Public Utilities Engineer- Safety Certification

_Who We Are:_ The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusettsu2019 environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition. _Who We Are as an Employer:_ At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents. _DPU:_ The Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is the state agency responsible for overseeing investor-owned electric power, natural gas, and water companies in Massachusetts. It regulates the safety of bus companies, moving companies, transportation network companies, and oversees the safety of natural gas pipelines and the MBTA. _Job Description:_ The Rail Safety Division is seeking a Public Utilities Engineer u2013 Safety Certification to support the Commonwealthu2019s independent safety oversight of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) transit rail system. This position plays a critical role in the technical review, evaluation, and certification of MBTA safety programs, engineering controls, and corrective actions, in support of federal and state rail transit safety oversight requirements. The Public Utilities Engineer will work closely with Rail Safety Engineers, investigators, analysts, and management to ensure that safety certification determinations are technically sound, properly documented, and advanced in a timely and consistent manner. The position requires strong engineering judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to apply Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations and safety principles within a highly regulated oversight environment. Key Responsibilities u00b7 Review, evaluate, and certify rail transit safety plans, programs, and procedures to ensure compliance with FTA regulations (49 CFR Parts 670 and 671) and State Safety Oversight (SSO) requirements (49 CFR 674). u00b7 Conduct technical and engineering reviews of safety-related submissions, including: o Public Transportation Agency Safety Plans (PTASP) o Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) Programs o Safety certification packages and hazard mitigation documentation u00b7 Evaluate engineering controls, operating rules, and maintenance practices for alignment with FTA safety standards and industry best practices. u00b7 Review and track Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) to verify adequacy, implementation status, and effectiveness of mitigations. u00b7 Participate in audits, inspections, investigations, and safety event reviews, including analysis of contributing engineering and system safety factors. u00b7 Prepare written findings, determinations, and formal correspondence documenting compliance, deficiencies, and required corrective actions. u00b7 Coordinate with transit agencies, contractors, and internal staff to resolve safety certification issues and ensure timely regulatory compliance. u00b7 Provide technical guidance related to rail infrastructure, vehicles, signals, power systems, and operations as they relate to safety certification. u00b7 Maintain accurate records and documentation to support FTA reporting, audits, and oversight activities. u00b7 Serve as the designated technical authority for rail transit safety certification matters, including concurrence or non-concurrence with certification milestones and readiness determinations. u00b7 Establish and apply safety certification acceptance criteria to evaluate whether identified hazards and certification conditions have been satisfactorily addressed. u00b7 Review and validate safety certification close-out evidence, including test results, field verification records, and operational readiness documentation. u00b7 Identify, document, and communicate outstanding certification conditions that must be resolved prior to final approval or revenue service. u00b7 Maintain and update safety certification matrices, registers, or tracking tools specific to certification status and conditions. u00b7 Advise management on certification risk, deferral requests, and conditional approvals, including associated safety implications. u00b7 Ensure safety certification decisions are clearly documented for FTA review and SSO audit purposes. Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation. First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Minimum Entrance Requirements: Applicants must have at least (A) two (2) years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in an engineering field, the major duties of which may include the design, construction or operation of facilities for the generation transmission and/or distribution of light, heat and power; or in a transportation capacity, (B) have successfully completed the courses listed below, and (C) any equivalent combination of the required (A) experience and the substitutions below. Incumbents may be required to have a current and valid motor vehicle driveru2019s license at a class level specific to assignment. Substitutions: I. An Associateu2019s degree with a major in a related field may be substituted for a maximum of one (1) year of the required (A) experience. II. A Bacheloru2019s degree or higher with a major in a related field may be substituted for the required experience. Based on assignment, incumbents must complete the Public Transportation Safety Certification Training Program within three (3) years of their start date. Once obtained, incumbents are required to maintain certification that expires every two years. _Comprehensive Benefits_ When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? _Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards_ An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: Engineering Organization: Department of Public Utilities Title: Public Utilities Engineer- Safety Certification Location: Massachusetts-Boston-1 South Station Requisition ID: 2600028J

Created: 2026-03-23