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Resident Engineer - Transit and Rail

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$185K - $249K/yr

Perform inspections, observation of field testing and commissioning. * Assist in the preparation ... Experience with MTA, Bridges and Tunnels, LIRR, MRA, Triborough, TBTA, or NYCT * Professional ...

GFT.

Resident Engineer - Transit and Rail

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$185K - $249K/yr

Perform inspections, observation of field testing and commissioning. * Assist in the preparation ... Experience with MTA, Bridges and Tunnels, LIRR, MRA, Triborough, TBTA, or NYCT * Professional ...

GFT.

Resident Engineer - Transit and Rail

Manhattan, NY

$185K - $249K/yr

Perform inspections, observation of field testing and commissioning. * Assist in the preparation ... Experience with MTA, Bridges and Tunnels, LIRR, MRA, Triborough, TBTA, or NYCT * Professional ...

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Asst. Electrical Engr. Rep

Asst. Electrical Engr. Rep

New York City Transit

Brooklyn, NY

$90K/yr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

New York City Transit Authority rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

389th of 668 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Title: Electrical Engineer Series 
First Date of Posting: February 24, 2026 
Last Date of Filing: Open until filled 
Authority: NYCTA     
Department: Subways
Division/Unit: MOW Engineering 
Reports to: Senior Director, Capital Program Development 
Work Location: 130 Livingston Street, Brooklyn, NY    
Hours of Work: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM      
  
Candidates selected for this position may be placed in a competitive or non-competitive class position based on their qualifications. Qualified candidates who are placed in a competitive class position are eligible for the 55-a Program.  Please indicate in your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program.  For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the following link https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page     
  
  
COMPENSATION    
  
  • Assistant Electrical Engineer: $76,279.00
  • Electrical Engineer 1: $90,551.00
  • Electrical Engineer 2: $107,655.00 
  • Electrical Engineer 3: $120,427.00 
 
RESPONSIBILITIES
The selected candidate will be directly involved in overseeing design and construction of capital contracts for rapid transit assets; coordinating design reviews (elevators, escalators, plumbing and utilities) for NYCT Capital Projects; monitoring progress and development of Capital Contracts in Design/Construction; ensuring designs are constructible and maintainable with input from MOW Operating Departments; evaluating punch-list work and recommending for approval or denial of beneficial use and final acceptance; providing for inspection, testing, and evaluation of completed work, and contractor access and protection; providing direct support required to keep NYCT systems operational during construction; conducting design & construction progress meetings with other departments, agencies, and/or contractors. 
   
  
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE    
  
Assistant Electrical Engineer: 
 
  • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in electrical or electronic engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in electrical engineering work; or 
  • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in electrical or electronic engineering technology and three years of full-time satisfactory experience in electrical engineering work; or 
  • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a master’s degree from an accredited college in electrical or electronic engineering. 
 
License Requirements: 
 
A Motor Vehicle Driver’s License valid in the State of New York may be required for certain assignments. If required, this license must be maintained for duration of appointment. 
 
 
 
Electrical Engineer I-III: 
 
A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License and four years of full‐time
experience in electrical engineering. A master's degree in electrical engineering from an
accredited college will be accepted as equivalent to one year of the full‐time experience
in electrical engineering.    
  
**In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in
Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last
three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.
 
 
DESIRED SKILLS    
  
  • Good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Knowledge of the capital design and construction process.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills. Familiarity with MS Office applications.
  • Experience visiting field for initial scope/survey and construction monitoring preferred.
  
     
SELECTION METHOD    
  
Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.    
All appointments, with the exception of the Department of Subways employees on MABSTOA payroll, will be made on the NYCT payroll.     
      
  
OTHER INFORMATION    
  
Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).    
     
  
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY  
   
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.  
 

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