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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
SEPTA will be hosting a Vrtual Engineering Recruitment Event on Thursday, May 22, 2025, from 10:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
- This virtual Event will give you access to speak directly with SEPTA's Engineering Hiring Managers, and Human Resources Staff.
- We will be engaging with applicants about SEPTA's current engineering projects, employment opportunities for these projects, and the potential career growth possibilities.
To participate you must register by completing the Online Event Registration Employment Application, upload your resume, and select the discussion of interest for the 10:30 am and 1:00 pm sessions. Additionally, please provide your degree discipline and employment experience. Once this step has been completed, participants will receive an invitation, by email to join the event utilizing MS TEAMS.
Engineering Sessions:
- Civil/Structural
- Mechanical
- Electrical/Power
- Rail Engineering
- Vehicle Engineering
- Capitol Projects
- Maintenance of Way.
ELIGIBILITY
- Registration is required.
- Must be authorized to work in the USA.
- Engineering Degree must be from an accredited College or University.
- Must have a minumum of five (5) years of engineering employment experience.
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered, you must complete the online event registration, employment application, and upload your resume. The deadline to register is May 18, 2025.
If you are looking to advance your engineering career with an organization that values innovation, growth, and real-world impact, SEPTA is the place for you! Join our dynamic team where innovation meets impact! We're seeking passionate experienced engineers who can bring years of expertise to the table. As a SEPTA Employee, you will work on cutting-edge projects that push boundaries, solve real-world challenges, and shape industries. From design and development to implementation and optimization, you'll have the tools, mentorship, and freedom to make your mark. If you're driven by curiosity, thrive in collaborative environments, and are excited to turn bold ideas into reality, we want you on our team. Let’s build something extraordinary together!
SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER - Starting Salary: $112,476.00
These positions are responsible for undertaking engineering/quality assurance assignments that are considered to be of "significant complexity" in size and scope. This position is further responsible for providing technical support and direction for engineering/quality assurance activities including the definition and coordination for design review and implementation. Also, establishing inspection plans, program/project development and consulting, statistical methods, audits, and continuous improvement approaches.
Salary Range: $5,000 salary increase for those with a Pennsylvania PE/RA License
Requirements: Bachelor's Degree and seven years of relevant engineering experience is required.
PROJECT ENGINEER - Starting Salary $101,790.00
These positions are responsible for undertaking engineering/quality assurance assignments that are considered to be "complex" in size and scope. This position is further responsible for providing support for engineering activities and continuous improvement approaches.
Starting Salary: Mentors available for those seeking EIT registration/$5,000 salary increase for those with a Pennsylvania PE/RA License Requirements: Bachelor's Degree and five years of relevant engineering experience is required.
BENEFITS
SEPTA offers a comprehensive benefits and retirement program:
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Medical – Minimal annual premium contribution
Benefit plans with No Employee annual premium contribution:
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Prescription
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Dental
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Vision
Additional benefits we offer:
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Defined Benefit Pension Plan
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Voluntary Governmental 457B Deferred Comp Plan, with available Financial Advice and Planning Services
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Life Insurance
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Paid Parental Leave
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Tuition Reimbursement
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SEPTA Transportation Pass – FREE travel on all SEPTA modes of transportation
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SEPTA employees qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
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Generous Vacation Allowance
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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.