Sr. Signal Engineer

Wabtec•Omaha, NE

1d•$104,800 - $149,300

About The Position

As a member of Wabtec’s Signal Engineering group, the Sr. Signal Engineer designs and engineers rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming. The role applies customer specifications, railroad standards, and FRA regulations to deliver signal solutions, and develops proficiency in wayside and crossing design. Designing highway crossing warning systems is the primary focus. Wayside system design, including vital logic controller (VLC) and wayside interface unit (WIU) programming, may also be required. The engineer works with project managers, project leads, customers, and internal stakeholders to align project scope and goals, review deliverables, and maintain document controls. Other duties may be assigned, with training provided if necessary. Relocation assistance may be available to eligible candidates. Wabtec’s Digital Intelligence Signaling & Systems team delivers integrated projects involving signaling, train control, communications, and back-office solutions, with an emphasis on project execution, schedule adherence, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, electronic, computer, or mechanical engineering, or computer science; equivalent railroad signal industry work experience may be accepted instead.
At least 5 years of railroad signaling industry experience with an engineering degree, or at least 10 years without a degree.
Thorough knowledge of signal systems, including automatic block, traffic control, cab signals, interlockings, highway grade crossing warning systems, office systems, FRA requirements, AREMA standards, and general railroad operating rules.
Ability to become familiar with individual customer standards as part of the checking process.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including general engineering terminology.
Proficiency in Microsoft 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

Design highway crossing warning systems.
Design wayside systems, including vital logic controller (VLC) programming and wayside interface unit (WIU) programming, as required.
Participate in project scope reviews with managers and project leads to align with customer expectations and project goals.
Review and manage document control, including maintaining version controls and checking deliverables for accuracy before submission.
Attend project reviews with customers and internal stakeholders to support clear communication and alignment with project objectives.
Perform other duties outside core responsibilities as needed; training will be provided if necessary.