Transit Systems Engineer

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Develop and manage system-level integration of transit systems.
• Perform block design calculations including safe braking analysis.
• Perform traction power return current analysis to ensure broken rail protection.
• Train Performance Calculator Operation
• Troubleshoot complex system problems and identify root causes / corrective actions
• Assist with the preparation and delivery of technical presentations to customers
• Define system architectures, functional allocations, and interface requirements to ensure cohesive subsystem integration.
• Prepare systems documentation, including requirement specifications, schematics, drawings, etc.
• Support system design reviews (e.g., conceptual design, preliminary design, final design) to verify alignment with project and operational objectives.
• Develop, review, and maintain system requirements and requirements allocations to subsystem designs.
• Validate customer, regulatory, and operational inputs and translate them into clear system engineering outputs prior to design delivery.
• Review procurement and vendor submittals to verify compliance with system and project requirements.
• Perform system-level and electrical circuit analysis to support novel or non-standard design architectures.
• Evaluate electrical equipment and product selections for compliance with technical specifications and system performance requirements.
• Analyze data collected from field surveys and testing activities to support troubleshooting, validation, and system performance assessments.
• Develop technical documentation, test procedures, and verification forms supporting system design and validation activities.
• Data Analysis experience using Excel, MATLAB, Python, C, C++, etc
• Utilize project collaboration and document control tools (e.g., Box, Smartsheet, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office) to manage system engineering deliverables.
• Perform cutover planning and support field engineering work for transit systems projects as needed.
• Support of shop drawing development and technical support of equipment procurement.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-5 years of experience within similar transit system design environment.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License in good standing.
• Ability to travel occasionally for Corporate Events and Training.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good organization and communication skills.
• Strong Time Management skills.
• Work with a diverse group of individuals and organizations representing public agencies, private utilities, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Familiar with FRA regulations CFR 234, 236, NFPA and transit related codes/standards

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER