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Resident Engineer - Rail & Transit

TYLin
York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/26/2026
TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job Summary

Our Construction Management team is currently seeking a Resident Engineer for work on various rail, transit and other infrastructure projects. The Resident Engineer will manage the daily observation of the contractor operations.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Oversee staff in the inspection and construction management of rail infrastructure projects.
  • Chair meetings and prepare minutes of meetings.
  • Review manning reports, payroll certifications and other labor documentation from the contractor.
  • Perform review of Contractor’s schedules, Baseline and updates, in coordination with CCM and NYCT project and program direction.
  • Review Contractor’s Work Plans.
  • Monitor Contractor compliance with the Contractor’s Safety and Health Plan and with specific Safe Work Plans.
  • Monitor and ensure Contractor’s compliance with the approved Contractor’s Quality Plan.
  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or closely related field.
  • 10 years of experience in Resident Engineer activities and managing construction field teams.
  • Experience in MTA-New York City Transit, Metro North Railroad, NJ Transit or Long Island Railroad construction projects, Project Management Procedures (PMP’s) and Project Management Guidelines (PMG’s) familiarity a plus.
  • OSHA 30-hour safety course.
  • Candidate must have the reliable transportation.
  • Licensed professional engineer a plus.
  • Strong commitment to innovation by creating new and better ways to solve clients’ toughest challenges.
  • High levels of integrity, always doing the right thing in an ethical, fair, and sustainable way.
  • Demonstrated experience of collaboration in a diverse and inclusive team, working together toward technical excellence.

Additional Information

TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $117,00 - $175,900 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.

TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.

Salary : $11,700 - $175,900

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