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    Signal Engineering Coordinator - Chicago, United States - Chicago Transit Authority

    Chicago Transit Authority
    Chicago Transit Authority Chicago, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Description
    Signal Engineering Coordinator R )

    Description


    SALARY
    $64.22


    POSITION SUMMARY


    Coordinates the activities of personnel involved in the planning and design of various engineering projects relating to signal equipment, including interlocking, overspeed protection, block signals, grade crossings, pedestrian crossings, remote control, centralized train control and various related systems to provide the Authority with a signal system that maximizes safety, operational flexibility and maintainability.

    Qualifications


    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES


    Coordinates construction of systems between manufacturers and design consultants, initiates contract change orders and performs field inspections of signal equipment and installation, approves track layouts and fabrication drawings for signal hardware and equipment; approves contractor requests.

    Oversees and reviews the consultant development of plans, specifications, estimates, budgets and schedules for signal construction projects. Develops scope of work for consultant designed projects; reviews/approves consultant submittals, schedules, estimates and pay requests.


    Coordinates and instructs lower level signal design engineers, draftsmen, student interns and engineering trainees in design activities and inspection of existing and new equipment.

    Develops, maintains and updates Railroad Signal Design Criteria and Standards. Provides technical leadership for Signal Systems.


    Coordinates the gathering and analysis of pertinent information in order to prepare contractual drawings, specifications, requisitions, material orders, budgets and estimates for complex signal installations by maintenance personnel and Contractors.

    Coordinates construction projects with involved government and regulatory agencies.

    Organizes complex activities for the development, implementation and maintenance of signal engineering projects.

    Provides support for the development and updating of capital improvement plans with emphasis on Railroad Signal infrastructure.

    Coordinates signal system requirements and operational needs with CTA operations planning, engineering, transportation, and maintenance representatives.

    Determines test procedures and conducts system testing to verify that installations by Authority personnel, Contractors, etc. are safe and according to specification. Coordinates and plans construction staging and signal cut overs.


    Designs and/or coordinates the design of electrical wiring circuits, compressed air systems and the installation of signal interlocking and other related equipment, including station interfaces.

    Determines equipment layouts and space requirements.

    Performs electrical load calculations and studies to determine AC service requirements for signal installations.

    Analyzes existing circuits at field locations to create accurate diagrams identifying undocumented field modifications.

    Conducts research to determine the appropriate application of state-of-the art equipment and to determine product substitution availability.

    Functions as Manager, Signal Engineering in absence of Manager.

    Participates in the investigation of accidents and system failures relating to signalized territory.

    Provides technical support for maintenance personnel in the installation and repair of signal systems.

    Performs system troubleshooting, operates various test devices including oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, ammeters, etc. maintains archives of computer programs relating to signal design.

    Burns computer chips for microprocessor installations.

    Determines test procedures for placing computer chips back in service.

    Performs other duties as assigned.


    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
    Reporting to this position may include the following jobs:

    Job Title

    Signal Engineer I

    Signal Engineer II

    Signal Engineer III

    Signal Intern


    CHALLENGES
    EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS


    Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in project management with an emphasis in Railroad Signal Infrastructure or approximately 10 years related experience.

    Required to possess a valid Illinois driver's license.


    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
    Light physical effort required.

    Must be able to climb ladders.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

    Must have extensive knowledge and experience in the design, operation and maintenance of signal systems and associated equipment.


    Must have comprehensive knowledge of electrical, mechanical and pneumatic equipment along with the associated circuitry utilizing a spectrum of electrical components and devices.

    Knowledge of signal and interlocking equipment capabilities and limitations.

    Knowledge of the control and braking equipment of rolling stock in order to coordinate same with signaling principles.

    Familiarity with electronic test equipment, oscilloscopes, ammeters and multimeters.


    Possess knowledge and skills necessary to operate a personal computer, be familiar with spreadsheets and word processing programs such as Excel and Word and familiar with cad design, particularly AutoCAD .

    Required to write and express oneself in a clear, logical and comprehensible manner.

    Required to be proficient in the use of mathematics.


    WORKING CONDITIONS
    Usual office conditions. Safety sensitive position.

    Occasionally required to work on elevated tracks, ballasted and subway tracks adjacent t moving rail vehicles and energized power rails.

    Occasionally required to travel to other transit properties and contractor facilities located throughout North America.

    Occasionally travels to and works at various field locations.

    EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS UTILIZED

    Computer, oscilloscope, ammeter, multimeter, logic analyzer.

    Additional Details:
    Employees and/or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process, per the applicable labor contracts.

    Rate to be determined by applicant's entered service date and service date in union jurisdiction of this classification.

    CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.


    No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, unfavorable military discharge, disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve.

    CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees, unless undue hardship would result.

    If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date.

    CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.

    TO BE CONSIDERED APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN THEIR ENTIRETY INCLUDING:

    UPLOADED RESUME / WORK HISTORY


    QUALIFICATIONS

    JOB ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS
    INFORMATION PROVIDED MUST BE ACCURATE AND TRUTHFUL.


    Failure to respond to correspondences during the hiring process in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness.

    CTA Benefits


    Primary Location:
    USA-Illinois-Chicago


    Job:
    Engineering


    Job Posting:
    Apr 19, 2024, 10:33:49 AM


    Position Type:
    : Full-time Permanent (FTP)


    Req ID:
    R
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