Railroad Civil Engineer II, Project Manager (Limited Term)

Metrolink

Pomona, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$92,606–$143,540 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Civil Engineering, Construction Design, Documentation, Employee Benefits, Facilities and Maintenance, Funding, Government Grants, Life Insurance, Maintain Compliance, Project Engineering, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Public Works, Regulatory Requirements, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Pomona, CA
POSTED
4 days ago
PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Railroad Civil Engineer II will work closely with other staff and consultants to perform project engineering and project management duties for railroad design projects. This position will also be the subject matter expert on a variety of projects including plan reviews, preparation of various applications for environmental documentation and agreements with local agencies, railroads and third parties involving public works construction, station design, grade crossings, grade separations and utilities to ensure compliance with railroad engineering standards and regulatory requirements. This position will be involved in managing projects and tasks as part of the Southern California Optimized Rail Expansion Program (SCORE), a multi-year program to increase the capacity of the regional rail system by adding double-tracking, station platforms, grade-crossing improvements, signal respacing, and maintenance facilities.

This is a Limited Term position not to exceed five (5) years. This position is funded in whole or in part through federal, state, or other governmental grants that are limited by time or funding. Limited-term positions may be eliminated upon expiration of the term, cessation of funding, or due to business needs. Subject to funding availability and business necessity, the Limited Term may be extended. Limited-term employees receive all benefits provided to full-time employees, including but not limited to retirement, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

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 March 17, 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the career level of the Railroad Civil Engineer series. At this level, the incumbent has some latitude for independent judgment and may vary work methods and procedures, but usually within prescribed parameters.  

SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED
  • Receives supervision from departmental management/supervisory level roles
  • No formal supervisory responsibilities

About the Company

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Metrolink

METROLINK CAREERS

 

JOIN OUR TEAM

With a shared purpose and commitment to excellence, we strive to motivate and challenge our employees to explore the limits of their potential. We promote a culture of innovation, safety, team-work, collaboration, and respect. We strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds,skills and experiences and actively eliminate disparities through inclusive hiring practices, that acknowledge the contributions and potential of all candidates.
 

WHO WE ARE

Advancing the well-being of our riders, our communities, and our planet, one ride at a time.

Metrolink is Southern California’s regional passenger rail service. As a leader in sustainable transportation and a force for equity and economic prosperity, we work hard every day to make our region more accessible by train. We improve the quality of life for all of our communities by empowering riders to choose how they travel and connecting people to greater opportunity and new experiences. As a result, our riders get where they need to go without worrying about access to transportation or sitting in traffic. Metrolink counts nearly 12 million annual boardings, removes an estimated 9.3 million vehicles from the road and reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 130,000 metric tons with our fleet of Tier 4 clean technology locomotives each year.

 
Metrolink Employee in Safety Gear

WHAT'S IT LIKE WORKING AT METROLINK?

Our employees stand at the very heart of our success – they devote their ideas, creativity, knowledge and entrepreneurial spirit to ensuring a great customer experience. We support and develop our employees through targeted, customized, professional development and a healthy work-life balance, a culture focused on innovation and connecting people to opportunity.

 

OUR VALUES

People & Safety

Safety is foundational. Everything we do demonstrates an appreciation for quality of life, and every act values the lives of our employees, contractors, co-workers, customers, and communities.

Quality

We operate on best practices and principles with a continued focus on providing high-quality service to our customers every day on every ride.

Efficiency

As responsible stewards of public funds, we embrace innovative solutions and continuous improvement for the lowest cost and most efficient operations.

Growth

We continuously seek creative, progressive, and collaborative solutions to promote investment, develop partnerships, and increase capacity to improve the mobility of Southern Californians.

 

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Invest In Wellness

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
  • Accessible Health Coaching
  • Flexible Savings Account
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Work-life balance

 

Access Greater Opportunity

  • Network & Connection
  • Professional Development
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Community Volunteer
  • Opportunities

 

Plan for The Future

  • Retirement Planning
  • CalPERS
  • Railroad Retirement Board
  • 457 Plan
  • Transportation pass
  • Paid Time Off

 

The Metrolink Internship programs are a unique opportunity for current college students, recent grads and those enrolled in specialized program, to gain real world experience, work with industry leaders and exercise practical application of academic studies. Our interns work closely with our team members on agency wide projects to advance their technical, personal, and leadership skills, while enhancing mobility of Southern Californians.

INTERNSHIPS & PROGRAMS

The Metrolink Internship programs are a unique opportunity for current college students, recent grads and those enrolled in specialized program, to gain real world experience, work with industry leaders and exercise practical application of academic studies. Our interns work closely with our team members on agency wide projects to advance their technical, personal, and leadership skills, while enhancing mobility of Southern Californians.

 

 
COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Travel, Transportation and Tourism
FOUNDED
1992
WEBSITE
http://www.metrolinktrains.com/