Manager, Rail Infrastructure Design

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering team in the preparation, review, and delivery of design calculations, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and project schedules.
• Perform comprehensive technical reviews of design packages including electrical drawings, short circuit analyses, arc flash evaluations, and coordination studies to ensure system integrity and safety.
• Oversee the standardization and accuracy of all capital project documentation, justification memoranda, and procurement records to ensure procedural transparency and audit readiness.
• Elevate team performance through objective professional standards and proactive mentorship to cultivate a high performance, results oriented environment.
• Uphold system wide conformance to industry and agency standards including AREMA, IEEE, NFPA 70, NFPA 70E, and IEC 61850.
• Direct cross functional coordination with internal Rail Operations departments and external stakeholders to synchronize design interfaces and ensure seamless project integration.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in Engineering or a related discipline is required.
• Six years of progressive experience in the management of engineering, design, or construction projects within infrastructure, utilities, or transportation.

Knowledge and Skills

• Proven track record of managing multiple concurrent projects and leading cross functional teams through complex organizational or technical challenges.
• Familiarity with electrical power systems, relay protection, SCADA, or substation design is preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Professional Engineer license and PMP certification are preferred.

Pay and Benefits

Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance
Paid Leave
Tuition Assistance
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
Retirement Plans
401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to a 3% company match
457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan

About NJ TRANSIT

NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer