Remote-Ready Assistant Engineer, Communications Design

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

New York (NY)

Hybrid

USD 100,000 - 125,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) seeks an Assistant Engineer- Communications (Design) in Queens. The role plans, manages, and coordinates all Communications activities, including testing, inspection, and maintenance, while overseeing field forces and scheduling maintenance and budgets.

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field; telecom/electronics/networking experience preferred.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field is required.
Experience in telecommunications/electronics/networking is preferred.
Ability to manage field personnel in a union environment.
Strong organizational and leadership skills.
Willingness to be available for 24/7 operations.”

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, coordinate and evaluate all Communications-related activities including testing, inspection and maintenance.
Oversee field teams and manage maintenance schedules and budgets.
Prepare and monitor budgets; procure materials as needed.
Develop and update SOPs for Communications and maintain documentation.
Ensure ISO 9001 certification maintenance and process improvement.
Promote and enforce safety programs and conduct safety audits.
Provide staff development, coaching and disciplinary guidance when required.