Field Engineer

Description

Position at Long Island Rail Road

Job Title : Field Engineer

Department : Engineering

MTA Agency : Long Island Rail Road

Primary Location(s) : Hillside, NY

100% Hourly Rate of Pay : $42.64 (See Wage Progression Chart)

Regulated / Safety Sensitive : Safety Sensitive

Union Affiliation : BRS 241

Closing Date (if applicable) : 11 / 10 / 2025

Shift (if applicable) : Day

Telework Eligible : No

Chartered in 1834, the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) is the largest, busiest, and oldest continuously operating commuter railroad in the United States. In 2024, this 24 / 7 / 365 operation served 75.5 million riders on a system that stretches nearly 120 miles - from Penn Station and Grand Central Madison in Manhattan to Montauk on the eastern tip of Long Island.

JOB SUMMARY :

Responsible to protect the interests of the LIRR by providing engineering services and construction inspection during construction projects or operations being performed by outside contractors who are operating on or adjacent to the LIRR Right of Way. Assist the Project Engineer / Manager in investigation, inspections, review of submittals, comments and prepare related correspondence as necessary regarding inspection findings to 3rd party contractors. Perform all investigations; and prepare reports and inspections of LIRR physical plant structures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Perform coordination and inspection of NYSDOT, NYCDOT and / or Third Party Contractors, and LIRR in-house forces during construction operations, which are on or adjacent to the LIRR ROW.
• Perform any assigned inspections of the physical plant of the LIRR (i.e., bridges, stations, platforms, culverts retaining walls, facilities, fences, concrete testing, etc.)
• Inspect the daily operations of any assigned maintenance contracts to include special work which may be required. Assist Project Engineer, Assistant Manager, and Managers with the review of project submittals and preparing responses, review F / A estimates, review 3rd Party estimates, agreements, and utility mark-out coordination as required. Prepare files, documents, and reports as per ISO 9001- 2000 standards.
• Attend seminars related to the professional field, LIRR training courses, and any other approved continuing education programs. Impart technical knowledge to peers and colleagues throughout the Engineering Department.
• Actively participate in creation and maintenance of a safe work environment following corporate and Engineering Department guidelines and safety policies. Lead by example.
• Perform tasks as requested by Sr. Management including but not limited to report writing, document review & response, emergency inspection, accident investigations.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Wage Progression Rates-Hired on or After 9 / 25 / 2014

Step 1- 80%

Step 2- 90%

Step 3- 100%

Employees Hired Prior to 9 / 24 / 2014

Step 1- 80%

Step 2- 90%

Step 3- 100%

BENEFITS :

OTHER INFORMATION :

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY / ADA DISCLAIMER :

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply. If you require reasonable accommodation for a medical condition or disability to participate in the job application or interview process, please notify your MTA representative once you have been contacted regarding the role.