Actalent
Project Manager
The Sr. Project/Program Manager will provide strategic leadership and technical oversight across multidisciplinary engineering teams and external vendors. This role is responsible for ensuring the successful execution of complex rail vehicle programs, from concept through delivery, with a focus on systems integration, supplier coordination, and customer satisfaction. Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex rail vehicle programs on time and within budget. Serve as the primary liaison between engineering, suppliers, and customers, representing the technical and programmatic interests of the organization. Oversee the design, development, and integration of vehicle electrical systems, including embedded hardware/software, circuits, and mechanical interfaces. Manage subsystem vendors, ensuring timely delivery of compliant products through proactive input. Supervise the verification and validation (V&V) process, including RAMS engineering and compliance with industry standards. Conduct performance testing and troubleshooting of LRV electrical and mechanical systems; evaluate and document results. Drive requirement management and traceability across all subsystems and project phases. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to talent development within the engineering team. Essential Skills
Systems engineering Program management Rail vehicle engineering Fleet operations Additional Skills & Qualifications
Hands-on engineering work within the subway, commuter, and light rail environment, including investigations of equipment malfunctions, modifications, and reporting findings. Develop technical specifications for new and upgraded train equipment and systems. Review design submittals and prepare detailed descriptions of review findings. Work Environment
The role involves working in a dynamic environment focused on rail vehicle engineering. The Project Manager will interact with a variety of stakeholders, including engineering teams, suppliers, and customers, to ensure the seamless integration and delivery of rail systems. This position requires a high level of collaboration and coordination across different teams and disciplines. Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of El Segundo, California. Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $150000.00 - $180000.00/yr. Dental/ Vision/ Medical 401K Match Pay 90% of benefits Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Palmdale, CA. Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 2025. About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actALENTaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
The Sr. Project/Program Manager will provide strategic leadership and technical oversight across multidisciplinary engineering teams and external vendors. This role is responsible for ensuring the successful execution of complex rail vehicle programs, from concept through delivery, with a focus on systems integration, supplier coordination, and customer satisfaction. Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex rail vehicle programs on time and within budget. Serve as the primary liaison between engineering, suppliers, and customers, representing the technical and programmatic interests of the organization. Oversee the design, development, and integration of vehicle electrical systems, including embedded hardware/software, circuits, and mechanical interfaces. Manage subsystem vendors, ensuring timely delivery of compliant products through proactive input. Supervise the verification and validation (V&V) process, including RAMS engineering and compliance with industry standards. Conduct performance testing and troubleshooting of LRV electrical and mechanical systems; evaluate and document results. Drive requirement management and traceability across all subsystems and project phases. Mentor junior engineers and contribute to talent development within the engineering team. Essential Skills
Systems engineering Program management Rail vehicle engineering Fleet operations Additional Skills & Qualifications
Hands-on engineering work within the subway, commuter, and light rail environment, including investigations of equipment malfunctions, modifications, and reporting findings. Develop technical specifications for new and upgraded train equipment and systems. Review design submittals and prepare detailed descriptions of review findings. Work Environment
The role involves working in a dynamic environment focused on rail vehicle engineering. The Project Manager will interact with a variety of stakeholders, including engineering teams, suppliers, and customers, to ensure the seamless integration and delivery of rail systems. This position requires a high level of collaboration and coordination across different teams and disciplines. Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of El Segundo, California. Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $150000.00 - $180000.00/yr. Dental/ Vision/ Medical 401K Match Pay 90% of benefits Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Palmdale, CA. Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 2025. About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actALENTaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.