Metronorth Railroad

Asst. Civil Engineer / Civil Engineer Series

Metronorth Railroad$76K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or civil engineering technology; or a master's degree in civil engineering from an accredited college.
  • 1 - 3 years of full-time civil engineering experience, depending on the title.
  • Valid New York State Professional Engineer's License required for Civil Engineer I, II, and III titles.
  • Experience with complex projects and specific civil engineering expertise.
  • Ability to maintain a valid New York State Motor Vehicle Driver's License for certain assignments.

Responsibilities

  • Administer maintenance and repair contracts for New York City Transit.
  • Prepare and manage new contracts and alterations.
  • Conduct on-site inspections to ensure contractor compliance.
  • Address project concerns and manage change orders effectively.
  • Research, plan, and supervise engineering projects.
  • Monitor vendor performance and maintain communication throughout projects.
  • Provide emergency field coverage and remain flexible with hours.

Benefits

  • Participation in a union with collective bargaining rights.
  • Access to ongoing training and career development opportunities.
  • Potential for involvement in significant city-wide projects that enhance public infrastructure.
  • Engagement in a dynamic environment with flexible work hours for emergency situations.
Full Job Description
Description

Position at New York City Transit

JOB INFORMATION:

Title:

Asst. Civil Engineer / Civil Engineer Series

Authority:

TA

Department:

Subways

Division/Unit:

MOW Engineering / Operating Contracts

Location:

130 Livingston Street, 8th Floor

Hours:

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Reporting Manager (if Applicable):

Director, Operating Contracts

Deadline (if Applicable):

9/23/26

CompensationAuthority - Union

TA - DC37

Assistant Civil Engineer

$76,279

Civil Engineer I

$90,551 (PE Licenses required)

Civil Engineer II

$107,655 (PE Licenses required)

Civil Engineer III

$120,427 (PE Licenses required)

POSITON SUMMARY:

This role supports contract oversight, budget analysis, project planning, vendor coordination, and invoice processing, while ensuring contract compliance through on-site facility inspections.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position will be responsible for administering various maintenance and repair contracts supporting New York City Transit as well as the preparation of new contracts, modifications, qualification of vendors, project management and special projects. Work includes on-site inspections to ensure contractor compliance, address concerns, changes orders and maintain consistent follow up on all outstanding issues. This position will also include researching assignments, project planning/supervision, scheduling of work, monitoring of vendor performance and will include but is not limited to direct oversite of the following maintenance/ repair contracts; paving and related construction, fuel tank systems, fence installations, plumbing, fire suppression/sprinkler systems, emergency generators, UPS and ATS systems. Emergency field coverage and flexibility in work hours are required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Assistant Civil Engineer:
  1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in civil engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
  2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in civil engineering technology and three years of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
  3. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a master's degree from an accredited college in civil engineering.


Civil Engineer I, II, and III:
  1. A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License
  2. Four years of full-time experience in civil engineering.
  3. A master's degree in civil engineering from an accredited college will be accepted as equivalent to one year of full-time experience in civil engineering.


Special Note:

In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: A Motor Vehicle Driver's License valid in the State of New York may berequired for certain assignments. If required, this license must be maintained forduration of appointment.

DESIRED SKILLS:• Contract/facilities management
• Paving and related construction, mechanical/electrical systems/equipment for buildings and facilities
• Firm understanding of project coordination to minimize impact on both public and transit operations
• Ability to coordinate between various NYCT divisions along with New York City and State Agencies
• Familiarity with NYC Transit operations, procurement practices/procedures, purchasing options and knowledge of budget process along with construction techniques and methodologies
• Excellent oral, written and organization skills, and ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential

SELECTION METHOD

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview, and written assessment.

All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal.

OTHER INFORMATION

Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate. (If necessary)

As an employee of MTA NYC Transit, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the state of New York, if your position earns more than $101,379 (this is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.

For 55-a eligible titles: Candidates selected for this position may be placed in a competitive or non-competitive class position based on their qualifications. Qualified candidates who are placed in a competitive class position are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the following link https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page

TA APPLICANTS MUST BE IN A PERMANENT CIVIL SERVICE STATUS IN THE TITLE(S). IF YOU ARE ON AN ESTABLISHED LIST, YOUR LIST NUMBER MUST BE REACHABLE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR APPOINTMENT.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Final salary is determined experience, skillset, and alignment with compensation practices. The posted range reflects expected compensation and may be updated as market or business needs evolve.

To be eligible for consideration for a new role, current MTA employees must complete at least one year of service in their current role prior to applying. Additionally, eligibility to interview is contingent upon maintaining a satisfactory record of job performance, attendance, and disciplinary conduct. Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").

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About Metronorth Railroad

Metro-North Railroad is a commuter railroad that serves the northern suburbs of New York City. The railroad was founded in 1983 and is owned by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). Metro-North operates three main lines, the Hudson Line, the Harlem Line, and the New Haven Line, which together serve over 85 million passengers annually. The railroad has a fleet of over 400 rail cars and operates over 700 trains per day. In addition to commuter service, Metro-North also operates several tourist trains, including the popular Fall Foliage and Holiday Express trains.
Learn more about Metronorth Railroad
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$100 million
Founded
1983
5 Year Trend
-5%
Revenue
$1 billion

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