Engineer II - Rail Communications

HNTB Corporation•White Plains, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners. This opportunity entails being responsible for assisting in the production and modification of design calculations, technical reports, engineering plans and specifications for assigned projects. This position performs research, development, calculations, design and delivery in partnership with the project team. Applies engineering techniques, procedures and design criteria for projects ranging in size and complexity. Leverages technical knowledge and experience to assist in the execution and evaluation of project designs. Develops conceptual and detailed designs and calculations to support the project execution using current drawing and technical tools, programs and software. As a member of the team, you will contribute to the successful project delivery for a diverse range of projects for HNTB’s clients. At HNTB, the communications engineering team is responsible for the design of systems that directly interact with the riding public and keep trains moving. Project work can include Train Control Systems (PTC, CBTC), Backbone fiber and cooper communications, CCTV, access control, public address, video information screens, wifi and cellular systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 2 years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree in Engineering and 1 year of relevant experience

Nice To Haves

Engineering experience in the design of transit oriented communication systems including: backbone fiber optic, CCTV, access control, public address, visual information screens, cellular, wifi, networking, and/or train control systems
Experience with NYC Metro Area rail clients: Amtrak, NJ Transit, MTA C&D, MNR, LIRR
Independently progresses the majority of designs and tasks required of the discipline.
Experience with Microsoft Office, MicroStation, AutoCad, and/or Revit.
Exhibiting a thorough understanding of the application related to engineering, geometric and algebraic principles.
Managing time, proactively forecasting, and communicating project development needs.
Master’s degree in Engineering
Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
Professional Engineer (PE) certification

Responsibilities

Completes assigned work within the schedule and number of hours provided.
Responsible for preparation and/or modification for select portions of project reports, plans, designs, and calculations.
Develops project quantities and assists with development of cost estimates.
Assists engineering teams with organization and administrative support of design files.
Able to self-sufficiently complete various tasks and duties including but not limited to research, data collection, field investigations, development, and design of projects.
Performs other duties as assigned.