Signal Systems Engineer

RailWorks•New York, NY

12h•$125,000 - $200,000

About The Position

The Signal Systems Engineer supports the design, implementation, commissioning, and enhancement of train control and signaling systems for rail and transit infrastructure projects. The role works with multidisciplinary engineering teams and clients to develop signaling solutions that meet safety standards, regulatory requirements, and operational goals. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with weekend work if available. The position involves both indoor work and outdoor construction-site work, including field surveys and working in varied weather and high-noise conditions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience or education.
At least 5 years of experience in rail transit signaling and train control systems, or equivalent experience or education.
In-depth knowledge of track circuit functionality and its role in train control and signaling.
Experience designing and implementing automatic-block signaling systems.
Strong understanding of signaling principles, including approach locking, time locking, and route locking.
Familiarity with interlocking signal operations and their integration with track circuits.
Ability to design, test, and validate safety-critical signaling systems and logic control.
Experience with Vital Logic Software (VLS) or Vital Harmon Logic Controllers (VHLC), relay-based interlockings, and computer-based and/or solid-state interlockings.
Proficiency in AutoCAD.
Familiarity with CAD software such as Bentley/MicroStation, REVIT, SolidWorks, or similar platforms.
Familiarity with project-management and design-workflow tools such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Procore.
Familiarity with design-build projects.
Effective communication and collaborative teamwork skills.
Strong organization and time-management skills.
Physical ability to navigate construction sites, including standing, climbing, stooping, and crouching.
Willingness to work outdoors and conduct field surveys, including in varied weather and high-noise conditions.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CTDOT, Metro-North, Amtrak, and MBTA projects.
Knowledge of the Amtrak Northeast Corridor in New York City.
Recommended certifications: Amtrak Track Training, CSX Track Training, MTA Track Training, and OSHA 30.

Responsibilities

Analyze, design, and commission fixed-block and automatic-block signaling systems, including track circuit integration, interlocking logic, and grade-crossing automation.
Assist in reviewing, modifying, and validating vital logic software to improve system performance.
Develop functional and detailed signal system designs for new and existing rail infrastructure in line with safety, operational, and regulatory requirements.
Implement and verify signal-control solutions for complex transit environments.
Collaborate with engineering and construction teams throughout the project lifecycle.
Conduct technical analyses and prepare documentation supporting design, implementation, and testing activities.
Modify, test, and commission railway signal-control software.
Maintain active train operations during construction.