What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Engineer position at M&J Engineering?
Overview
Job Title: Senior Engineer
Our Company
M&J is a leading small business professional engineering services firm with offices throughout the Eastern Seaboard and over 300 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At M&J, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you are an experienced professional or a new graduate, you will have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest minds, and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of our industry.
Our Mid-Atlantic Regional Office
M&J’s Mid-Atlantic Regional Office based in Arlington, VA is committed to technical excellence and customer satisfaction in each of the sectors we serve - Federal, International, State and Technology (FIST).
M&J is hiring! Our focus is meeting the continued need for transformational infrastructure renewal in our local communities throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region and internationally. We continue to expand our DMV area and international presence with various opportunities in engineering and construction services. We also invite those who have served in our military to consider M&J when transitioning, as we strongly value the qualities of loyalty, discipline, commitment to excellence, teamwork, integrity, problem solving, caring, and entrepreneurship.
Job DescriptionM&J is currently seeking a Senior Engineer assigned to our Arlington, VA office, who will be working onsite at our project in Washington, DC. For this position, the successful candidate will work on our client’s site for up to five years with the potential for follow-on work in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. The successful candidate will manage the assigned elements of a rail infrastructure project
Overview
The Senior Engineer serves as the onsite M&J representative providing engineering infrastructure and operational project support in support of a Federal construction project in the Washington DC area.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and coordination of civil and structural engineering projects, with a focus on rail transit systems.
- Oversee the preparation of detailed project specifications, plans, and estimates for rail infrastructure projects.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, traffic, and structural engineers to ensure projects meet technical and safety standards.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful completion within scope and on time.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and support staff.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices in all project phases.
- Participate in client meetings and presentations, providing detailed technical reports and recommendations.
- Conduct field inspections and assessments to verify project compliance and resolve on-site issues.
- Prepare and present detailed reports, documentation, and technical specifications to stakeholders and senior management.
- Perform all other position-related duties as assigned.
Required Skills & Experience
- Undergraduate or master’s degree in civil, Structural, Traffic Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.
- 15 years of related work experience, specifically in rail transit infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of industry standards and regulatory guidelines governing rail transit systems.
- Proven experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Proficiency in engineering design software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, etc.).
- Excellent communication, project management, and leadership skills. Salary level is commensurate with applicable experience, education, and certifications.
