Principal Equipment Engineering Project Manager

Njtransit

Newark, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Budgeting, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Engineering, Engineering Consulting, Engineering Management, Identify Issues, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Process Improvement, Procurement Specifications, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Request for Proposals (RFP), Requirements Management, Research & Development (R&D), Resource Management, Retirement Plan, Set Goals, Time Management
LOCATION
Newark, NJ
POSTED
16 days ago

Principal Equipment Engineering Project Manager

Capital Programs

Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, youll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time-and were looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible.

SUMMARY:

  • The Principal Equipment Engineering Project Manager is responsible for leading and managing complex engineering projects related to equipment design, development, installation, and maintenance.
  • Oversee a team of engineers, set project goals and timelines, coordinate resources, and ensure project deliverables are met.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Research and Development, to ensure seamless integration of equipment into production processes.
  • Additionally, may provide technical expertise, troubleshoot issues, and implement process improvements to optimize equipment performance and efficiency.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Manages the day-to-day project schedule for the design and build and/or design and overhaul of Rail vehicle equipment.
  • Assigns and supervises the activities of a consultant engineering firm throughout all phases of the vehicle procurement, from Request for Proposal (RFP) through build and warranty.
  • Develops, prepares and implements force account budgets to an accuracy, adequate for the completion of a vehicle program.
  • Monitors the project to ensure timely cost-effective activity and initiates corrective action as required.
  • Ensures that effective mechanisms for planning and resource allocation for the project are implemented.
  • Participates in the development of technical specifications for the procurement of revenue and non-revenue Rail equipment.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related area.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

  • Six (6) years of progressive responsible experience in maintenance, repair, and/or design of Rail vehicle equipment.

At NJ TRANSIT, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:

  • Comprehensive Family Health Insurance - Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
  • Retirement Plans
  • 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
  • 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
  • 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan

NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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