Senior Field Catenary Engineer

M&J Engineering

$90K — $130K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in engineering roles.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with client, agency, and contract requirements on projects.
  • Apply engineering calculations during field installation and construction.
  • Monitor subcontractor installation work for quality and adherence to standards.
  • Coordinate field conditions with design and construction documents.
  • Attend project meetings with stakeholders and teams.
  • Support field activities and supervise inspections during off-hours as needed.
  • Review design packages to determine resources and staffing needs.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and eye insurance for full-time employees.
  • 401(k) retirement plan to support financial planning.
  • Life insurance coverage for employee security.
  • Focus on professional development and teamwork within a supportive environment.
Full Job Description
Overview

 

M&J Engineering is seeking an experienced Senior Field Catenary Engineer to support complex overhead contact system (OCS) and catenary installations on high-profile rail infrastructure projects. This position is responsible for providing field engineering oversight, coordinating OCS activities, ensuring compliance with agency requirements, and supporting the successful delivery of construction projects.

 

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

 

Apply through this site or send resume to [email protected].

Responsibilities
  • Ensure project activities comply with client, agency, and contract requirements.
  • Apply catenary engineering calculations to field installation and construction activities.
  • Monitor and oversee subcontractor field installation work.
  • Coordinate field conditions with design drawings and construction documents.
  • Attend project meetings with Design-Build teams, clients, and project stakeholders.
  • Support field installation activities and supervise inspection staff during night and weekend shifts, as required.
  • Review design packages and construction plans to determine staffing needs and allocate resources effectively.
  • Manage material certifications, submittals, and documentation to ensure compliance with project specifications and agency requirements.
  • Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and inspectors to resolve field issues and maintain project schedules.
  • Promote a safe work environment and ensure compliance with all applicable safety standards and procedures.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum of 8 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working on Design-Build transportation projects.
  • Experience with Amtrak Northeast Corridor projects.
  • Previous employment with or retirement from Amtrak.
  • CSX Track Safety Training and/or Amtrak Track Safety Training.
  • Strong knowledge of overhead contact systems (OCS), catenary construction, and rail infrastructure projects.
Benefits

M&J is a leader in providing quality engineering consulting services to a diverse and exciting client base.  We attract experienced professionals who understand proactive client service, safety, risk management and loss prevention practices, quality control, teamwork, and the development of younger staff.  We seek employees who enjoy their work, desire continuous improvement, and want to contribute to the vision and growth of a quality, employee-owned, professional firm. To all full-time employees we provide a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental and eye insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, etc. Salary will depend on experience and credentials.

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