Electrical Engineer - (Communication & Signaling) 90383225 - Lancaster

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SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Support development and implementation of Communication & Signaling projects, with emphasis on Signal Systems. Coordinate activities with project, division, production forces and other Amtrak departments to design and implement new or modify existing C&S assets and facilities.Uses computer-aided design (CAD) software to create technical drawings to help design and build products or structures. Duties include collaborating with engineering and field personnel, generating digital drawings and schematics based on design specifications and preparing related technical documents.This position will participate in design, construction and commissioning planning and review meetings. This position supports maintaining configuration control of C&S hardware and software designs. This position provides technical expertise to other departments and makes engineering decisions for the C&S Department and their staff upon request

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Support division and production C&S forces in implementation of modifications to Amtrak's Signal system and addressing technical issues.
• Uses CAD software to prepare technical drawings, ensure accuracy and standard compliance, and update and modify existing documents.
• Collaborate with project and field engineers to ensure accuracy of existing designs prior to modification.
• Maintain documentation of all comments for design and implementation plans, both internal and external.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• College Degree, in lieu of education a minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience is needed
• Experience with Bentley Microstation CAD
• Knowledge of software system design concepts and processes.
• Prior satisfactory job performance is required.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate with field personnel to ensure accuracy of signal system designs on file.
• Ability to shift priorities at short notice.
• Ability to analyze design sketches and specifications to create technical drawings.
• Strong Attention to detail to ensure drawings are accurate according to specifications.
• Communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with engineers and other professionals.
• Time Management Skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree required OR equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Extensive field knowledge of train control construction and maintenance practices
• Qualified on NORAC, AMT-2 and RWP
• Working knowledge of railroad circuit design as applied in signal systems.
• Knowledge of C&S equipment (microprocessors, relay, batteries, etc.).
• Knowledge of Amtrak's interlocking layouts and physical characteristics.

WORK ENVRIORNMENT:

• Onsite position, may be required to work extended hours.
• Travel to various points on the Amtrak System.
• Occasional exposure to elements in the field.

COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The salary/hourly range is $86,500-$111,996. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, internal equity, etc. Depending on an employee's assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee's base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position and/or long-term incentive plan compensation. In addition to your salary, Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with employer match; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; back-up care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement of education expenses; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Learn more about our benefits offeringshere.

Requisition ID:164111

Posting Location(s):Pennsylvania

Work Arrangement:06-OnsiteClick here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak.

Job Family/Function:Engineering

Relocation Offered:No

Travel Requirements:Up to 50%

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Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen.

Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.

In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR * 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. *1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.

Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

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