Technical Project Manager

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 culture and accessibility and each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision mission and includes attendance participation and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is a leading provider of public transportation services in North America and the 4th largest agency in the United States. Serving Boston Massachusetts and the surrounding communitieswe provide and are responsible for multi-modal transit operations within Greater Boston including commuter rail service that extends beyond the core of the MBTA service area.

As a key driver for the greater MBTA mission the Vehicle Engineering (VE) Department is responsible for new fleet initiatives as well as investigating and implementing innovative vehicle enhancements to ensure all vehicles meet their intended service life. We work collaboratively with other departments we strive to provide continuous improvements to safety reliability and efficiency for all of the MBTAs passenger line with these efforts VE has an extensive new project portfolio for the procurement of state of the art (revolutionary) vehicles (Bus Commuter Rail Light Rail Heavy Rail and Ferry) that provide safe clean efficient and reliable transportation for the communities serviced as well as implement innovative technologies during vehicle midlife overhaul.

VE is looking for highly motivated detail oriented and energetic Technical Project Managers to join our this role you will lead the development of specifications oversee vehicle compliance testing and certification evaluate vehicle long term reliability and make decisions emerging technology through pilot initiatives undertaken to test products and improve vehicle fleets. The selected candidate(s) will have the opportunity to be involved with all aspects of new vehicle and/or overhaul vehicle procurement programs as assigned.

• Assist the Senior Project Manager in managing the development of technical specifications related commercial terms and the technical portion of bid evaluations for overhaul and procurement programs.
• Assist in the development of work scopes and budgets for technical consultants and subsequent consultant selections and in the coordination of technical project activities in the Operations Directorate.
• Provide ongoing oversight and technical direction of new vehicle and/or overhaul procurement programs.
• Manage all professional engineering services which support vehicle programs.
• Ensure that all inventory levels equipment and facilities under their control are protected in safe operating condition.
• Drive a company or personal vehicle to visit work sites.
• Assist in managing an Authority staff consisting of engineers and administrative personnel.
• Assist in the development of long-range planning of vehicle requirements to ensure budgetary goals are met and that all work is performed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Respond either directly or through others to emergencies twenty-four (24) hours per day seven (7) days per week.
• Respond to each inquiry in a courteous and professional manner consistent with the Authoritys customer service quality standard.
• Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.

Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.

Supervision

• None

• A Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Five (5) years of experience in subway/bus vehicle maintenance and/or engineering in the transportation industry.
• One (1) year of related experience leading and supervising staff and consultants and/or large projects
• Effective organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent customer service and presentation skills.
• The ability to use Word Excel Database or Main Frame applications.
• Be available to work twenty-four (24) hours per day seven (7) days per week.
• The ability to work with a diverse workforce.
• Must possess a valid drivers license.

Substitutions

• A high school diploma or GED with an additional seven (7) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelors degree requirement.
• An associates degree from an accredited institution and an additional three (3) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelors degree requirement.
• A masters degree in a related subject substitutes for two (2) years of general experience.
• A nationally recognized certification or statewide/professional certification in a related field substitutes for one year of experience.

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 pre-employment screenings / pre-boarding working in their positions and throughout the duration of their program.

Disclaimers and Definitions:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Application Deadlines:Applicants should apply as soon as possible as the MBTA may stop considering applicants after a sufficiently large applicant pool is established.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. Safety Sensitive Positions:Employees working in this classification will be subject to periodic physical examinations plus random drug and alcohol testing.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. 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 .
11. 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.