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Railroad Signal Design Engineer

AEC Talent Acquisition Consultants, LLC

Railroad Signal Design Engineer

Boston, MA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you looking for a new challenge?  Our client is growing and wants you to grow with them!  Excellent benefits, upward mobility, and continued learning and development!

    Responsibilities

    Understanding of the following attributes of a signaling system:

    • North American Train Control Systems for Freight, Commuter Rail, Light Rail, and High-speed rail operations
    • Detailed knowledge of Signal Aspect and speed control drawings
    • Signal block design involving “Safe Braking” for all types of North American signal systems
    • Wayside Signaling systems including wayside/cab, switch machines, track circuits, and cross bonding, and/or axle counters
    • Ability to design in accordance with the FRA principles defined in the CFR 49 parts 234-236 relating to vital and non-vital software and electrical circuits
    • Ability to program Vital and Non-Vital Microprocessor based systems
    • Experience with designing “at grade” railroad crossing circuits for both constant and fixed warning systems including traffic preemption
    • Power Supplies and Distribution.
    • Knowledge of office systems involving computer-based dispatcher workstations
    • Knowledge of railroad signal construction techniques and standards for heavy and light rail installations
    • Minimum of 10 years’ experience with CFR 49 Parts 234-236, AREMA Signal Manual and Recommendations and IEEE and how they pertain to North American train control systems.
    • Working knowledge of all applications within the Microsoft Office software group.
    • Ability to create or revise electronic drawings using AutoCAD and/or Microstation CAD programs.
    • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
    • Motivated to lead and mentor others
    • Ability to travel locally and nationally when required
    • A positive attitude towards teamwork, communication and problem-solving

    Qualifications

    Qualifications:

    • Minimum 10 years’ experience in North American Railroad Signaling Systems
    • An Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or in a related field such as Computer Systems Engineering etc.

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    If interested, please apply and you will be glad you did!