Senior Field Catenary Engineer

M&J Engineering P.C.; Village of New Hyde Park (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

M&J Engineering, P.C. is seeking a Senior Field Catenary Engineer to oversee overhead contact system installations on high-profile rail infrastructure projects in the New York area.

The role involves field engineering oversight, coordinating OCS activities, and ensuring compliance with agency requirements to support successful project delivery. You will monitor subcontractor field installation work, review design packages, and manage document control while promoting a strong safety culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering required.
• 8+ years of related experience required.
• Design‑Build transportation project experience preferred.
• Amtrak Northeast Corridor experience preferred.
• CSX/Amtrak Track Safety Training preferred.
• Strong knowledge of overhead contact systems (OCS) and catenary construction.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project activities comply with client, agency, and contract requirements.
• Apply catenary engineering calculations to field installation and construction activities.
• Monitor and oversee subcontractor field installation work.
• Coordinate field conditions with design drawings and construction documents.
• Attend project meetings with design‑build teams, clients, and project stakeholders.
• Support field installation activities and supervise inspection staff during night and weekend shifts, as required.
• Review design packages and construction plans to determine staffing needs and allocate resources effectively.
• Manage material certifications, submittals, and documentation to ensure compliance with project specifications and agency requirements.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and inspectors to resolve field issues and maintain project schedules.
• Promote a safe work environment and ensure compliance with all applicable safety standards and procedures.

Skills

OCS knowledge

Field engineering

Construction coordination

Rail infrastructure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

M&J Engineering, P.C. is a quality provider of multi-discipline consulting services with over 300 employees. Since its inception in 2004, M&J has grown into diversified provider of engineering, construction management, construction inspection, technology, and environmental services to a broad range of clients, including federal, state and city/local agencies, private owners, architects, engineers and contractors.

M&J Engineering is a leader in construction management and inspection, ITS, mechanical, electrical, wastewater, water supply, tunnel airport, port, marine/coastal, environmental engineering, and design-build services for both new infrastructure projects and renovations.

M&J bases its employment and personnel decisions on the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, with the intent to further the Company’s affirmative action commitment. M&J does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, employment status, veteran or military status, or any other category protected by law. Our Company vigorously pursues opportunities to recruit and develop job candidates who have the desire and potential for becoming qualified employees through our affirmative action plan.

M&J Engineering is seeking an experienced Senior Field Catenary Engineer to support complex overhead contact system (OCS) and catenary installations on high-profile rail infrastructure projects. This position is responsible for providing field engineering oversight, coordinating OCS activities, ensuring compliance with agency requirements, and supporting the successful delivery of construction projects.

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience.

Apply through this site or send resume to [e-mail].

Responsibilities

• Ensure project activities comply with client, agency, and contract requirements.
• Apply catenary engineering calculations to field installation and construction activities.
• Monitor and oversee subcontractor field installation work.
• Coordinate field conditions with design drawings and construction documents.
• Attend project meetings with design‑build teams, clients, and project stakeholders.
• Support field installation activities and supervise inspection staff during night and weekend shifts, as required.
• Review design packages and construction plans to determine staffing needs and allocate resources effectively.
• Manage material certifications, submittals, and documentation to ensure compliance with project specifications and agency requirements.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and inspectors to resolve field issues and maintain project schedules.
• Promote a safe work environment and ensure compliance with all applicable safety standards and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on Design‑Build transportation projects.
• Experience with Amtrak Northeast Corridor projects.
• Previous employment with or retirement from Amtrak.
• CSX Track Safety Training and/or Amtrak Track Safety Training.
• Strong knowledge of overhead contact systems (OCS), catenary construction, and rail infrastructure projects.

Benefits

M&J is a leader in providing quality engineering consulting services to a diverse and exciting client base. We attract experienced professionals who understand proactive client service, safety, risk management and loss prevention practices, quality control, teamwork, and the development of younger staff. We seek employees who enjoy their work, desire continuous improvement, and want to contribute to the vision and growth of a quality, employee‑owned, professional firm. To all full‑time employees we provide a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental and eye insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, etc. Salary will depend on experience and credentials.