Lead Field Engineer, Rail Transit Systems

Morgner Construction Management Corp.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgner Construction Management Corp. seeks a field-level authority for Sound Transit track and systems contract. Directs the CMC field team overseeing installation, testing, and commissioning of traction electrification, OCS, train control, communications, and SCADA, plus trackwork and civil.

Ensures work meets contract documents, stays on schedule, and is ready for integrated testing and revenue service. Bachelor’s degree in electrical/civil engineering or construction management and a minimum

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, civil engineering, construction management, or a closely related field.
• Minimum 10 years of construction management or resident engineering experience on rail transit systems projects, including installation, testing and commissioning of traction power, OCS, train control, or communications systems.
• Direct responsibility for installation, testing, and commissioning activities on rail systems.
• Knowledge of traction power, OCS, CBTC or fixed-block train control, and transit communications architecture.
• Familiarity with NFPA 130, NEC, and APTA standards applicable to light rail systems.
• Experience with safety and quality programs within complex transit projects.

Responsibilities

• Directs Deputy RE, Construction Engineers, and inspectors; assigns field coverage across segments.
• Reviews submittals and RFIs, evaluates change orders, verifies quantities, and recommends progress payments.
• Oversees procurement, testing, delivery, and installation of TPSS units, OCS, signal and train control equipment, cabinets, and fiber backbone.
• Leads field testing programs: static/dynamic tests, point-to-point tests, and supports integrated systems testing.
• Coordinates access dates and handoffs from civil, bridge, and tunnel contractors; documents delays and access impacts.
• Coordinates tie-ins to the operating Link system, track access planning, single-tracking, and cutover sequencing.
• Enforces safety programs, electrical safety, lockout/tagout, and roadway worker protection.
• Maintains daily reports, field records, NCRs, and as-built verification; prepares weekly/monthly progress reports.

Skills

Construction management

Resident engineer experience

Rail transit systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, civil engineering, construction management, or related field

Job description

Morgner Construction Management Corp. seeks a field-level authority for Sound Transit track and systems contract. Directs the CMC field team overseeing installation, testing, and commissioning of traction electrification, OCS, train control, communications, and SCADA, plus trackwork and civil.

Ensures work meets contract documents, stays on schedule, and is ready for integrated testing and revenue service. Bachelor’s degree in electrical/civil engineering or construction management and a minimum