Engineering Technical Lead

California High-Speed Rail Authority; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The California High-Speed Rail Authority is seeking a Senior Transportation Engineer to serve as the Engineering Technical Lead for the Structural and Seismic Engineering Section. You will provide technical oversight to support design and construction on a major railroad megaproject, applying extensive knowledge of structural and seismic design and construction practices.

This role involves representing the Authority in meetings with contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies, preparing

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of structural and seismic design practices.
• Familiarity with California Building Codes and related standards.
• Experience with design-build and design-bid-build delivery methods.
• Strong written, oral, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and with supervision as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight for the Structural and Seismic Engineering Section to support Design and Construction.
• Represent the Authority in meetings with contractors, consultants, and agency staff.
• Prepare technical correspondence and reports regarding engineering issues.
• Lead projects and coordinate with internal/external stakeholders.

Skills

Structural design

Seismic design

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Contract management

BIM knowledge

Design-build experience

Technical oversight

Documentation/writing

Team leadership

Tools

BIM software

CAD/engineering tools

Job description

Are you looking for a different type of state government job? Something with a little more excitement and a more fast-paced and fluid environment? How about an opportunity to be part of one of the most remarkable transportation projects in California's history? The California High-Speed Rail Authority is a small and dynamic state agency that is looking for employees who are interested in a challenging and rewarding job opportunity.

About the Role

Under the general direction of the High-Speed Rail Authority’s (Authority) Supervising Transportation Engineer, the Senior Transportation Engineer will serve as the Engineering Technical Lead. The Senior Transportation Engineer is responsible for providing technical oversight for the Structural and Seismic Engineering section to support Design and Construction at the Authority, a complex railroad megaproject. The Senior Transportation Engineer shall have extensive knowledge of structural and seismic design and construction procedures and practices and will perform a variety of complex tasks, requiring a high degree of independent action, initiative, discretion, and tact to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the Structural and Seismic Engineering Section. The Senior Transportation Engineer will represent the Authority when participating in meetings with contractors, consultants, and working with representatives from other Federal, State, Regional and local agencies. The Senior Transportation Engineer will prepare correspondences between contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders, regarding technical engineering issues.

This advertisement is posted as Open Until Filled and the advertisement will remain open until the vacancy is filled. Cut-offs for applications will be every Monday start August 17, 2026, and applications will be reviewed per those cut-off dates. Hires can be made at any time based on the applications received by the cut-off dates.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Part-time telework is available for this position for California residents based on the requirements of the position and may be discussed during the interview process. Hiring interviews may be available virtually, using teleconferencing or video conferencing options.

• Knowledge of principles and practices of architectural and engineering design, including building envelope, structural, and MEP systems.
• Knowledge of building Information Modeling (BIM) standards, workflows, and data coordination practices.
• Ability to understand and interpret California Building Codes, Fire/Life Safety Codes, Title 24 Energy Regulations, CALGreen, and ADA standards.
• Knowledge of and experience in Seismic design principles and their application in structural engineering and building and facility systems.
• Experience working on design-build and design-bid-build projects.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply engineering judgment in areas of design and construction engineering on building and maintenance facility projects.
• Experience with design criteria, standard specifications and or directive drawings and technical reports and correspondence.
• Strong written, oral, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently but with the judgement to know when to ask for assistance and guidance from a supervisor or colleague.
• Experience providing technical oversight related to transportation projects.
• Project management principles including scheduling, budgeting, and scope control.
• Contract management and consultant coordination practices.
• Knowledge of Safety and environmental regulations applicable to public building projects.
• Experience with contract management.
• Experience managing contractors and consultants or being a team lead over a transportation project.
• Experience building and maintaining positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Location

This position can be located in either Sacramento County or Fresno County. If you are interested in applying for the Fresno County position, please refer to Job Control 527427.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.