Senior Signal and Train Control Engineer

Hatch•West Mifflin, PA
•Hybrid

About The Position

Hatch, a respected consultant to the railroad and rail transit industries, is seeking a Senior Rail Systems Signal and Train Control Engineer. This role involves working with great people to make a difference and collaborating on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions. The company is a top employer offering a flexible work environment, long-term career development, and the opportunity to think globally while working locally. Hatch is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that encourages innovation and reflects the communities they serve. They are an Equal Opportunity Employer and accommodate applicants with disabilities.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
  • 10 or more years of relevant experience including design, installation, signal system testing, and operation and maintenance of railroad and/or rail transit signal systems.
  • Design experience includes signal and train control systems, block design, ATC, PTC, CBTC, microprocessor and relay-based interlockings, as well as highway crossing warning systems.
  • Skilled in the preparation of contract drawings, specifications, cost estimating, field verification, inspection and testing (FRA & Transit).
  • Results-driven engineering professional with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment.
  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of quality.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

  • Project Management experience
  • Professional Engineer license
  • Working background with DC Coded Track Circuits, AF Track Circuits, Crossing Predictors, MicroLok® and VPI/ iVPI® Vital/Non-Vital Interlocking Processors
  • PTC and CBTC experience

Responsibilities

  • Prepare designs for grade crossing warning systems in accordance with state and federal regulations.
  • Prepare designs for signal system logic including both microprocessor and relay-based systems.
  • Lead the development of signal system block designs based on train performance criteria, product specifications, and train schedule headway and run time analysis.
  • Prepare signal system-related drawings (Route and Aspect, Track and Signal, Typical and Detailed Circuits, etc.)
  • Develop material and construction specifications and quantity estimates.
  • Perform field inspections, report drafting and signal testing assistance.
  • Work with clients and incorporate their signal requirements into Contract Documents.

Benefits

  • Health and Welfare benefits: Top-tier medical coverage (one plan with no employee premium required), prescription drug, dental, vision; flexible spending accounts and a health savings account (with a generous employer contribution); life, accident, and disability insurance; employee assistance program (EAP), employee wellness program
  • Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match of 50% per dollar up to 6%, fully vested after three years; additional 3% in profit-sharing contribution after one year of employment (immediately vested)
  • Paid Time Away from Work: 3-4 weeks of vacation based on experience and company discretion, prorated in the 1st year based on hire date (up to 2.5 weeks can be carried over per year); 10 paid holidays; 10 sick days per calendar year, with the ability to carry-over sick time to a maximum of 40 days to be used for future FMLA-qualifying events; Partial Paid Parental leave up to 12 weeks for birth parents and 4 weeks for non-birth parents
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