Special Track Inspector

Kundlas Consulting Group LLC • New York, NY

8h • $120,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Special Track Inspector will perform technical inspections of special track work and related track materials manufactured for MTA/NYCT projects. This role requires experience with railroad and transit track components, dimensional inspections, quality assurance procedures, and applicable industry standards.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years of experience in one or more of the following: special track in-depth inspections; quality assurance; railroad or transit track inspection and layout systems; or a special track work manufacturing facility.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of AWS and ASNT inspection techniques.
• Knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous castings and forgings, when applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in mechanical engineering, structural engineering, or a related field.
• High proficiency in special track and metallurgical inspections.
• Experience inspecting switch points, turnouts, crossovers, frogs, and other special track components.
• Knowledge of AREMA, ASTM, ASME, SAE, AWS, MIL, and Authority specifications.

Responsibilities

• Inspect special track work manufactured to Authority drawings and specifications.
• Verify precise dimensions, clearances, and quality requirements.
• Inspect track materials, including nuts, bolts, washers, steel fastener plates, shims, clips, screw spikes, and related components.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and inspection documentation.
• Identify and document nonconforming materials.
• Prepare inspection reports and support material acceptance decisions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree