio
• Skill in using computer-aided tools and products (e.g., AutoCAD, Visio)
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage projects, prioritize work, and multi-task

Special Conditions

• State of California registration as a Professional Engineer desirable
• Valid California Class C Driver License or alternative transportation method required
• FCC (Federal Communications Commission) License as appropriate
• At-will classification for certain positions and assignments

Recruitment Timelines: Interviews are projected for the week of September 1, 2026. Dates are subject to change. Monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for updates.