Inspector - Signals & Train Controls

Colliers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid healthcare

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement plan with match

FSA/HSA options

Employee Assistance Program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Ramos Consulting Services, now part of Colliers Engineering & Design, seeks an Inspector for Signals & Train Control in Seattle to verify contractor compliance and oversee field activities on a light rail extension project.

The role requires 5+ years in signals or train control, OSHA 30-Hour certification, and on-site availability including nights/weekends. Competitive compensation applies with full benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical training or degree in electrical engineering or electronics technology preferred.
• Approximately 5+ years of inspection experience on signals or train control systems.

Responsibilities

• Verify Contractor conformance to contract documents, submittals, RFIs, and standards for signals and train control work.
• Inspect on-site signals and train control activities per Staffing Plan; coordinate inspections.
• Inspect wayside equipment, signal houses, cable installations, and grounding.
• Inspect switch machines, train detection, and related installations.
• Document testing, punch lists, and progress quantities; log site conditions.
• Communicate non-conforming work to Resident Engineer and quality staff.

Education

Technical training or a degree in electrical engineering or electronics technology

Tools

OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification

Valid driver's license

Job description

Overview

Ramos CS, now part of Colliers Engineering & Design, is an engineering, program, and construction management firm providing quality transit, transportation, and infrastructure consulting services on public projects across the Western United States. We focus our solutions on mobility-related projects that serve the needs of our communities within the municipal, transit, transportation, airport, and port sectors.

With a staff of diversified, licensed professionals, our philosophy stems from the idea that successful project execution starts with people.

We are seeking an Inspector for Signals & Train Control to perform field inspection work as Owner's Representative on a light rail extension program's trackwork and systems construction contract. The Inspector verifies that the Contractor's installation of safety-critical signals and train control systems, including wayside signals, interlockings, train detection, and signal houses, conforms to the contract documents, approved submittals, RFIs, and all applicable codes and design standards. The Inspector works under the direction of the Resident Engineer and the Construction Engineer (Signals & Train Control), documents the Contractor's daily activities, and reports non-conforming work for resolution.

Responsibilities

• Understands and verifies Contractor conformance to all contract documents, submittals, RFIs, and applicable codes and design standards for signals and train control work.
• Inspects on-site signals and train control activities according to the approved Staffing Plan, and prioritizes inspection coverage in coordination with the Authority's construction management representatives.
• Inspects wayside equipment, signal house and case installation, cable installation and terminations, bonding, and grounding.
• Inspects switch machine, train detection, and wayside device installation and adjustment.
• Observes and documents site acceptance testing, integrated testing and cutover activities.
• Monitors contractor operations for compliance with OSHA regulations and Authority safety requirements, including work near operating rail, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Completes Inspector Daily Reports (IDRs) documenting work performed, labor, equipment, materials, and site conditions.
• Records field quantities in support of progress payments.
• Communicates non-conforming work to the Resident Engineer and quality management staff and documents it in the IDR.
• Takes and logs construction photos and supports as-built redline documentation.
• Supports punch list, commissioning, and closeout inspections.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or a degree in electrical engineering or electronics technology preferred.
• Approximately 5+ years of inspection, installation, maintenance, or testing experience on signals or train control systems for light rail, heavy rail, or other rail systems.
• Working knowledge of wayside signaling, interlockings, switch machines, and train detection systems.
• Experience with signal testing and cutover on an operating rail system preferred.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification and rail worker protection training preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be able to work on-site in Seattle full-time during construction, including night and weekend work as required.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $90,000 to $160,000 per year (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

Ramos Consulting Services, now a part of Colliers Engineering & Design, offers competitive benefits that support our employees in their life and career. This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to:

• Employer-Provided Healthcare: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee base plans. We also provide a 40% employer contribution toward dependent or family coverage plans.
• Paid Time Off: 120 hours of combined PTO and Sick Time annually, in addition to paid holidays.
• Retirement Planning: Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Pre-tax FSA/HSA options for medical, dental, and dependent care expenses to help manage out-of-pocket costs.
• Employee Wellness & Support: 100% employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing 24/7 confidential support for work-life balance, financial wellness, and emotional well-being.
• National Resources & Career Growth: As part of the Colliers Engineering & Design national platform, employees have access to expanded technical resources, mentorship, and diverse career development opportunities across the Western United States and beyond.