SENIOR ENGINEER (ELECTRICAL DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION)

Salary: $99,278.40 - $148,928.00 AnnuallyLocation : Los Angeles, CAJob Type: Regular EmployeeJob Number: 2400402Cabinet: PROGRAM MANAGEMENTCost Center: 8330 - SYSTEMS ENGINEERINGOpening Date: 02272025Closing Date: 3132025 5:00 PM PacificFLSA: ExemptBargaining Unit: Non-Contract 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. DescriptionPerforms electrical design work for rail and bus transportation facilitie,s and oversees design work provided by various design consultants, in compliance with Metro Rail Design Criteria (MRDC) and Bus Rapid Transit criteria. Examples of Duties Plans, organizes, assigns, implements, and manages engineering projects in accordance with budget and schedule requirements Interacts with user departments in response to service requests; researches and gathers all necessary details to determine engineering functional requirements to meet project user needs Provides engineering design services and design support during construction; provides support for project bid and award phase, construction management, closeout, activation, and startup activities for bus and rail transit projects Supports development of workplans, safety guidelines, maintenance requirements, and operational needs for design projects Reviews contract documents, shop drawings, specifications, RFI (request for information), and DDR (detailed design review) for compliance with codes, project specifications, and Metro criteria Reviews designs for quality, constructability, and cost effectiveness; recommends design changes Assures project compliance with design criteria and standards, workplans, safety guidelines, maintenance requirements, and operational needs Manages Contract Document Required Receivables and project budget for assigned projects Updates and enforces the Metro Design Standards and Criteria Prepares preliminary design documents for future projects Coordinates projects with utility companies, railroad, and city, county, and state agencies when required Makes field visits for research and inventory Participates in the engineering configuration management process to maintain current engineering records for bus and rail facilities and systems Works with in-house engineering and construction disciplines, consultants, andor contractors to identify and resolve problems which may impact the progress of the project or users existing or planned operational performance Provides resident engineer and quality control inspection services Provides guidance, coaching, training, and oversees the work product of employees in area of expertise Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out May be required to perform other related job duties Minimum QualificationsA combination of education andor experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes:EducationBachelor's Degree in Engineering or other related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferredExperienceSix years of relevant experience or 3 years of supervisory-level experience in appropriate engineering discipline, including design and construction of public transit projects or major public agency projects; some positions in this class may require specialized experience in area of assignmentCertificationsLicensesSpecial RequirementsState of California registration as a Professional Engineer in the appropriate discipline desirableA valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functionsMicrosoft Office Word 2010 and Excel 2010 Specialist preferred Preferred QualificationsPreferred Qualifications (PQs) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as determined by business necessity. These criteria are considered preferred qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position. PQs will help support selection decisions throughout the recruitment. In addition, applicants who possess these PQs will not automatically be selected.Experience performing exterior and interior lighting system design using comprehensive computer-aided simulation tool software for photometric calculationsreports for bus or rail projectsExperience performing load flow, short circuit, arc flash, motor starting, and voltage drop analysis related to tunnel ventilation system using computer softwareExperience applying knowledge of federal, state (Title 24), and local codes, standards, policies, procedures, and regulations such as California public utilities commission, National fire protection association 70,101 & 130, American Public Transportation Association, American Railway Engineering And Maintenance Of Way AssociationExperience performing engineering design including construction of public rail and bus transportation projects from conception to completion Essential KnowledgeKnowledge of:Theories, principles, and current practices of engineering analysis, design, and construction in appropriate disciplineFundamentals of architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, vehicle, systems design and environmental engineering as they relate to assigned engineering disciplineSoftware applications as they relate to assigned engineering discipline, e.g., AutoCAD (Computer-Aided Design), MicroStation, Revit, and EnergyProEngineering design codesApplicable federal, state (Title 24), and local codes, standards, policies, procedures, and regulationsEngineering mathematics, e.g., heat load, ducting, and piping pressure loss calculationsLocal and state-wide governmental authoritiesMicrosoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPointContract administration and budgetingProject management and control practicesSkill in:Performing complex engineering analysis and design work in assigned disciplineUsing computer-aided tools and productsReading and understanding plans, specifications, mechanical drawings, and diagramsCommunicating effectively orally and in writingUnderstanding and solving challengesInteracting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representativesTime managementImplementing guidelines and policiesAbility to:Serve as lead for in-house specialized engineering activities for bus and rail transit engineering projects from conception to completionReview plans and calculations to find errors and omissionsMonitor and evaluate work by consultants and construction contractorsCompile, analyze, and interpret complex data in order to prepare comprehensive reports and correspondenceAnalyze situations, identify problems, and recommend solutionsExercise sound judgment and creativity in making engineering decisionsUnderstand, interpret, and apply codes, regulations, specifications, and project contract agreementsUpdate and revise Metro criteria and baseline specificationsMeet tight constraints and deadlinesWork on several tasks simultaneouslyRead, write, speak, and understand EnglishSpecial ConditionsThe physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Working ConditionsTypical office situationClose exposure to computer monitors and video screenPhysical Effort RequiredSitting at a desk or tableOperate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the mediumType and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functionsCommunicating through speech in the English language requiredRS Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with hiring practices.Selection ProcedureApplicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.Application ProcedureTo apply, visit Metro's website at and complete an online Employment puters are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro location:METRO Headquarters, Employment OfficeOne Gateway PlazaLos Angeles, CA 90012Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.*Open to the public and all Metro employeesThis job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.*Please refer to the applicable benefit type (Regular or Temporary)* BENEFITS FOR REGULAR EMPLOYEES Benefits cover probationary or regular full-time (working at least 40 hrsweek) employees of Metro. We offer a range of high-quality medical, dental and vision plan options as well as health care spending accounts for you and your family. Metro will cover a significant portion of your health care premiums.MedicalDentalVision Plan - Employee has the choice of 3 separate medical plans and 3 dental plans. A separate vision plan is included in each medical plan.Group Life Insurance - PTSC pays for an amount equal to your annual salary, rounded up to the nearest $1,000. Minimum amount of life insurance is $30,000.Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - PTSC provides $50,000 coverage for each employee. Additional voluntary coverage in amounts up to $500,000 is available at favorable premium rates.Long-Term Disability Insurance - 100% employer paid. Provides employees with a minimum income of 60% of earnings after six months of disability. Buy up or buy down options available.Holidays - 12 days a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Cesar E Chavez, Juneteenth,Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.Time off with Pay (TOWP) - Compensates employees who are on approved absence from work for reasons such as illness, injury, medical and dental appointments, personal business, vacation, or observance of (a) religious holiday.Years of Service Annual AccrualHire date - 5 years 20 daysBeginning of 6th - 10th year 25 daysBeginning of 11th - 15th year 30 daysBeginning of 16th + years 35 daysPension Plan - PTSC retirement plan is the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Vesting is five (5) years. Minimum retirement age is 52, based on the 2% at 62 formula.Other Benefits: Transportation passes for employees andor eligible dependents; Medicare; Tuition reimbursement; credit union membership; SDI; Deferred Compensation Plan; 401(K) Thrift plan; EAP; Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Flexible work schedules; and Jury Duty Pay. BENEFITS FOR TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES Temporary (Contingent) employees are eligible for the following benefits only: Kaiser medical insurance Public Pension Plan 457401K Plan Flex Spending Paid Sick Time Fare Media Rideshare Subsidies Metro One Fitness membershipFor more information on the Benefits Enrollment for Contingent Employees, please visit LA Metro's Pension & Benefits website at 01 Please acknowledge that the following responses will be used to supplement and expand on the Work Experience section of your application. It is important to provide detailed answers and do not refer to or rely on a resume or other documentation as we will not review resumes to determine qualifications. The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as accurate as possible. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. Yes, I agree and understand my resume will not be reviewed 02 Are you a current Metro employee? Yes No 03 If you indicated being a current Metro employee, please enter your employee badge number in the field below. If you selected "No" to the previous question, please enter "NA." 04 Please select the highest level of education you have completed. I do not have education equivalent to grade 12 High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED) Associate degree from an accredited college or university Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university Master's degree from an accredited college or university PhD from an accredited college or university 05 Please select the number of years of relevant experience in appropriate engineering discipline, including design and construction of public transit projects or major public agency projects. No relevant experience less than 6 years 6 years or more, but fewer than 8 years 8 years or more, but fewer than 10 10 years or more 06 Please select the number of years of relevant supervisory-level experience in appropriate engineering discipline, including design and construction of public transit projects or major public agency projects. No supervisory-level experience Fewer than 3 years 3 years or more, but fewer than 5 years 5 years or more, but fewer than 7 years 7 years or more 07 If you indicated having RELEVANTSUPERVISORYMANAGEMENT experience in appropriate engineering discipline, including design and construction of public transit projects or major public agency projects. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "NA." 08 Do you have relevant experience performing exterior and interior lighting system design using comprehensive computer-aided simulation tool software for photometric calculationsreports for bus or rail projects? Yes No 09 If you indicated having experience in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "NA." 10 Do you have relevant experience performing load flow, short circuit, arc flash, motor starting, and voltage drop analysis related to tunnel ventilation system using computer software? Yes No 11 If you indicated having experience in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "NA." 12 Do you have relevant experience applying knowledge of federal, state (Title 24), and local codes, standards, policies, procedures, and regulations such as California public utilities commission, National fire protection association 70,101 & 130, American Public Transportation Association, American Railway Engineering and Maintenance of Way Association? Yes No 13 If you indicated having experience in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "NA." 14 Do you have relevant experience performing engineering design including construction of public rail and bus transportation projects from conception to completion? Yes No 15 If you indicated having experience in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "NA." Required Question

Created: 2025-03-02