Railroad Civil Engineer II, Project Manager (Limited Term)

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 April 6, 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