Senior Rail Transit Safety Engineer

State of California

San Francisco (CA)

On-site

USD 128,000 - 160,000

Full time

25 hours ago
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Job summary

California Public Utilities Commission seeks a Senior Utilities Engineer, Specialist to oversee rail safety design, construction, and operation. You will perform advanced engineering tasks, lead investigations, and evaluate new methods for safety compliance in collaboration with state agencies.

The role includes presenting technical findings in proceedings, testifying as an expert, and engaging with public meetings and industry groups. Travel and hybrid telework are involved.

Qualifications

  • Experience handling complex engineering tasks requiring high level technical analysis.
  • Ability to lead technical investigations, engineering research, and special projects.
  • Familiarity with rail transit safety regulations and industry standards.
  • Knowledge of safety oversight and regulatory proceedings.
  • Experience working with government agencies and industry groups.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical advice in Commission proceedings and testify as an expert witness.
  • Represent the Commission at technical conferences and public meetings.
  • Inspect rail transit system construction for safety-related conformance.
  • Perform independent studies and evaluations of rail safety research.
  • Assist in reviewing safety plans, system security plans, and operating rules.

Skills

Complex engineering tasks
Lead technical investigations
Rail transit safety knowledge
Safety compliance
Public policy & testimony

Education

Professional Engineer License (P.E.)

Job description

California Public Utilities Commission seeks a Senior Utilities Engineer, Specialist to oversee rail safety design, construction, and operation. You will perform advanced engineering tasks, lead investigations, and evaluate new methods for safety compliance in collaboration with state agencies.

The role includes presenting technical findings in proceedings, testifying as an expert, and engaging with public meetings and industry groups. Travel and hybrid telework are involved.

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