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.
Based in our New York office, you will oversee a team of Engineers and Designers, providing calm, steady leadership and thoughtful mentorship to deliver complex projects. You will set the technical bar, shape project delivery approaches, and deepen client relationships across the MTA, Amtrak, and other regional transit agencies, while encouraging your team to grow, stretch, and develop their craft through example and support.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead design efforts in the capacity of a Project Manager, Design Manager or Lead Structural Engineer for major rail + transit facilities including stations, maintenance shops, yards, service buildings, and right-of-way structures across the industry.
Provide technical oversight and quality assurance, ensuring all calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports meet TYLin’s standards for excellence and industry best practices.
Guide, mentor, and develop a team of Engineers and Designers, fostering an environment where people feel supported, challenged, and encouraged to advance their skills. Participate in team performance development and reviews.
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams—including architecture, civil, mechanical, electrical, and systems—ensuring seamless integration of structural solutions within complex transit environments.
Act as a trusted advisor to NYC-area clients, helping shape project scopes, resolve design challenges, and maintain alignment with stakeholder and operational needs.
Lead Project Management responsibilities, including scope definition, scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.
Lead by example in client engagement, reinforcing TYLin’s reputation for technical excellence, responsiveness, and collaborative partnership.
Lead proposal developments, including technical and cost proposal for various rail + transit related projects.
WHAT YOU BRING:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
Deep engineering experience, with significant involvement in Rail + Transit, transportation, or industrial facilities.
Demonstrated experience delivering designs for MTA C&D, NYCT, LIRR, Metro-North, and Amtrak or similar complex transit agencies.
Strong command of structural systems in steel and concrete, with deep familiarity with AREMA, AASHTO, IBC, and NYC-specific design requirements.
Proficiency with structural analysis software (SAP2000, ETABS, RAM, or similar) and BIM/CAD platforms (MicroStation, OpenBuildings, AutoCAD, Revit).
Professional Engineer (PE) in NY required; SE or additional state licensure is a plus.
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop engineering teams with a calm, supportive, and growth-oriented leadership style.
Exceptional communication skills and the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and sophisticated transit clients.
Strong technical judgment, stellar communication, and a collaborative mindset.
WHY TYLIN:
Shape the future of New York’s rail + transit network by working on iconic, large-scale infrastructure projects that directly improve mobility for millions.
Lead and develop a high-performing structural team within a collaborative, mission-driven culture.
Enjoy a hybrid work environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits.
Build your long-term career through strong leadership opportunities, advanced training, and exposure to signature industry-defining projects.
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TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $197,600 – 296,400 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 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.