Transit Railcar Technology Specialist Intern

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Title: Transit Railcar Technology Specialist Intern First Date of Posting: 1/5/2026 Last Date of Posting: 1/20/2026 Authority: TA Department: Department of Subways Division/Unit: Car Equipment Reports To: Manager, Maintenance Support Work Location: 130 Livingston St, Brooklyn Hours of Work: 8AM - 4PM (subject to change) All appointments, with the exception of Department of subways employees on MaBSTOA payroll, will be made on NYCT payroll. This position on the NYC Transit payroll is competitive and is eligible for the 55-a Program. This position is open to qualified persons who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the following link www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page

Requirements

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major sequence of courses in electrical, mechanical, civil, transportation, transportation, aerospace or computer engineering, electrical/electronic technology, computer science, cyber security, or related degree.

Nice To Haves

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to basic engineering principles.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and in using various measurement tools & techniques.
Strong problem solving and analytical skills and the ability to read technical drawings and documentation.

Responsibilities

Technical Review: Assist in the evaluation of vendor-submitted materials such as Parts Catalog, components, and documentation for compliance with NYCT, AWS, ASTM, and other applicable standards.
Identify and resolve issues related to parts and contractual deliveries, including conducting audits to ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions.
Commodity Management: Support the classification and maintenance of commodity records in the Material Standards database, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
Drawing and Specification Analysis: Review engineering drawings, parts catalogs, and technical data to verify dimensional material, and manufacturing requirements are clearly defined for consistent production.
PPEC & FAI Coordination: Participate in the Preliminary Product Evaluation Criteria (PPEC) process by reviewing submissions, tracking approvals, and coordinating First Article Inspections (FAI) or Engineering Tests (ETC) as required.
Catalog Development: Prepare and update part catalog information, including full material descriptions, manufacturer data, and usage within specific car classes or systems.
Cross-Functional Communication: Collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, Maintenance, and Quality Assurance teams to resolve material or specification discrepancies.
Documentation & Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate records of reviews, decisions, and correspondence to ensure full traceability of material standardization decisions.
Engineering Support: Contribute to the development, review, and maintenance of engineering standards, SMS Workscopes, Bills of Materials, and overhaul manuals.
Rotational Assignments: Support various groups within the Maintenance Support Department as needed, contributing to engineering and material-related initiatives and gaining exposure to multiple technical disciplines.
Field Activities: Participate in field visits, inspections, and teardowns to collect technical data, verify part configurations, and support material evaluations.