Secure Your Future with SEPTA – A Leader in Transportation!

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth-largest transportation system in the U.S., connecting communities across a 2,200-square-mile service region. SEPTA is at the forefront of innovation in the transit industry, ensuring reliable and efficient services while driving economic growth in the Philadelphia region.

We are proud to be recognized as:

2023 FORBES Best in State Employer

Philadelphia Employer of Choice for 2024

We are seeking to hire candidates for our Project Engineer (1015) - Program Delivery Office position.

Open Date: 04/18/2025

Close Date: 04/27/2025

Starting Salary: $101,790.00

Additional $5,000 salary increase for those with a Pennsylvania PE License.

Limited telework may be permitted for this position in accordance with SEPTA Policy.

OVERALL DESCRIPTION

This position is assigned to SEPTA's Trolley Modernization Program and is responsible for undertaking engineering/quality assurance assignments that are considered to be of "moderate complexity" in size and scope.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and five (5) years of satisfactory progressive relevant work performance that indicates that the individual can perform the technical and supervisory responsibilities of the position is required. (An equivalent combination of civil and/or transportation engineering and project management or related construction management experience is required).

We offer a competitive salary based on experience and a superior benefits package. For a complete description and more information click apply,

BENEFITS

SEPTA offers a comprehensive benefits and retirement program:

• Medical – Minimal annual premium contribution

Benefit plans with No Employee annual premium contribution:

• Prescription
• Dental
• Vision

Additional benefits we offer:

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Voluntary Governmental 457B Deferred Comp Plan, with available Financial Advice and Planning Services
• Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• SEPTA Transportation Pass – FREE travel on all SEPTA modes of transportation
• SEPTA employees qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Generous Vacation Allowance
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

SEPTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.