National Engineers Week is celebrated throughout the US during the week that encompasses George Washington’s actual birthday which falls on February 22. The National Society of Professional Engineers created National Engineers Week in 1951 to call attention to the contribution engineers make to society. It is observed by more than 70 engineering, education, and cultural societies and recognized by more than 50 corporations and government agencies including SEPTA.
This year’s theme “Transform Your Future” not only celebrates the engineering profession but aims to increase public dialogue on the need for engineers and inspire youth through creative and collaborative activities.
Engineering can be defined as the use of scientific principles to design and build machines, structures, and other items including bridges, tunnels, roads, vehicles, and buildings. The world (and public transportation) wouldn’t be what is today if it wasn’t for the brilliant minds of engineers throughout history. Some famous engineers include Leonardo da Vinci, Thomas Edison, Alexander Graham Bell, Ada Lovelace, Nikola Tesla, Olive Dennis, and Gustave Eiffel.
There are currently more than 200 engineers employed here at SEPTA many of whom started as interns or co-ops. SEPTA offers an array of engineering positions for current and future candidates to apply to from Civil Engineers to Senior Project Engineers. The Authority offers job stability, a pathway for growth, competitive pay, and great benefits.
Make your mark in history and apply today!
Meet a few SEPTA team members “transforming” the future of public transit TODAY:
Engineer Spotlight: Olivia Hopkins, P.E. | Program Director, Trolley Modernization | 11 years at SEPTA
Department: Program Delivery Office
Previous Positions at SEPTA: Intern, Engineer I-II, Project Engineer, Sr. Project Engineer, Project Manager
Why SEPTA: Being a part of improving the systems and infrastructure that people rely on every day is exciting and rewarding work!
Engineer Spotlight: Liam McGrath, EIT | Engineer II | 4 years at SEPTA
Department: Rail Facilities
Previous Positions at SEPTA: Co-Op and Engineer I
Why SEPTA: As a lifelong SEPTA rider this is a career that affords me the opportunity to substantively improve the Railroad or the Metro is quite a rewarding one!
Engineer Spotlight: Faraz Ahmad | Project Manager | 10.5 years at SEPTA
Department: Building and Bridges, Capital Construction-Rails Facilities
Previous Positions at SEPTA: Sr. Project Engineer, Project Engineer, Engineer II, Engineer I
Why SEPTA: I love being a part of SEPTA’s Engineering Team because we tackle complex challenges that not only improve infrastructure but also enhance connections within and around our beautiful city.
Engineer Spotlight: Elizabeth Butkus | Senior Project Engineer-Lead Inspector | 9 years at SEPTA
Department: Bridges & Buildings – Structural Engineering
Previous Positions at SEPTA: Engineer I, Engineer II, Project Engineer, Lead Inspector
Why SEPTA: I enjoy the people I work with and the genuine teamwork we’ve built here. Every day brings a new perspective or something fresh to learn, and seeing riders interact with what we’ve built makes the hard work feel worth it.
Engineer Spotlight: Donzell (Don) Dunston | Project Manager | 8.5 years at SEPTA
Department: Fleet & Infrastructure Integration Program, Program Delivery Office
Previous Positions at SEPTA: Project Engineer, Power Department and Project Manager, Power Department
Why SEPTA: There’s no better feeling than moving through this city with my family and being able to point to the work we’ve done and tell my kids: Your dad helped build that.
Engineer Spotlight: Sean McMahon | Program Manager | 12 years at SEPTA
Department: Transit Facilities
Previous Positions at SEPTA: Engineer I, Engineer II, Project Engineer, Sr. Project Engineer, Project Manager
Why SEPTA: SEPTA provides a unique opportunity to work in the career space that I have been trained and educated in all while helping to provide for the greater good of the community and ultimately leading to a truly meaningful career.
Ready to build your career with SEPTA? Click here to explore opportunities and apply.