Senior Transit Operations Engineering Lead

Los Angeles Metro; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Angeles Metro is seeking an experienced engineer to lead complex transit engineering projects, overseeing subordinate engineers and ensuring compliance with Metro standards, directives, and project objectives.

The role involves planning, reviewing submittals, coordinating with utilities and agencies, providing design and construction support, and guiding teams toward on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining quality, safety, and operational readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field; Master's preferred.
• Six years of relevant experience or 3 years supervisory in engineering for transit projects or major public agency projects.
• State of California registration as a Professional Engineer desirable; CA driver license; MS Office Word 2010 and Excel 2010 Specialist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage engineering projects to meet budget and schedule.
• Review submittals, contract documents, RFIs for compliance.
• Provide design services and construction support for bus/rail projects.
• Coordinate with utilities, railroads, and city/county/state agencies.
• Provide resident engineer and quality control inspection services.

Skills

Engineering analysis & design

CAD tools (AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revi

Reading plans and specs

Communication (oral & written)

Problem solving

Team interaction / professionalism

Time management

Policy/guideline implementation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Master's Degree in related field preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

EnergyPro

Job description

Los Angeles Metro is seeking an experienced engineer to lead complex transit engineering projects, overseeing subordinate engineers and ensuring compliance with Metro standards, directives, and project objectives.

The role involves planning, reviewing submittals, coordinating with utilities and agencies, providing design and construction support, and guiding teams toward on-time, on-budget delivery while maintaining quality, safety, and operational readiness.