Electrical Project Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Birdi Systems, Inc. is looking for an experienced Electrical Project Engineer for a large-scale Automated People Mover project in Orlando, Florida. This senior-level role involves field coordination, system integration, and collaboration with various teams to ensure project success. Candidates should have extensive experience in the transportation industry and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant field engineering experience, ideally within transportation or rail.
• Proven expertise in system integration for communications and power systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site field engineering and coordinate with subcontractors.
• Support integration and final design interface of key APM subsystems.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation for stakeholders.

Skills

System Integration

Project Scheduling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Position Overview:

Birdi Systems, Inc. is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to support a large-scale Automated People Mover (APM) transportation project. This role is ideal for a senior-level engineer specializing in field coordination, system integration, and multidisciplinary engineering support. The successful candidate will work directly under the Engineering Manager and collaborate closely with the construction, testing, and commissioning teams.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide on-site field engineering and coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors under the direction of the Engineering Manager.
2. Support the integration and final design interface of key APM subsystems including:
   • Communications (Radio, Network, CCTV, Public Address, ACAMS)
   • Cybersecurity compliance
   • Power Distribution and SCADA Systems
   • Automatic Train Control (ATC)
   • Platform Screen Doors (PSD)
   • Owner’s communications infrastructure
3. Assist construction and test teams in executing planned field activities.
4. Coordinate interdisciplinary engineering efforts across internal and external teams.
5. Oversee supplier activities, including schedule reviews and execution of factory and site acceptance testing.
6. Prepare technical reports and documentation for internal stakeholders and the Owner.
7. Act as the Engineering Manager’s delegate in meetings or project activities as needed.
8. Review and approve technical change orders and coordinate necessary communications across the project team.
9. Participate in regular project meetings with the Owner and internal leadership to align technical direction with project objectives.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
2. 10+ years of relevant field engineering experience, ideally within the transportation or rail industry.
3. Proven expertise in system integration for communications and power systems.
4. Experience working on infrastructure or transit projects with multiple technical interfaces.
5. Strong understanding of project scheduling, testing protocols, and contractor oversight.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
7. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary project environment.

At Birdi Systems, Inc., you’ll have the opportunity to work on transformative infrastructure and transportation projects alongside top-tier professionals and industry leaders. We foster a strong project-based team culture that supports growth, continuous technical development, and career advancement. Apply now to join a dynamic team delivering smart infrastructure solutions for tomorrow’s transit systems.

Company Description:

Birdi Systems, Inc. (BSI) is an award-winning, full-service systems engineering consulting and contracting firm based in Los Angeles, California. We specialize in providing technology solutions for major airports and transportation entities across the United States, with office locations in California, Colorado, Florida, and Washington, D.C.