Senior Rail & Transit Engineer

Jacobs; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO)

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee stock purchase program

Additional performance-based bonuses

Job summary

A global engineering solutions provider is seeking a Senior Rail & Transit Engineer in New York. This role involves providing technical support for rail projects and leading engineering teams in design and implementation. Candidates should have substantial experience in the rail and transit industry and hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. The position offers a competitive salary range of $190,000 to $225,000, along with a hybrid working model and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in the rail and transit industry with proven technical expertise.
• Strong understanding of rolling stock business and technological trends.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality deliverables with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide rail vehicle engineering support for consulting assignments.
• Lead engineering discipline team for design and analysis.
• Support field implementation and assess performance of new systems.
• Coordinate with clients and contractors to deliver high-quality projects.

Skills

Technical expertise

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

The Senior Rail & Transit Engineer will perform a variety of consulting activities, providing technical support to all aspects of rail and transit projects. In this role, you will provide technical consulting services for high‑performance mechanical or electrical systems and serve as the technical lead supporting various aspects of the rail vehicle.

Detailed Role and Responsibilities

Responsibilities may involve any or all the following:

• Provide rail and vehicle engineering, support to a variety of consulting assignments that include light rail, medium rail and advanced rapid transit systems.
• Lead the rail vehicle engineering discipline team and provide expert support on design, integration, manufacturing, and failure analysis for mechanical, structural and/or electrical/electronic systems.
• Support both office and field‑based activities with in‑depth understanding of rail and vehicle systems, including technology assessments, preparation of technical specifications, rail and vehicle O&M requirements and oversight, system updates and overhauls, contract documents, evaluating vendors, design reviews, problem resolutions, project evaluations, compliance with prescribed technical and contract requirements.
• Support field implementation, assess performance of newly furnished fleets and systems, from different suppliers, for compatibility, functionality, and other compliances.
• Assess contract performance and compliance, make, and implement recommendations.
• Stay informed of the rail and transit consulting business, technological needs, and trends and industry best practices and standards. Be cognizant of larger business, technological and regulatory trends that can or will affect the rail and transit industry.
• Assist in mentoring and guiding junior engineers and contribute to a culture of learning and technical growth.
• Coordinate and develop positive relationships with clients, contractors, and their staff.
• Work with other Jacobs staff, client and 3rd party consultants and contractors to deliver high‑quality projects, promote positive, professional employee relations.
• Participate and represent Jacobs in meetings with client and outside contractors, assist with and participate in presentations and public hearings/reviews relative to assigned projects.
• Ensure that Jacobs principles, policies, integrity, and procedures are consistently practiced.
• Perform other assignments and duties as requested.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Substantial professional years of relevant experience in the rail and transit industry, with a proven track record of technical expertise and successful project delivery for major rail and/or transit systems and/or technology projects.
• A bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or closely related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Professional Engineer License, Preferred But Not Required
• Experience with all types of rail and transit vehicle design, maintenance, and operation, specification development, fleet procurement, including testing and commissioning.
• Strong understanding of the rolling stock business, technological needs, and trends, as well as larger business, technological, and regulatory trends that can affect the rail and transit industry.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high quality deliverables with attention to detail.
• Excellent problem‑solving, judgment, decision‑making, and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent communication, organizational, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team, and to work with all levels within a given organization (internal or external).

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about.

Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $190,000.00 to $225,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on February 23, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery.

We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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