Principal Engineer, Standards and Design

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Southern California Regional Rail Authority, the operator of the METROLINK Commuter Rail System, is seeking a Principal Engineer, Design and Standards, who will support the design and ensure compliance with SCRRA design criteria, standards, and specifications of all tracks, civil, and new stations or modified stations. Stations are typically designed, constructed, modified, and maintained by other entities besides SCRRA.

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT : Applications will be reviewed, and those most qualified will be forwarded to the hiring authority for consideration. The first review of applications begins November 3, 2025 . Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This classification is not part of a job series

SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED

• Receives general oversight from the director or executive-level roles
• May have responsibility for supervising and monitoring performance for a group of employees

The 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.

Education and Experience

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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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Physical Requirements

Working Conditions

The position 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 hostile or irate individuals, 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.

Southern California Regional Rail Authority is an Equal Opportunity employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the SCRRA will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

The SCRRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO / ADA PDN-a0254692-9518-4f67-b29e-62d76985b2fa