6 years of progressive experience in rail vehicle maintenance, repair, design, or equipment engineering
Strong project management experience
Knowledge of engineering design and equipment procurement
Experience managing engineering consultants and technical projects
Budget planning and cost control skills
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Responsibilities
Lead and manage complex equipment engineering projects
Oversee project schedules for rail vehicle design, build, and overhaul activities
Coordinate engineering activities from project planning through warranty support
Develop and manage project budgets
Monitor project costs, schedules, and overall performance
Implement corrective actions to keep projects on track
Provide technical guidance and resolve engineering issues
Benefits
Opportunity to work on high-impact projects in the rail industry
Engagement with a diverse range of engineering consultants and stakeholders
Possibility for process optimization and performance improvements
Collaborative environment focused on maintaining high engineering standards
Location in Newark, providing access to a robust transportation network
Full Job Description
Job Description:
Job Summary
The Principal Equipment Engineering Project Manager leads complex engineering projects involving the design, procurement, overhaul, installation, and maintenance of rail vehicle equipment. This role manages project schedules, budgets, engineering consultants, technical specifications, and resource allocation while ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to engineering and operational standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
Lead and manage complex equipment engineering projects.
Oversee project schedules for rail vehicle design, build, and overhaul activities.
Supervise engineering consultants throughout project lifecycles.
Coordinate engineering activities from project planning through warranty support.
Develop and manage project budgets.
Monitor project costs, schedules, and overall performance.
Implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.
Plan and allocate project resources effectively.
Develop and review technical specifications for equipment procurement.
Coordinate with engineering and project stakeholders.
Provide technical guidance and resolve engineering issues.
Support equipment performance improvements and process optimization.
Ensure project deliverables meet quality, budget, and schedule requirements.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
6 years of progressive experience in rail vehicle maintenance, repair, design, or equipment engineering.
Strong project management experience.
Knowledge of engineering design and equipment procurement.
Experience managing engineering consultants and technical projects.
Budget planning and cost control skills.
Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Working Place:
Newark, New Jersey, United States
Company :
2026 July 23 Virtual - NJ Transit
About New Jersey Transit
New Jersey Transit Corporation, branded as NJ Transit, is a state-owned public transportation system that serves the US state of New Jersey, along with portions of New York State and Pennsylvania. It operates bus, light rail, and commuter rail services throughout the state, connecting to major commercial and employment centers both within the state and in the adjacent major cities of New York and Philadelphia. NJ Transit also provides bus service to the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan. NJ Transit is headquartered in Newark, New Jersey.
