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# Senior Technical Specialist 1

- **Company:** Metropolitan Transportation Authority
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $101,896.0 - $127,370.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Systems Engineering, Information Systems, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, System Testing, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-technical-specialist-1-new-york-ny--65f3ec6b-c52d-4832-ab14-8f339b5333ce

## About the Role

Construction, MTA, Willing to Travel, Customer Experience, Capital Project, Construction Projects, Centralized Operations/Management, Project Lifecycle, Analysis Skills, Technical/Engineering Design, Bachelor of Science degree in an appropriate technical discipline or an equivalent subject. Various fields may include, but are not limited to, Computer Science, Information Systems/Technology, Computer, Communications, Electrical, Electronics, Signals, or Systems Engineering/Technology.

Must have a minimum of eight (8) years of related experience.

Must have a minimum of two (2) years in a managerial or supervisory role and/or project manager role in a large, multi-faceted organization and/or with highly complex systems.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Competencies:

Experience performing site inspections, system testing activities, overseeing equipment installation, documenting test results, site conditions, and project activities, coordinating with Agency Owner and contractor staff, and responding to contractor requests for information.

PMP or relevant technical certifications are desirable.

NYS Licensed Professional Engineer is a plus.

Knowledge of the capital design and construction process.

Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the proficient use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Proficiency in current design and engineering software is required.

Experience visiting the field for initial scope/survey and construction oversight preferred.

## Description

Senior Technical Specialist 1 will be involved in all MTA C&D project lifecycle phases, including planning, scheduling, analysis, design, technical specifications, and reports.

Responsibilities

The role will entail some of these typical duties:

Designs/supervise various aspects of a project for MTA systems and infrastructure.

Performs technical and feasibility studies, including analyzing historical data, surveys, reports, and as-builts to create innovative design projects.

Reviews designs, performs/supervises tests and assessments of equipment, software, and materials, and functions/reviews technical calculations.

Conducts/supervises site visits to obtain existing conditions and correctly identify project design and delivery risks.

Plans and coordinates required approval documentation and permits where applicable.

Provides/supervises technical field support for system/equipment installation and related project construction.

Manages a small team of technical staff.

Embraces mentoring from senior staff.

Adheres to corporate quality control standards within the area of technical expertise.

Coordinates with in-house engineering disciplines and other areas of technical expertise as needed.