Principal Engineer, Capital Projects Division
Interested individuals are encouraged to submit a letter of interest and résumé. This recruitment will remain opened until filled. However, first consideration will be given to individuals who respond by October 31, 2025.
Summary
The San Francisco County Transportation Authority plans, funds, and delivers transportation projects to improve travel choices for residents, commuters, and visitors throughout San Francisco. The agency is a central focal point for transportation planning and policy innovation, serving as the designated county Congestion Management Agency (CMA) for San Francisco and the administrator of San Francisco’s transportation sales tax and other voter-approved funding programs.
Reports to: Deputy Director for Capital Projects
Exemption Status: Full-time Exempt
The Principal Engineer will join a team of transportation professionals responsible for development, design, and implementation of some of the most exciting and transformative transportation projects in the Bay Area. The Transportation Authority’s capital development and delivery portfolio includes:
- Yerba Buena Island (YBI) Multi-Use Path Project
- Yerba Buena Island (YBI) Torpedo Building and Bimla Rhinehart Parking Lot Project
- Treasure Island (TI) Ferry Terminal Enhancement Project
- Treasure Island Mobility Management Agency (TIMMA) Congestion Management Program
- Southbound Highway 280 / Ocean Avenue Off-Ramp Improvement Project
- Pennsylvania Avenue Extension (PAX) Project
- Oversight of select transit agency projects utilizing local funding from SFCTA such as Caltrain, TJPA, SFMTA, and BART
- Oversight of select highway projects utilizing local funding from SFCTA or local coordination between Caltrans and other SF departments.
As the Principal Engineer, you will be responsible for managing capital projects through various phases of development including planning and concept design, environmental review, final design, procurement preparation, and implementation. You will also support senior executives in the management and oversight of larger capital projects implemented by the Transportation Authority and our partner agencies. You will work closely with consultants, staff colleagues, and agency partners. We are particularly interested in candidates with interests and experience in either or both of rail transit project development and state highway project development, including Caltrans review and approval processes.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervises Associate Engineer. May supervise external consultant teams.
Annual Compensation Range: $141,554 – $195,346
Salary is effectively higher since the Transportation Authority offers an employer contribution to a retirement plan in lieu of Social Security.
In addition, the Transportation Authority offers a generous cafeteria-style benefits package, which includes, but is not limited to:
Retirement: up to 12.58% employer contribution
Insurance: Health, dental, life, and long-term disability. Medical and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts.
Deferred Compensation (Section 457)
Vacation: Three (3) weeks of vacation per year during the first 5 years of service
Holidays: 12 holidays per year, plus 3 personal holidays
Commuter Benefits: Up to $160 per month in Commuter Checks or a $20 per month bike benefit
How to Apply
Send cover letter (indicating where you saw this job posted) and resume via email (jobs@sfcta.org) or mail:
RE: Principal Engineer, Capital Projects
Attn: Human Resources
San Francisco County Transportation Authority
1455 Market St., 22nd Floor
San Francisco, CA 94103
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
The San Francisco County Transportation Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe diversity and inclusion strengthen our work, and we strive to ensure our staff represents the communities we serve.
We are committed to fostering an environment of mutual respect. We want to employ and provide career advancement opportunities for people of any:
- race and color
- sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression
- religion and belief
- national, social, and ethnic origin
- parental status, including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions
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- physical, mental, and sensory disabilities
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