Description
Ready to make a real impact in Silicon Valley’s transportation future? Join Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA)'s Engineering and Program Delivery (EPD) Division as a Senior Transportation Engineer – Utilities and lead the planning and execution of major utility and transit infrastructure projects that keep our region moving.
What You'll Be Doing:
Definition
Under direction, to have charge of varied and difficult engineering work involving the supervision of a professional transportation engineering staff engaged in a variety of activities, such as the planning and design of transportation systems and facilities, the operation of transit systems, special studies or services, and other transportation projects.
Essential Job Functions:
Typical Tasks
- Supervises and directs projects in connection with the planning, design, construction, maintenance and operation of transportation systems including fixed guideways, highway transit, bicycle, airport, and other facilities;
- Supervises the design function, structural analyses and field surveys;
- Makes traffic engineering studies;
- Conducts transit planning and supervises the scheduling of transit operations;
- Supervises the preparation specifications and related documents used in advertising transportation projects for bids;
- Coordinates technical information exchanges with officials of other governmental jurisdictions, other transportation specialists and the public;
- Coordinates with utilities and land and water companies in matters of relocation and rights-of-ways;
- Coordinates legal assistance in the preparation of resolutions, agreements and other legal documents;
- Conducts special studies, and performs related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
Employment Standards
Training and experience equivalent to graduation from college with major work in engineering and five years professional engineering experience on transportation systems or projects, including assignments which provided the opportunity to demonstrate supervisory abilities.
Registration as a professional engineer in the State of California in a field related to transportation engineering at the time of appointment.
Supplemental Information:
Knowledge of:
- Methods, materials and equipment used in the design, construction and operation of transportation systems and facilities;
- Transportation planning principles and the design and operation of public transit systems, computer model simulation techniques;
- Principles and practices of structural engineering;
- Principles of supervision and training.
Ability to:
- Plan, direct and supervise the work of others;
- Analyze engineering problems and work out effective solutions;
- Evaluate and monitor consultant performance;
- Make accurate engineering computations;
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Ideal Candidate
VTA’s Engineering and Program Delivery Division is looking for a candidate with significant experience in project delivery, with specific focus on existing and new utility service and or relocation of service. This position is expected to manage, mentor and train team members that supports delivery of projects with regards to third party utilities as well as municipal water, sewer and storm drain system. Candidate shall have the experience and capability to review plans from third party utilities, including deliverable from VTA designers to ensure design meets local, state and federal requirements.
Special Instructions
General Application Instructions
Please read this job announcement in its entirety before applying. We recommend printing or saving a copy for future reference.
To be considered, applications must be submitted online through the Human Resources department by the posted deadline. If the job posting is listed as “continuous,” we encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as the posting may close without prior notice. Once your application is submitted, you will receive an immediate email confirmation.
Personalized responses to Supplemental Questions that connect your past experiences to this specific role are the most effective. AI-generated content may lack the specificity required to address the key criteria outlined in the job description. While we encourage the use of AI as a tool to enhance your work, we want to evaluate your non-AI-assisted communication skills. You may use AI to generate ideas, but please ensure your final responses are in your own voice and reflect your unique experience. Overreliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish your chances of success.
Important: Only online applications will be accepted for this recruitment. We do not accept paper applications, resumes, Job Interest Notification Cards, or incomplete/unsubmitted applications in place of a fully completed application.
Communication & Contact Information
All updates regarding your application—including notices for testing and interviews—will be sent via email. Be sure to select email as your preferred method of communication and maintain a valid, up-to-date email address. Applicants are also responsible for keeping their phone numbers and mailing addresses current in their online profiles.
Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to provide individual updates. Please check your application status through your online account. For technical support, contact NEOGOV at (855) 524-5627, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (PST), excluding holidays.
Application Review & Processing
All current and prior relevant work experience—including experience with VTA—must be fully detailed in the Work Experience section of your application. Entries such as “see resume” are not acceptable. Incomplete or improperly completed applications may be rejected, even if you meet the minimum qualifications.
While you are welcome to upload a resume, it does not substitute for completing the online application in full. Be sure that your application accurately reflects the education and experience necessary for the position.
Applications are reviewed throughout the recruitment process to determine whether candidates meet the minimum qualifications. Meeting these minimums or advancing through any stage does not guarantee further consideration. Any misrepresentation or falsification of qualifications, experience, education, or training may result in disqualification and/or exclusion from future employment opportunities with VTA.
This classification is represented by Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU), American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME),Transportation Authority Engineers and Architects Association(TAEA).Wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment are governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement between VTA and the union.
Tentative Examinations:
Oral Panel: Week of January 19, 2026
Conditions of Employment
Final candidates must successfully complete a Livescan background check, reference checks, verification of education or certifications, and a criminal history review before appointment.
For sensitive positions, VTA requires all safety-sensitive positions to have a 6-month DOT physical clearance. Obtained at the time of preboarding from a VTA-contracted Concentra Location.
Eligibility List
The established Eligible List from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancies and additional vacancies that may occur. Eligible Lists typically remain in effect for six (6) months. However, Human Resources may abolish Eligible Lists at any time during the six (6) month period. Human Resources may extend eligible Lists for up to two (2) years. Eligible Lists may be used for more than one recruitment.
Americans with Disabilities Act Accommodations
VTA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the recruitment and examination process. To request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at (408) 321-5575 or email Personnel@vta.org at least five business days before the test.
Equal Employment Opportunity
VTA is an equal employment opportunity employer. VTA does not and will not tolerate discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age, ancestry, color, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, national, origin, immigration status, political affiliation, race, religion, creed, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, medical condition, disabled veteran or veteran status, etc.