Rail Modernization: CBTC Readiness Lead

HRB; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

EnTech Engineering, PC, based in New York, seeks an experienced Operational Readiness Manager to lead readiness and transformation for a major urban rail modernization program on-site in New York, NY.

The role focuses on transitioning from conventional signals to CBTC, developing plans, identifying gaps, coordinating resources, and training frontline staff while ensuring safety and governance requirements are met.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in transit operations and maintenance, preferably within a large urban rail system.
• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of CBTC systems and their operational implications.
• Experience leading organizational change or operational transformation initiatives.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to coordinate across a large, complex organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an operational readiness and transformation plan.
• Identify gaps in workforce skills, processes, technology, and resources.
• Oversee implementation activities and monitor key milestones.
• Coordinate new workflows, systems, procedures, and operating practices.
• Work with leadership and cross‑functional teams to secure resources and align program goals.
• Communicate readiness requirements to leadership, technical teams, and frontline staff.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, governance, and program requirements.
• Document lessons learned and support continuous improvement.

Skills

CBTC knowledge

Change management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Operational readiness

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Transportation Management, Engineering, or related field

Job description

EnTech Engineering, PC, based in New York, seeks an experienced Operational Readiness Manager to lead readiness and transformation for a major urban rail modernization program on-site in New York, NY.

The role focuses on transitioning from conventional signals to CBTC, developing plans, identifying gaps, coordinating resources, and training frontline staff while ensuring safety and governance requirements are met.