Dir, Elect & Mech Eng Design

The final salary will depend on the candidate's qualifications. Those with 8 years or more of required experience can expect offers up to the midpoint of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges so candidates can consider their growth potential.

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Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

The Capital Project Delivery team is responsible for the execution of design and construction projects in Metra's Capital Program. Major areas of ongoing project activity include: Stations & Parking (new stations, major rehabs, smaller updates); Bridges (repairs, upgrades, complete replacements); and Metra Facilities (yard facilities, mechanical shops, office buildings; crew facilities). The team also provides design expertise in various engineering disciplines for track, infrastructure, structure and signal work involving other railroads.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Capital Project Delivery, the Director, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Design plans, directs, and controls electrical, mechanical, and traction power capital design and construction projects on all eleven Metra commuter rail lines including yards, shops, railroad facilities, administrative buildings, and Metra headquarters. The primary duties include function as Metra's lead engineer for mechanical, electrical, and traction power design packages, coordinating the work of consulting engineers and other professional staff performing planning, design, or investigative functions. Direct staff of engineers engaged in the design, planning, field studies, preparation of documents including specifications, drawings, technical calculations, scope, schedule, and budgets for the procurement of electrical, mechanical, and traction power designs and systems. Review electrical and mechanical plans of other departments and coordinate work with officials or public and private agencies. Identify, investigate, estimate, and recommend replacement of antiquated, obsolete, and inefficient electrical and mechanical systems in yards, facilities, and at the agency's headquarters. Review designs and technical drawings, change orders, and contract modifications for accuracy and compliance with federal and municipal regulations and codes, design standards, and project specifications; and negotiate costs. Approve time off, coordinate staff schedules, fill vacancies as necessary, and ensure compliance with departmental and company policies and objectives. Decide/implement staffing decisions, performance evaluations, and performance improvement, disciplinary, and/or termination procedures. Make recommendations regarding hiring, performance evaluations, disciplinary
and/or termination procedures. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.

1. Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a school accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET).
2. In addition to #1, must have a minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible electrical or mechanical engineering experience in the design, construction, and maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems including: power, lighting, HVAC, compressed air, fueling, industrial controls, and other electrical and mechanical systems. Must have experience in substation and traction power design.
3. Must have five years of direct supervisory experience that includes day-to-day employee management, assigning tasks, providing guidance and training, monitoring performance, conflict management, hiring, discipline and/or termination.
4. Comprehensive knowledge of electrical and mechanical engineering design, construction, and maintenance principles and practices.
5. Comprehensive knowledge of local electrical and NFPA70/NEC Codes.
6. Considerable knowledge of AC/DC traction power distribution systems.
7. Considerable knowledge of switch gears, rectifiers, supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and programmable logic controllers (PLC) systems.
8. Considerable knowledge of applicable computer software packages and applications, including CAD.
9. Good knowledge of HVAC system design.
10. Functional knowledge of budgetary processes and basic accounting principles.
11. Considerable organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
12. Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with all levels of management, employees, external groups, and organizations.
13. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
14. Demonstrated skills in project management methods, practices, and procedures.
15. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis in Word and Excel.
16. Ability to develop and implement policy and work methods, practices, and procedures.
17. Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain strict confidentiality.
18. Ability to review project deliverables in design and construction computer software packages and applications, including CAD.
19. A valid Illinois Professional Engineer license required.
20. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
21. Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit, for extended periods of time.
22. Hearing/Visual acuity, far/near, depth perception, field of vision, color vision.
23. Must be able to operate a vehicle.
24. Must be willing to travel within and outside Metra's 6-county region.
25. Must be available to work flexible hours in the early morning, late afternoon, evenings, or weekends.

Preferences:

1. Experience working in the railroad or transportation industry is strongly preferred.

Metra employees in an active review period under the current discipline policy or who have documented attendance or performance issues will not be considered and/or selected for this position.

Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and employees' use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for pre-employment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.

Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Metra is committed to ensuring that our career website and recruiting process are accessible to all individuals. If you encounter difficulties or limitations in using or accessing our online application, or if you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, participate in interviews, complete any pre-employment testing, or engage in any other aspect of the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to RAC@Metrarr.com.licants and employees' use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for preemployment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.

Metra is committed to ensuring that our career website and recruiting process are accessible to all individuals. If you encounter difficulties or limitations in using or accessing our online application, or if you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, participate in interviews, complete any pre-employment testing, or engage in any other aspect of the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to RAC@Metrarr.com.

Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability, or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.