Engineer- Rail Communications

HNTB; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 83,373 - 163,005; Full time

Job summary

HNTB is seeking an Engineering professional in White Plains, NY, responsible for design and modification of engineering projects. The role includes developing, reviewing technical reports, and mentoring junior staff.

Qualified candidates must have a degree in Engineering, experience with transit-oriented communication systems, and familiarity with NYC Metro clients. The compensation ranges from $83,373.48 to $163,005.83 based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 4 years of relevant experience.
• Master’s degree in Engineering and 3 years of relevant experience.
• PhD in Engineering and 2 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Completes assigned work within the schedule.
• Assist in the development of project specifications.
• Responsible for development of engineering project deliverables.
• Aids in coordination of project team members.
• Provides technical guidance to team members.
• Performs quality control reviews of project elements.

Skills

Engineering experience in design of transit communication systems

Experience with NYC Metro Area rail clients

Experience in Microsoft Office

Experience in MicroStation

Experience in AutoCAD

Experience in Revit

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Job description

What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

This opportunity entails being responsible for the production and modification of design calculations, technical reports, engineering plans and specifications for assigned projects. This position works closely with the project manager to perform research, development, calculations, design and delivery. Applies engineering techniques, procedures and design criteria for projects ranging in size and complexity. Leverages technical knowledge, experience and client relationships to assist in the execution and evaluation of project designs. Develops conceptual and detailed designs and calculations to support the project execution using current drawing and technical tools, programs and software. May mentor, train and review work of junior engineer staff and provide constructive feedback. As a member of the team, you will contribute to the successful project delivery for a diverse range of projects for HNTB’s clients.

At HNTB, the communications engineering team is responsible for the design of systems that directly interact with the riding public and keep trains moving. Project work can include Train Control Systems (PTC, CBTC), Backbone fiber and copper communications, CCTV, access control, public address, video information screens, WiFi and cellular systems.

What You'll Do

• Completes assigned work within the schedule and number of hours provided.
• Assist in the development of project specifications.
• Responsible for development of discipline specific engineering project elements/deliverables such as reports, designs, and plans.
• Aids in the coordination and productivity of project team members.
• Provides technical guidance to less experienced engineering project team members.
• Works closely with other disciplines and on multi-discipline projects.
• Performs quality control reviews of discipline - specific engineering project elements/deliverables.
• Assists with coordination and planning of schedules, hours, and distribution of work within discipline.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 4 years of relevant experience, or
• Master’s degree in Engineering and 3 years of relevant experience, or
• PhD in Engineering and 2 years of relevant experience

What You'll Bring

• Engineering experience in the design of transit oriented communication systems including backbone fiber optic, CCTV, access control, public address, visual information screens, cellular, WiFi, networking, and/or train control systems.
• Experience with NYC Metro Area rail clients: Amtrak, NJ Transit, MTA C&D, MNR, LIRR.
• Independently progresses the majority of designs and tasks required of the discipline.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, MicroStation, AutoCAD, and/or Revit.
• Exhibiting a thorough understanding of the application related engineering, geometric and algebraic principles.
• Managing time, proactively forecasting, and communicating project development needs.

What We Prefer

• Master’s degree in Engineering
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification

Additional Information

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Equal Opportunity Employer. Disability/Veteran information available. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Locations

Newark, NJ; New York, NY; White Plains, NY (Westchester Hudson Valley).

Compensation

New York: $83,373.48 – $163,005.83. New Jersey: $91,710.82 – $156,485.61. Nationwide: $83,373.48 – $163,005.83. Pay range is a good faith estimate and may vary depending on qualifications, experience, skills, and location.