Engineer I - III, Transit Facilities
About The Position
The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is seeking to hire candidates for their Engineer I - III, Transit Facilities positions. This role involves undertaking engineering and quality assurance assignments of varying complexity, from basic to significant, while providing technical support and direction. The positions contribute to SEPTA’s infrastructure and system enhancements, focusing on design review, implementation, inspection plans, program development, and continuous improvement. Engineer I is an entry-level position requiring no prior work experience, focusing on basic complexity assignments with on-the-job training. Engineer II is a mid-level position requiring at least one year of relevant experience, handling moderately complex assignments. Engineer III is an experienced level position requiring at least three years of relevant experience, managing assignments of moderate to significant complexity, including design review, inspection plans, program development, and consulting.
Requirements
- B. S. Degree in Engineering/Architecture OR Construction Management required.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills required.
- Computer skills required. Must be proficient in Adobe Acrobat and MS software applications, including Excel, Access, Outlook and Word.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD or similar software programs required.
- Valid Driver’s License required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous relevant transit experience within the engineering discipline preferred (e.g., transit infrastructure and/or transit operations).
- Pennsylvania PE/RA license (results in an additional $5,000 salary increase).
Responsibilities
- Consults with senior level engineer/supervision-quality assurance in project definition.
- Exercises good judgment in application of basic engineering and quality assurance principles.
- Generates written memoranda, technical reports, specifications, audits, etc. in a professional manner.
- Documents for record all major design concepts, approaches and agreements made with any and all parties involved in the project.
- Assists Project Engineering with preparation of reports relating to progress of the work and the Contractor's compliance with progress schedule, shop drawings, and other submittals.
- Assists Project Engineer in project management tasks.
- Maintains a diary or logbook to record Contractor manpower and hours on the job site; weather conditions; data relative to work directive changes, change orders or changed conditions; list of job site visitors, daily activities, decisions, and observations in general.
- Assists in Engineering (Architectural) design and analysis in assigned field (i.e. CE, ME, EE, Structural, Track, and C&S).
- Assists in investigations/field surveys.
- Be aware of and practice standards as applicable to assigned field.
- Reviews drawings for accuracy and completeness coordinating with other specialty groups within the department where necessary/advisable.
- Assists in preliminary planning layouts/sketches where dictated by assigned task/project.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage – Medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans with little to no employee premiums.
- Retirement Security – Participate in a Defined Benefit Pension Plan and a 457B Deferred Compensation Plan.
- Work-Life Balance – Enjoy paid parental leave, generous vacation time, and paid holidays.
- Employee Wellness – Access wellness programs and resources.
- Invest in Your Growth – Tuition reimbursement.
- Student Loan Assistance – Positions qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
- Free Travel Perks – FREE SEPTA Transportation Pass.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
