Train Control SME

Network Rail Consulting • Sacramento, CA

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About The Position

Network Rail Consulting (NRC), the international consultancy arm of Network Rail, is seeking an experienced Train Control Engineer SME based in Sacramento. The role is part of an integrated High-Speed Rail Systems Engineering project team and provides specialist support for train control systems and equipment across performance specification, costing, compliance and approval, construction, acceptance, maintenance, and operation.

The successful candidate will help deliver a high-speed rail system that meets the client’s business requirements. This involves interpreting those requirements and developing Rail Systems performance requirements in compliance with statutes, system design, applicable national and international standards, and industry best practice. The role also provides technical advice on industry developments, supports systems integration and interfaces, and contributes specialist guidance to the wider project team.

The position offers an opportunity to join an established, passionate team with plans to grow. NRC supports flexible working practices, including hybrid home/office working and flexible hours where appropriate.

Requirements

• Strong background in train control systems within a railway environment.
• Strong railway systems background, including knowledge and understanding of interfaces between elements of a high-speed railway.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to plan and deliver appropriate systems to understand future demand, emerging technologies, and areas for improvement.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, industry standards, and company standards.
• Relevant professional qualifications.
• High-speed rail experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in international rail system design and consultation.
• PE qualification or Chartered Engineer status.
• Membership of a professional body.

Responsibilities

• Interpret business requirements and develop performance requirements for the Rail Systems specification in compliance with statutes, system design, national and international standards, and industry best practice.
• Advise on developments in the Rail Systems industry so that system specifications remain at the forefront of safety, technology, and performance.
• Provide specialist technical guidance and support for system integration and interfaces between rail systems and other works.
• Provide technical support to the High-Speed Rail Systems project team and wider project team.
• Establish technical content for train control system requirements and project standards.
• Update Design Criteria Manual chapters relating to train control for incorporation into future contracts.
• Review the overall safety, performance, and compatibility of project designs and provide structured feedback and comments as directed.
• Participate in or lead technical investigations and audits into systems and equipment failures or malfunctions as directed.
• Participate, as required, in activities for the acceptance of products to deliver Rail Systems performance requirements.
• Monitor contractual commitments to check that work is performed in accordance with specifications, drawings, and contract terms.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages.
• Healthcare insurance premiums fully paid by the company.
• Generous vacation leave entitlement.
• 401(k) with employer matching contributions.
• Access to the LifeMart Employee Discount Program.
• Flexible work/life balance options, including hybrid home/office working and flexible working hours where appropriate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed