Transit Operations Specialist

STV's Systems team is seeking a Transit Operations Specialist in our Philadelphia office to support planning, analysis, and operational readiness efforts for rail and bus transit systems across the country.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer or transportation planner who is passionate about transit operations and interested in developing hands-on experience in service planning, operational modeling, financial analysis, and rail system performance. You'll work alongside experienced operations leaders and subject matter experts while contributing directly to real-world transit programs and consulting engagements.

The role combines technical analysis with practical operations strategy and offers strong growth and mentorship within STV's nationally recognized transit practice.

Responsibilities:

• Support transit operations planning, service analysis, and system performance evaluations

• Assist with development of service plans, operating strategies, and operational concepts

• Perform ridership, cost, and financial analyses to inform transit decision-making

• Contribute to rail operations modeling and simulation efforts

• Support testing, validation, and development of internal rail analysis tools and utilities

• Assist with operational readiness, testing, and commissioning activities

• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and client deliverables

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including planners, engineers, and operations specialists

• Participate in client meetings and support project coordination as needed

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Transportation Planning, or a related field

• 0-3 years of relevant experience or internship experience in transit, rail, or transportation projects

• Strong interest in public transit operations and service planning

• Analytical mindset with strong quantitative and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to transit or rail operations, service planning, or scheduling

• Experience with operations modeling or simulation tools (or willingness to learn)

• Coursework or experience in financial or cost analysis

• Familiarity with transportation planning software or GIS

• Internship or co-op experience with a transit agency or consulting firm

Compensation Range:

STV offers the following benefits * Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account * Dental insurance * Vision insurance * Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) * Disability insurance * Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment * 401(k) Plan * Retirement Counseling * Employee Assistance Program * Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days) * Paid Holidays (9 days) * Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) * Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) * Continuing Education Program * Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STV's work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don't always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.