Electrical Engineering Manager

Job Summary

The 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 Chief Engineer's 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 review 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.
• Utilize established methods and procedures to ensure infrastructure designs are in conformance with MBTA requirements and standards.
• Advise the Chief Engineer's 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 in 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 in a courteous and professional manner consistent with the Authority's customer service quality standard.
• Uphold the rights and interests of a workforce by ensuring the fair and consistent application and strict adherence to the rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable), and policies of the Authority including the EEO, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Harassment and Anti-Retaliation policies.
• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications

• A Bachelor's 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.
• One (1) year 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 driver's license without infractions in accordance with MBTA policy.
• Have the ability to work any and all 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 Master's Degree in electrical, civil, structural, mechanical engineering, facilities management, business administration, or a related field from an accredited college.
• Experience with transit system 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, etc. in English
• Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a 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 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 medical Clinic screening, potentially including a 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

Disclaimers and Definitions

• 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.
• Applicants should apply as soon as possible, as the MBTA may stop considering applicants after a sufficiently large applicant pool is established.
• 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.
• Although the MBTA is an all employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer and on an unrestricted basis (the MBTA does not sponsor non-US citizens).
• However, if you have an unrestricted work authorization, or sponsored by a separate entity, you are welcome to apply for open positions.
• International students taking part in CPT / STEM / OPT programs through a university are eligible for internships and co-ops with the MBTA.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to complete a Form I-9 to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the U.S.
• 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 interview.
• In 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.
• Employees working in this classification will be subject to periodic physical examinations plus random drug and alcohol testing.
• 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.
• 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.
• The MBTA makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during this process, please contact the MBTA's ADA Unit at or
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