Signal Engineer III

Xorail • Shawnee, KS

312d • $67,400 - $96,000

About The Position

It's not just about your career or job title… It's about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it's for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you're in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us. Who will you be working with? Wabtec's Digital Intelligence Signaling & Systems team is a recognized industry leader in the successful delivery of complex integrated system projects. These projects involve signaling, train control, communications, and back-office solutions with a strong focus on project execution, schedule adherence, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, electronic, computer or mechanical engineering; or computer science.
• 5+ years' experience in the railroad signaling industry with an engineering degree; or 10+ years' experience without a degree.
• Thorough knowledge of signal systems including but not limited to: automatic block, traffic control, cab signals, interlockings, highway grade crossing warning systems, office systems, FRA requirements, AREMA standards, and general railroad operating rules.
• Excellent verbal and written skills to include general engineering terminology.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and design tools such as MicroStation and AUTOCAD.
• Demonstrated proficiency as a Signal Designer.

Nice To Haves

• Previous signal safety checking experience.
• Signal programming experience.
• Signal program testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Designing and engineering rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming.
• Working closely with customer specifications, railroad standards, and FRA regulations to deliver high-quality signal solutions.
• Designing Highway Crossing Warning systems as the primary focus of this position.
• Designing wayside systems, including vital logic controller (VLC) programming and wayside interface unit (WIU) programming.
• Participating in the review of project scope with managers and project leads, ensuring alignment with customer expectations and project goals.
• Reviewing and managing document control, including maintaining versioning controls and reviewing deliverables for accuracy prior to submission.
• Attending project reviews with customers and internal stakeholders to ensure clear communication and alignment with project objectives.

Benefits

• Health, welfare, and retirement benefits.
• Annual bonus eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree