Deputy General Manager-Operations Engineering Job ID: 10537 Business Unit: Long Island Rail Road Location: Various, United States Regular/Temporary: Regular Department: Operations Engineering Date Posted: Feb 11, 2025 Description Job Information Title: Deputy General Manager Operations Engineering Department: Maintenance of Equipment Post Date: 02/10/2025 Close Date: 02/24/2025 Hay Point Evaluation: 904 Salary Range: $123,960 - $161,297 Position Classification: Safety Sensitive Location: Queens Reports To: General Manager – Fleet Engineering This is a Non-Represented Position. This position is eligible for teleworking which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire. Please note that this position has been designated as a “Policy Maker” pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics. As such, you will be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement that will be provided to you by the New York State Joint Commission on Public Ethics. Summary This position is responsible for directing the ongoing activities of the equipment engineering function for the existing LIRR rail car fleet, which includes mechanical, electrical and electronic engineering activities. Responsibilities: Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: + Direct and coordinate the equipment engineering functions (mechanical, electrical, electronic) in support of all ongoing rail car and locomotive maintenance activities and modification programs. + Provide direction to subordinate staff in developing equipment maintenance procedures, inspection criteria, and running repair activities consistent with the needs of passenger service as well as FRA regulations. + Properly develop, modify and document all equipment engineering recommendations through maintenance instruction letters and equipment change orders. + Serve as a senior staff member of the MofE Department. Ensures department/company policies are administered in a fair and equitable manner. + Select, develop and motivate personnel within the department. Provide career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Responsible for discipline/termination of employees when necessary. Review direct reports and approve performance appraisals. Promote safe work practices and provide safe working conditions. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential. + Ensure a safe working environment and adherence to guidelines of company safety policies and procedures. Lead by example. + Perform other assignments as requested by Senior Management. Qualifications A) • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial). In lieu of degree candidates with 14 years of related rail engineering experience. Experience may be considered. • Must possess 10 years progressively responsible rail engineering experience. • Must have extensive knowledge of rail car equipment and components. • Must have working experience on equipment design, preventive maintenance program planning and technical services. • Must have general knowledge of labor agreements concerning shop and field activities. • Must have sound administrative background as well as implementing and administering company policies and procedures. • Working knowledge of relevant FRA/AAR Rules and Procedures. • Must be able to demonstrate effective communication skills (oral/written/interpersonal) as well as demonstrated sound judgement skills with a high level of integrity and proven leadership, management capabilities. • Incumbent may have equivalent work experience of a minimum 15 year progressively responsible rail engineering experience may be considered in lieu of a degree, subject to approval. B) • A PE license is preferred Other Information In addition to meeting the minimum requirements of the position, the selection process may include but is not limited to a pre-screening assessment (i.e., physical, written and/ or practical evaluation) and interview. Candidates forfeit further consideration in the process if they fail to participate in any step of the process when scheduled. Make up dates/times will not be given. In addition, LIRR employee applicants must be in their current position for the 12 months immediately preceding the close date of this posting and must possess a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record. A record of more than ten sick days without medical documentation in two of the last three years is considered unsatisfactory attendance. Not all qualified applicants are guaranteed an interview due to the competitive selection process. A medical examination and safety-sensitive drug/alcohol test may also be required. Equal Employment Opportunity MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.