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Sr. Manager of Electrical Engineering
Sr. Manager of Electrical EngineeringMassachusetts Bay Transportation Authority • Boston, New Hampshire, USA
Sr. Manager of Electrical Engineering

Sr. Manager of Electrical Engineering

Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority • Boston, New Hampshire, USA
15 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

At the MBTA we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe reliable and accessible transportation. MBTAs Core Values are built around safety service equity sustainability and culture. Each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision mission and values. This includes attendance participation and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.

Job Summary

The Senior Manager of Electrical (Power) Engineering is responsible for establishing electrical and power standards electrical and power quality management strategic power planning and development of capital improvement projects repairing and rehabilitating MBTA power and electrical infrastructure systemwide. They will coordinate with other departments and outside agencies as needed to perform comprehensive design reviews and quality management functions as directed; and provide highly complex engineering support to the Engineers Office Maintenance Departments and Capital Delivery.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Liaise with all departments within Engineering & Maintenance such as Transit Facilities Maintenance Power Division Signal Division and Maintenance of Way to assist with :

Coordinating asset end-of-life with capital renewals

  • Developing scopes of work and preliminary engineering for transition to the Capital Delivery Design and Construction Department
  • Developing electrical and power standards system-wide to ensure consistency across all disciplines within the MBTA.
  • Performing engineering and design reviews of work performed by consultants contractors and MBTA engineering staff.
  • Quality Management functions including conducting site inspections of systems and materials to verify quality.
  • Liaise with the Capital Delivery Design and Construction department to assist in performing :
  • Electrical and power associated design review

  • Quality Management functions of power and electrical construction.
  • Developing capital project scopes of work and preliminary engineering
  • Assist with engineering support as directed.
  • Develop electrical standards power system standards and engineering designs at various levels of completion ranging from preliminary or conceptual to final specifications and standards for modifications to MBTA infrastructure.
  • UtilizeestablishedmethodsandprocedurestoensureinfrastructuredesignsareinconformancewithMBTArequirementsandstandards.
  • Advise the Chief Engineers Office of capital investment priorities from a power / electrical asset condition perspective.
  • Develop budgets and reports for proposed projects evaluate various impacts of proposed projects to determine feasibility provide recommendations to executive management and department managers and participate on technical committees and panels.
  • Supports operational facilities real estate and planning functions by examining and identifying deficiencies within existing electrical and power systems preparing recommendations for improvements providing technical advice and guidance reviewing development projects that may impact existing rail systems and facilities and participating in internal audits as needed.
  • Respond or report to work as directed by supervisory personnel for emergencies extreme weather conditions or any other abnormal conditions that impair service or the safety of service twenty-four (24) hours per day seven (7) days per week.
  • Drive a company or personal vehicle to visit work sites and to assist at emergencies and / or events as needed; respond to each inquiry courteously and professionally consistent with the Authoritys customer service quality standard.
  • Minimum Requirements & Qualifications

  • A Bachelors Degree in electrical engineering or a related field from an accredited institution.
  • Five (5) years of experience performing professional electrical engineering work in design estimating construction and contract administration.
  • Two (2) years of experience at the supervisory level.
  • A combination of experience with high voltage AC and / or DC power distribution networks and their associated electrical control systems. Familiarity with control systems hardware and automated control and monitoring systems.
  • Working knowledge of CAD Word Excel mainframe or database applications. Proficient with the use of MS Office PowerPoint and Graphic applications.
  • Effectively communicate with customers employees vendors contractors designers public legislators and state and federal agencies.
  • Have excellent customer service conflict resolution negotiation and communication (speaking and writing) skills.
  • Effective organizational analytical confidentiality quantitative multi-tasking and time management skills.
  • Possession of a valid drivers license without infractions under MBTA policy.
  • Have the ability to work any shifts and / or locations assigned or directed.
  • Be available to work twenty-four (24) hours per day seven (7) days per week 365 days per year.
  • Have the ability to supervise and work effectively with a diverse workforce.
  • Preferred Experience and Required Skills

  • A Massachusetts Professional Engineering (PE) license (or the ability to become registered in Massachusetts within 6 months).
  • A Masters Degree in electrical engineering management business administration or a related field from an accredited institution.
  • Experience with transit system operations and construction.
  • Familiarity with gas turbine and generator operations and maintenance procedures.
  • Experience managing Projects with MS Project 2013 or Primavera P3; resource loading within such construction schedules.
  • Job Conditions :

  • Ability to effectively read comprehend communicate and respond to instructions orders signs notices inquiries English.
  • Be at least eighteen (18) years of age except if participating in an approved high school internship / co-op program.
  • Ability to commute to assigned work locations in the Boston MA metro area as required by the role.
  • Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences.
  • Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a diverseworkforce team (or supervise if required).
  • Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers.
  • Ability to adhere to rules regulations collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) and policies of the MBTA including the EEO anti-discrimination anti-harassment and anti-retaliation policies.
  • Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if current student or recent graduate) including overall employment job performance discipline and safety records (infractions and / or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection).
  • Ability to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check comprehensive background screening and / or medical Clinic screening potentially including physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings.
  • Ability to work all shifts and / or locations assigned directed or necessary for this position including (for some transit / operations roles) up to twenty-four (24) hours per day seven (7) days per week as necessary to accommodate severe weather conditions emergencies or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the safety of service.
  • Intern / co-op staff must be enrolled full or part-time in an accredited educational program and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 for the entire duration of the internship / co-op. Additionally interns / co-ops must have valid work authorization and U.S. Social Security Numberprior to starting their positions and throughout the duration of their program.
  • Disclaimers and Definitions :

  • General Disclaimer : The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe a summary general nature and complexity of typical job functions and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties tasks and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position.
  • Application Completion : It is each applicants responsibility to ensure application details are entered completely and correctly including updated work and education histories (past and current). Incomplete applications may not be considered. Attachments do not substitute for application fields. The recruitment team does not have access to existing employee data / history.
  • Application Deadlines : Applicants should apply as soon as possible as the MBTA may stop considering applicants after a sufficiently large applicant pool is established.
  • Work Environment : The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here-in are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. See job description for role-specific requirements.
  • Work Eligibility : All employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States and on an unrestricted MBTA does not have an employer work sponsorship program. However if you have unrestricted work authorization or are sponsored by a separate entity you are welcome to all persons hired will require a U.S. Social Security Number prior to starting the position and employees will be required to complete a Form I-9 to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the U.S.
  • Interviews : Candidates should ensure they arrive on time are prepared can remain for the duration and if remote are in a quiet place without distraction for the interview. Candidates who do not attend their interview without advance authorization including an email confirmation of a rescheduled time / date from Human Resources will be considered a no-show and disqualified from consideration for the position. Related to rescheduling on a one-time basis and due to something emergent you may be allowed to reschedule the addition Human Resources may require documentation supporting the request. However should you need to reschedule you will need to contact your Recruiter directly by email.
  • Safety Sensitive Positions : Employees working in this classification will be subject to periodic physical examinations plus random drug and alcohol testing.
  • On-call or 24 / 7 Positions : Employees working in this classification must be available to respond to page / text / call and report to work as determined by assigned department or the Authority.
  • Essential / Emergency Staff : During declared states of emergency employees working in this classification are required to report to work for their assigned work hours or as directed by management.
  • ADA Accommodations : The MBTA makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during this process please contact the MBTAs ADA Unit at or .
  • Diversity Equity and Inclusion : The MBTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. For terms descriptions and definitions related to diversity equity inclusion veteran status and immediate family members that you may find on the application form please visit / Co-Op Benefits : Employees taking part in an internship orco-opat the MBTA are eligible to receive accrued paid sick leave as well as a monthly transportation pass based on the city from which the intern / co-opcommutes to workat no cost. However no additional benefits are currently offered for interns orco-ops.
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