Senior Rail Systems Lead

AECOM•Chelmsford, MA

7h•$210,000 - $225,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Senior Rail Systems Lead to join their World Class Transit/Rail Team in support of their New England Region systems practice. The Sr Rail System Lead will work collaboratively with a team of engineers and specialists across rail systems disciplines (Systems Engineering, Signals, Electrification Systems, Data Communications), including Project Managers, Systems Engineers, Signals Engineers, and Rail Ops Analysts. As the Sr Rail System Lead, you will be responsible for ensuring that the systems design is completed, and requirements of the Performance Specifications and other design criteria are met.

Requirements

BA/BS + 10 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and education, including 2 years of leadership
Licensed Professional Engineer in Massachusetts or ability to obtain reciprocity

Nice To Haves

15 years of experience in the design and management of complex multidisciplinary rail system projects
Experience on design management responsibility, including management of design services during design and construction
Technical competence in all elements of transit/rail systems engineering
Experience in different Phases of the Engineering Design Life and familiarity with Systems Engineering standards
Ability to recommend appropriate actions to ensure compliance with clients, local, state, and federal regulations
Understanding of the System Safety Certification processes and RAMS will be an asset
Knowledge of signaling principles, train control solutions including CBTC (moving block or fixed block) and PTC, and railway standards such as CENELEC, AREMA and MIL-STD
Strong communication skills, presentation skills, and report writing skills

Responsibilities

Lead design and specification development of the following specialties: Systems Integration, SCADA, Communications, Trackwork, Signaling, Train Control, Systems Assurance (RAM), Safety Assurance, Vehicle and Wayside Interfaces, Traction Power Design, Power Supply and Distribution, System and Train Simulation, Tunnel Constructability, and Fire Ventilation
Overseeing the preparation of detailed calculations, drawings, technical specifications, procurement documents, design and installation packages, proposal evaluations, technical reports, cost estimates, detailed analyses, design justifications, and other materials suitable for procurement and construction purposes for transit/rail projects
Ensure all design elements are compliant with the relevant Rail Operation Rules, all applicable industry codes and standards, and client expectations
Provide valuable leadership to mid-career staff and mentoring to develop their technical skills.
Interact with clients to discuss technical topics in a clear and professional manner. Facilitate resolution of customer expectations versus technical issues
Work with tight schedules and motivate project teams
Plan and execute project work, based on an understanding of the project scope, schedule, and budget