Senior Signal Circuit Designer

About the Role

Under the direction of the Principal Signal Engineer or the Assistant Superintendent of Signals, the incumbent performs responsible technical duties in the rehabilitation and maintenance of the signal system governing train movements. The incumbent may also oversee subordinate Staff Signals Designers and Draftspersons in the performance of their duties related to the signals system. 

Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform data and trend analysis of the PATH CBTC/ATC system. This analysis requires the ability to understand complex data from the carborne and wayside CBTC systems, along with the conventional solid state interlocking system.
• Assists in establishing design concepts, criteria, and standards for vital and non-vital systems associated with the conventional signal system and the CBTC system. 
• Designs circuits required for rehabilitation and modifications of the conventional underlying signal system that interface with the CBTC system.
• Prepares test plans, test procedures and conducts field and operational test on new, rehabilitated, or modified signal system installations. Simulates various operating conditions, and test that signal apparatus operates in accordance with PATH and FRA requirements and that systems are functioning as designed. This applies to all ATC subsystems.
• Maintains file of signal system drawings, power diagrams, wiring diagrams and apparatus layouts; prepares new or revised drawings as required.

NOTE: The foregoing is not exclusive and is not meant to describe all those duties which may be assigned to a Senior Signal Designer.  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering)
• Progressively responsible related experience (5+ years) with PTC or CBTC systems currently used in North America, Europe, or Asia.
• Knowledge and understanding of FRA rules and regulations as they apply to PTC and Signal systems.
• Expert knowledge of excel including the ability import data and generate graphs and pivot tables.
• Experience with data communication network systems including knowledge of fiber optics and all current communications protocols, wired and wireless.
• Experience with signal control computer server systems including the ability to perform advance software maintenance on such systems.
• Proven leadership and management skills with the ability to develop and motivate personnel.
• Ability to manage multiple projects stems.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment skills and provide effective solutions to complex problems.
• Related experience with managing scopes and schedules
• Diverse experience specific to railroad systems experience include: Operations, Troubleshooting, Field testing, Factory testing, Training. 

Desired Qualifications

• Minimum of (5) years continuous full-time paid work in the train control field. This experience should be with major CBTC or PTC vendor in the North American market.
• The candidate must possess a thorough knowledge and understanding of train control systems with extensive knowledge of carborne, wayside, and positioning systems used in a major vendors (Siemens, Thales Alstom) CBTC or PTC system.
• Use of computer-based calculation tool and application programs
• Perform vital and non-vital circuit design and circuit analysis.
• Development of test procedures and directing and conducting circuit and operation test.
• Project management skills related to overlaying CBTC system in a brown field environment. 

Selection Process

The application process varies by position, but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s). Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check.

Compensation & Benefits

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package, hybrid work options for many positions, and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

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