Signals Engineer

AECOM • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Signal Engineer with approximately 4 years of experience in rail and transit signal systems. The successful candidate will support the design, development, and implementation of signal engineering solutions for rail and transit infrastructure projects. The role includes preparing design drawings, technical specifications, and performing field investigations under the guidance of senior engineering staff or project managers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in rail signal design, testing, or construction.
• Familiarity with AREMA guidelines, FRA regulations, and signal design practices.
• Experience with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation); knowledge of relay or microprocessor-based interlocking systems is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving, written communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• EIT certification preferred; PE license or pursuit thereof is a plus.
• Knowledge or experience with reading and programming logic and vital logic equations.
• Familiarity working on or with microprocessor-based vital logic controllers such as ElectroLogIXS and microlock II.
• Understands the working principles of DC and AC track circuits.
• Knowledge of CAB signaling design and coded track circuits, audio frequency track circuits, and phase shift overlay circuits.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of legacy and modern interlocking systems (vital relays, solid state, or CBTC).
• Familiarity with signal vendors (e.g., Siemens, Alstom, Hitachi, Wabtec).
• Field or construction support experience including signal cutover or testing.
• The Professional Engineer(PE) License.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of signal systems for light rail, heavy rail, commuter rail, or freight lines in accordance with industry standards and client specifications (e.g., AREMA, FRA, SEPTA, Amtrak, etc.).
• Develop signal layout plans, interlocking schematics, cable plans, crossing design control tables, route and aspect charts.
• Support the preparation of detailed technical specifications, bill of materials, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with civil, traction power, and systems engineering disciplines to ensure seamless integration of signal systems.
• Review and interpret as-built drawings, field survey data, and existing infrastructure documentation.
• Conduct site investigations and support field testing, signal cutovers, and commissioning activities.
• Interface with clients, contractors, and suppliers during project delivery phases.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, quality, and environmental regulations.
• Assist with project documentation, design reports, submittals, and review responses.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits.
• Paid time off, leaves of absences.
• Voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options.
• Well-being resources, employee assistance program.
• Business travel insurance, service recognition awards.
• Retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees