Project Designer (1006) - Signals

Septa • Philadelphia, PA

1d • $0 - $90,688 • Onsite

About The Position

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is seeking to hire candidates for their Project Designer (1006) - Signals position. This role is responsible for undertaking signal engineering assignments of moderate complexity, providing technical support and direction for engineering activities. This includes defining and coordinating design review and implementation, establishing inspection plans, program/project development, consulting, and utilizing statistical methods, audits, and continuous improvement approaches to align with SEPTA's mission, values, and goals.

Requirements

• High School graduate and eleven (11) years relevant experience in communications/signals required.
• Familiarity with, and ability to design and troubleshoot to the component level, various types of signal and communications systems and devices required.
• Understanding of FRA regulations, AAR Standards, AREMA standards and recommended practices required.
• Demonstrated computer skills in configuration and monitoring of railway signal networks, including vital processor networks, serial servers, encoded track circuits, and overlay required.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills, including Microsoft Office Suite required.

Nice To Haves

• An equivalent combination of education and experience (two years of related experience equating to one (1) year of formal post high school education) may be considered in lieu of the above requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provides signal engineering analysis, detailed design reviews, and checker support for conventional wayside/cab signaling/Solid State interlocking (SSI) and interface to Positive Train Control (PTC)/Communication Based Train Control (CBTC) overlay systems.
• Provides conceptual, preliminary, and final designs of signal systems and circuits for installation by field forces and/or third parties.
• Writes specifications and Request for Proposals and reviews designs for all signal appliances, devices, and systems, including preparing proof of concept for all new signal devices and systems.
• Generates and coordinates design plans and specifications for in-house and 3rd party forces.
• Reviews, monitors, and performs oversight and witnessing of factory testing of conventional/SSI & PTC/CBTC subsystem equipment and work in progress.
• Takes necessary action to correct unusual equipment operations and recommends standard preventative maintenance procedures.
• Conducts preliminary engineering site walks with various parties, and reviews and approves third-party signal and communications construction drawings and specifications.
• Supports system integration of interoperable train control subsystems from different suppliers for compatibility and functional performance.
• Designs various types of signal and communications systems including but not limited to vital processors, digitally encoded track circuits, AC and DC track circuits, 100 Hz and 60Hz signal power systems, signal interlocking, and Centralized Train Control (CTC) interfaces.
• Manages the performance of 3rd party technical services and other technical services.
• Initiates, upgrades, and implements design standards to be employed in communications.
• Reviews and approves 3rd party designs and construction documents for conformity with established standards.
• Generates written memoranda, technical reports, audits, etc., in a professional and effective manner.
• Participates in periodic review of drawings and specifications.
• Provides, promotes, and enforces safe working conditions in accordance with accepted safety practices and procedures.
• Complies with all Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures, as well as all applicable job safety responsibilities.
• Reports any safety concerns, compromises, or hazards affecting operations, the public, self, and/or other employees.
• Responsible for personal safety and is encouraged to promote the safety of others.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage – Medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans with little to no employee premiums.
• Retirement Security – Participate in a Defined Benefit Pension Plan and a 457B Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Work-Life Balance – Enjoy paid parental leave, generous vacation time, and paid holidays.
• Employee Wellness – Access wellness programs and resources.
• Invest in Your Growth – Tuition reimbursement.
• Student Loan Assistance – Positions qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Free Travel Perks – Receive a FREE SEPTA Transportation Pass.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED