Sr. Rail Communications Engineer

AtkinsRealis•New York, NY

50d

About The Position

It's an exciting time at AtkinsRéalis! We are rapidly growing in the US. Our company's purpose is to build a better world for our planet and its people. We recognize the importance of making sure that our clients and employees feel this purpose every day. AtkinsRéalis is proud of our company culture that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion. Our company ethos includes collaboration through the connection of people, data, and technology. We are a global firm, who leverages having employees located throughout the world, creating valuable partnerships and doing our part to make this planet and its people thrive. We need energetic, passionate and eager professionals like you to join our team. There has never been a better time to be a part of AtkinsRéalis! We are seeking a Senior Rail Communications Engineer New York City, NY. About Us AtkinsRéalis is one of the world's most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy. How will you contribute to the team? Applies standard engineering practices and techniques in specific situations which may include the following: Assists in the planning, design, and production of engineering drawings. May supervise the production of these drawings. Carries out specific assignments in preparing and assembling specifications. Participates in conducting engineering investigations and planning work by completing well-defined tasks. These tasks may include collection and analysis of data using established procedures, performance of routine calculations, and participation in evaluating the feasibility of alternate solutions. Prepares assigned sections of reports working under the close review of a more experienced professional. Participates on projects involving construction activities by reviewing shop drawings for conformance with easily interpreted specifications; assists in recordkeeping and in generating progress reports; observes relatively simple construction procedures and collects samples for quality control testing. Performs data acquisition and analysis, researching the feasibility of alternative design approaches, site conditions, and/or regulatory agency specifications or regulations. Prepares material for reports and permit applications, gathering information, writing rough outline, and/or preparing work progression documents and graphic presentations. Performs engineering calculations. Performs field observations of construction where appropriate. Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

Requirements

B.S. in Engineering required
Professional Engineering license required in NY
Good interpersonal skills and capable of developing technical writing, and communications skills. PC and CAD skills required.
15+ years' experience in engineering
10+ years' experience in rail and transit engineering
Experienced in MS office (Excel, OneNote, Word, etc.).
Available to perform field reviews and coordination meetings.
Scheduled to work full time.

Responsibilities

Assists in the planning, design, and production of engineering drawings.
May supervise the production of these drawings.
Carries out specific assignments in preparing and assembling specifications.
Participates in conducting engineering investigations and planning work by completing well-defined tasks.
These tasks may include collection and analysis of data using established procedures, performance of routine calculations, and participation in evaluating the feasibility of alternate solutions.
Prepares assigned sections of reports working under the close review of a more experienced professional.
Participates on projects involving construction activities by reviewing shop drawings for conformance with easily interpreted specifications; assists in recordkeeping and in generating progress reports; observes relatively simple construction procedures and collects samples for quality control testing.
Performs data acquisition and analysis, researching the feasibility of alternative design approaches, site conditions, and/or regulatory agency specifications or regulations.
Prepares material for reports and permit applications, gathering information, writing rough outline, and/or preparing work progression documents and graphic presentations.
Performs engineering calculations.
Performs field observations of construction where appropriate.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Flexible work schedules
Group Insurance
Two Floating Holidays
Paid Parental Leave (including maternity and paternity)
Pet Insurance
Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program
An inclusive culture of Employee Resources Groups centered around women, African-Americans, Hispanics, LGBTQ+, Neurodiversity and Emerging Professionals.
A Foundation that is employee-funded with a 2-to-1 match from the company providing STEAM education for minorities from K-12 to college