ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE

Provides intermediate-level engineering support to Operations and support department projects in order to deliver service that is reliable, safe, and efficient for Metro customers and employees.\n \n This position supports the planning, coordination and delivery of facilities capital improvement and infrastructure projects, while also providing engineering support for rehabilitation related initiatives. The position assists with project development and coordination, technical analysis and project documentation to ensure facilities and infrastructure are rehabilitated, repairs are improved in a safe, reliable and cost-effective manner.\n \n \nRecruitment Timelines: Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of August 17, 2026. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.\n \n \nExamples of Duties\n \n \n \n

• Compiles and analyzes data for engineering projects; recommends materials and equipment\n
• Provides engineering support for various departments\n
• Reads and interprets system drawings for all lines\n
• Assists in preparing feasibility studies/engineering reports and in managing smaller projects\n
• Develops scopes of work for projects\n
• Prepares plans, sketches, specifications, and estimates for design, construction, and modification of Metro facilities\n
• Reviews consultants' plans, sketches, certifications, and related documents for compliance with Metro standards and requirements\n
• Troubleshoots, modifies, and repairs engineering systems, software, and equipment issues\n
• Develops and researches permanent and sustainable solutions for issues; plans and implements preventive maintenance programs\n
• Prepares project reports and correspondence\n
• Performs project control activities, such as budget and schedule reviews\n
• Develops procedures for maintaining remote terminal units and computer systems for various applications\n
• Provides guidance and assistance to new or entry-level employees in operating engineering systems, software, and equipment\n
• Updates databases and maintains records of changes\n
• Represents Metro with construction/engineering/supplier community\n
• May respond to site emergencies\n

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Electronics, Computer Science, or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred\n, * One year of relevant experience performing engineering work in appropriate discipline; some positions in this class may require specialized experience in area of assignment\n, * Professional Engineer License preferred\n
• A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions\n, Preferred Qualifications (PQs) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as determined by business necessity. These criteria are considered preferred qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position. PQs will help support selection decisions throughout the recruitment. In addition, applicants who possess these PQs will not automatically be selected.\n, * Experience drafting on design and project systems such as Autodesk Computer-Aided Design (AutoCAD), Microsoft Project, and Microsoft PowerPoint\n, Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.\n \n

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• Experience following engineering design standards and applicable codes and regulations\n

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• Experience reviewing and developing engineering drawings, specifications and technical documents\n

\n \nEssential Knowledge\n \n \nKnowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks)\n \n, nAbility to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result)\n \n \n

• Analyze situations, identify problems, and recommend solutions\n
• Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements\n
• Interact professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives\n
• Provide guidance and assistance to new or entry-level staff\n
• Adapt to a flexible work schedule\n
• Learn in a fast-paced environment and with on-the-job training and experience\n
• Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence\n
• Travel to project sites\n
• Read, write, speak, and understand English\n

\n \nSpecial Conditions\n \n \n

• This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements\n
• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job\n
• Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions\n
• This classification is at-will and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the hiring authority when classified as an Intermittent, Emergency, Annuitant, or Temporary employee, is assigned to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) or Board Clerk's Office, and/or reporting directly to the LACMTA Board of Directors\n
• Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out\n, Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro's Equal Employment Opportunity Program. Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices.\n, nAll completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.\n \n Open to the public and all Metro employees\n \n This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.\n \n \nPlease refer to the applicable benefit type (Regular or Temporary)*\n \n \nBENEFITS FOR REGULAR EMPLOYEES\n \n Benefits cover probationary or regular full-time (working at least 40 hrs/week) employees of Metro. \n \n We offer a range of high-quality medical, dental and vision plan options as well as health care spending accounts for you and your family. Metro will cover a significant portion of your health care premiums.\n \n \nMedical/Dental/Vision Plan - Employee has the choice of 3 separate medical plans and 3 dental plans. A separate vision plan is included in each medical plan.\n \n \nGroup Life Insurance - PTSC pays for an amount equal to your annual salary, rounded up to the nearest $1,000. Minimum amount of life insurance is $30,000.\n \n \nAccidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - PTSC provides $50,000 coverage for each employee. Additional voluntary coverage in amounts up to $500,000 is available at favorable premium rates.\n \n \nLong-Term Disability Insurance - 100% employer paid. Provides employees with a minimum income of 60% of earnings after six months of disability. Buy up or buy down options available.\n \n \nHolidays - 12 days a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Cesar E Chavez, Juneteenth,Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.\n \n \nTime off with Pay (TOWP) - Compensates employees who are on approved absence from work for reasons such as illness, injury, medical and dental appointments, personal business, vacation, or observance of (a) religious holiday.\n Years of Service Annual Accrual\n Hire date - 5 years 20 days\n Beginning of 6th - 10th year 25 days\n Beginning of 11th - 15th year 30 days\n Beginning of 16th + years 35 days\n \n \nPension Plan - PTSC retirement plan is the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Vesting is five (5) years. Minimum retirement age is 52, based on the 2% at 62 formula.\n \n \nOther Benefits: Transportation passes for employees and/or eligible dependents; Medicare; Tuition reimbursement; credit union membership; SDI; Deferred Compensation Plan; 401(K) Thrift plan; EAP; Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Flexible work schedules; and Jury Duty Pay.\n