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    Signal Engineer - Transit & Rail
    Job Locations US-NY-New York City | US-NJ-Newark

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    Category Engineering
    Type Regular Full-Time
    Career Stage Type Experienced
    # of Openings 1
    Overview


    ABOUT THE POSITION
    Signal Engineer - Transit & Rail | Hybrid | New York, NY | Newark, NJ

    VHB is seeking a Signal Engineer to join our dynamic growing Transportation practice in the Northeast.

    This position provides an opportunity to work on complex transit and rail infrastructure traction power projects and play an important role in expanding and shaping the group.

    Under minimal direction, performs detailed phases of signal engineering design work for projects with complex features.

    Exercises independent judgment and decision making in evaluating, selecting, and applying advanced engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform work and make substantial adaptations and modifications as needed.

    Leads a team in developing signal engineering plans and specifications for a multitude of transit and railroad signaling projects (e.g., train control systems for light and heavy rail transit, and freight, commuter, intercity and high-speed railroad operations).

    Responsibilities

    Supports the installation, testing, and commissioning of rail based signaling, Communications Based Train Control (CBTC), and Positive Train Control (PTC) projects
    Plans, organizes, and oversees signal engineering activities for all phases of a transit and railroad project of significant size and complexity or two or more projects of small to moderate size and complexity
    Develops Rail Signal Circuits including but not limited to Interlocking Circuits, Application Logic, Track Diagrams.
    Participates in all stages of a signaling project from planning and design to installation and commissioning
    Makes recommendations on project staffing
    Develops detailed signal designs and systems, including at grade railroad crossing systems for both constant and fixed warning systems and traffic preemption functions
    Develops and modifies electrical circuits
    Performs feasibility studies and analysis, including braking calculations, control tables, routes and aspects, schematics, and phasing plans
    Supports key stages of the installation, testing and commissioning of rail based signaling, Communications Based Train Control (CBTC), and Positive Train Control (PTC) projects

    Skills and Attributes

    Familiarity with track, station, layover facility and general civil engineering
    Strong capability in use of computer applications including AutoCAD, Microstation, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
    Capability in the use of project management applications such as MS Project or Primavera
    Team oriented with strong capability to work independently
    Robust technical and critical thinking skills
    Detail oriented and quality focused
    Strong project/task management skills
    Strong communication skills

    Qualifications

    BS in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field of study preferred
    5-8 years of experience in rail transit design and/or signal engineering design required
    8-11 years' experience preferred
    Clear understanding of railroad and rail transit design requirements including AREMA recommended practices
    Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or PE licensure preferred

    Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in New York City is $92,000-150,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.


    We are VHB We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments.

    Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

    Our people make us great VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:

    Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
    Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
    Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
    Focus on learning, development, and career growth
    Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace


    We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast.

    We're growing, and we hope you'll join us

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    VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion—supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity.

    All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.


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