Principal Engineer, Design and Standards
Company: Metrolink
Location: Pomona
Posted on: May 8, 2022
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Job Description:
PURPOSE OF POSITIONThe Principal Engineer, Design and Standards
will support the design and assure compliance with SCRRA design
criteria, standards and specifications of all track, civil and new
stations or modified stations. Stations are typically designed,
constructed, modified and maintained by other entities besides
SCRRA. TO APPLY: This is a continuous recruitment with the first
review of applications beginning April 26, 2022. Interested
applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.DISTINGUISHING
CHARACTERISTICSThis classification is not part of a job series.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVEDReceives general oversight from
director or executive level rolesMay have responsibility for
supervising and monitoring performance for a group of employeesThe
duties listed below are intended to describe the general nature and
level of work being performed and are not to be interpreted as an
exhaustive list of responsibilities.Manage Consultant Design
Support Services Contract.Review and assure compliance with
Railroad design requirements for all projects in the design phase
and provide design support for Projects in the construction
phase.Manage key railroad documents including track charts,
composite maps, and as-built drawings. Develop and maintain
Standard Plans and Standard Specification and related
manuals.Manage key railroad records files including CPUC/FRA
database and Grade Crossing assetsAct as Project Manager for
structure and culvert rehabilitation projects and manage
consultants performing structure and culvert design and condition
ratings.Assure compliance with FRA's Bridge Management Program and
that SCRRA's structures and culverts assets are kept in a state of
good repair.Oversee and coordinate Railroad High -Wide Heavy Load
movements.Act as Railroad engineering subject matter expert with
internal and external clients.Develop railroad engineering
standards, specifications and processes: review internal and
external design plans and specifications for compliance with
Railroad requirements, inspect and review on-going construction and
maintenance work for compliance with Railroad requirements. Serve
as task or project manager on various complex engineering and
construction projects. Proactively manage scope, budget, schedule,
functional quality, internal and external impacts and assure
projects are designed and constructed safely with no or minimal
impacts to railroad operations.Manage consultant contracts,
contract task orders, schedule, cost and scope.Coordinate the work
of consultants for the Capital Program including Capital
Maintenance and new Capital Construction improvements.Coordinate
with internal departments, provide technical review of the design
work, manage task orders and monitor schedules for design, and
compile and review project cost estimates.Coordinate preliminary
planning for civil and railroad engineering projects, site visits,
determining the scope of work, estimating engineering cost,
estimating labor and materials, providing information to the
project engineer to assist in determining whether project design or
construction can be done in-house or contracted outside.Manage the
development of railroad engineering processes, standards and
specifications, maintain these documents to keep current and
relevant with industry best practices; review internal and external
design plans and specifications for compliance with Railroad
requirements.Direct small or short deadline project designs.Work
with outside agencies to ensure real estate leases, licenses,
easements and construction agreements after reviewing and giving
project approval.Represent the Authority at public and joint
department meetings; make presentations to groups including the
Board of Directors.Provide engineering support for SCRRA
maintenance and rehabilitation projects and activities.Develop a
team environment, among division personnel, other SCRRA departments
and contractors.Plan, manage, and direct the work of staff and
consultants; effectively supervising, coaching and training.Perform
other related duties as assigned.Education and ExperienceBachelor's
Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a closely related
field. A minimum of (3) three years of design or construction
experience with a Commuter/Passenger or Class 1 Freight Railroad or
as a consultant or contractor working on long term assignments
involving Commuter/Passenger or Class 1 Freight Railroad Projects.
A minimum of six (6) years of relevant and progressively increasing
experience in the area of construction, or engineering. Experience
must include at least two (2) years of contract management of
engineering or construction projects and two years of experience
managing the work of staff or consultants. A minimum four (4) years
of experience as a designer/engineer of civil, transportation and
preferably railroad or transit facilities.A combination of
training, education and or experience that provides the required
knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered when determining
minimum qualifications. Advanced relevant coursework may also
substitute for a portion of required experience.Pass Roadway Worker
Protection (RWP) and Railroad General Code of Operating Rules
(GCOR) within one year of employmentCalifornia Professional
Engineers LicenseValid Class "C" California driver's license with a
satisfactory driving record of no more than 3 moving violations and
no DUI's within the last 3 yearsKnowledge, Skills, and
AbilitiesKnowledge of:FRA's Bridge Management ProgramPublic sector
and SCRRASkilled in:Excellent communication, interpersonal,
decision making and problem-solving skillsMicrosoft officeAbility
to:Work independently, manage multiple concurrent engineering tasks
or projects both in the office and in the field effectively and
critically analyze information are essential to successPhysical
RequirementsTransition between a stationary position at a desk or
work location and move about Metrolink facilities or other work
site locationsOperate tools to perform the duties of the position;
such as computers, office equipment and work-related
machineryTransport equipment or boxes up to 25lbsExchange ideas by
means of communicationVisual acuity to detect, identify and observe
employees or train movement and any barriers to movement when
working on or near railroad tracks Hear and perceive the nature of
sounds when working on or near railroad tracksBalance,
ascend/descend, climb, kneel, stoop, bend, crouch or crawl within
assigned working conditions and or locationsWorking
ConditionsPosition requires work in a normal office environment
with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, or temperature. Work
may also be conducted in outdoor environments, at construction
sites, Railroad Track and Right-of-Way environments, and warehouse
environments, with possible exposure to individuals who are hostile
or irate, moving mechanical parts, and loud noises (85+ decibels,
such as heavy trucks, construction, etc.)Selection Process:
Following a review of resumes and/or applications, the most highly
qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection
process. Eligible applicants will be notified of the exact time and
place of assessments and interview. Candidates will be interviewed
to determine their relative knowledge, skills and ability in job
related areas. Offers of employment may be contingent upon
successful completion of a reference check, including degree
verification and criminal records check provided through SCRRA.
Internal Candidates: Employees with active discipline as defined in
the HR Policy No. 5.3 Positive Discipline Program and/or with
performance that does not meet the standard for "meets
expectations" as defined in the Performance Planning and Appraisal
Process may be precluded from consideration and placement in the
position. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act,
the SCRRA will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified
individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and
current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the
employer. The SCRRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO/ADA
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