Rail Systems Engineer

Utah Transit Authority; Salt Lake City, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision

Transit benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Pension plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Utah Transit Authority is seeking a Rail Systems Engineer to oversee diverse rail technologies, including PTC and overhead catenary systems, from design through implementation, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

The role involves coordinating activities across signals, traction power, and railway systems, reviewing drawings, leading design changes, and preparing reports while collaborating with multiple departments and contracted personnel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field.
• Five years of progressive rail systems experience.
• Valid Utah driver’s license with limited driving violations in recent years.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate system engineering activities for signals, traction power, PTC and overhead catenary systems.
• Review as-built drawings and compare with field conditions.
• Design modifications and direct implementation in the field.
• Participate in design criteria reviews, submittal reviews, factory acceptance testing and field installation.
• Prepare technical reports, cost estimates, and schedules as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Team facilitation

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Job description

TheRail Systems Engineerrole at the Utah Transit Authority offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge rail technologies like Positive Train Control and overhead catenary systems, overseeing diverse responsibilities from system design to implementation. This position allows you to make a tangible impact on transit safety and efficiency, with opportunities for professional growth through leadership and collaboration. You'll thrive in a dynamic environment that demands both technical expertise and creative problem-solving, making this role ideal for engineers eager to contribute to essential urban infrastructure.

As aRail Systems Engineerfor the Utah Transit Authority, you will:

Coordinate system engineering activities with respect to all rail systems that include signals, stray current, traction power, Positive Train Control (PTC), and overhead catenary systems.

Review as-built drawings and compare them to actual field conditions.

Design modifications to existing systems and direct the implementation of the design in the field.

Participate in and provide technical expertise in creating and reviewing project design criteria and design activities. Activities include design review, submittal reviews, factory acceptance testing, field installation, testing, and capacity improvements for rail signal, traction power, and overhead catenary systems.

Prepare technical reports, cost estimates, and schedules as needed.

Work with contracted personnel as needed for systems-related processes and projects. Work closely with other departments for items that need collaborative solutions.

Report Positive Train Control progress as required by the FRA. This reporting includes the management and monitoring of PTC-recorded events that need closure and reporting.

Help prepare and submit other systems-related reports and analyses as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience/Education/Licenses

Five years of progressively more responsible experience in project design, development, construction, maintenance, testing, and implementation of rail systems and rail signal fields. Preferred two years of demonstrated competence in managing engineering projects, particularly railroad or rail transit projects.

At least one year with demonstrated progressive competence in leading others.

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related field.

Must have a valid Utah driver's license and no more than 4 moving violations in the past 3 years; cannot have more than 1 violation of driving under the influence of alcohol or any drug within the last 10 years.

Knowledge

Strong working knowledge of train control, traction power substations (TPSS), OCS, PTC, and other related systems, industry procedures, and industry trends.

Electronic, electrical, and mechanical systems theory for signals, TPSS, OCS, and PTC reviews.

Electronic, electrical, and mechanical test, safety, and troubleshooting procedures.

Word processing and data calculation knowledge is required. Knowledge of databases is preferred.

Skills

Creative and strong problem-solving skills.

Strong leadership and team facilitation skills.

Interpersonal skills.

Detail-oriented.

Ability to

Write and communicate clearly.

Work closely, productively, and effectively with a team to accomplish tasks.

Work in a fast-paced, team environment.

Work independently or with little direction.

This job requires regular and predictable attendance.

– OR –

An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

[UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.]

Pay Rate: 102300.00 or more, depending on experience

As a full-time Administrative Employee, your Total Rewards Benefits Package will include:

Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance, with Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts. Choice between Traditional Co-Pay or High Deductible Health Plans for medical coverage. HSA with company match available to employees enrolled in the HDHP. Benefit plans include coverage for domestic partners (eligibility affidavit required for coverage).

Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children.

22 days of accrued paid time off (13 vacation days and 9 sick days), which increases with tenure at UTA.

10 paid holidays and two paid (2) floating holidays per year.

Retirement options - Pension Plan with 5-year vesting schedule and 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching.

Generous tuition reimbursement for higher education, available for any higher education degree (bachelor, master, or PHD). Course of study must be approved prior to enrollment.

Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.

Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement (after 12 months of employment).

Free transit passes for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children.

Employee assistance program – includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.

UTA Well – a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.

Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA Fitness and EoS Fitness.

Discounted cell phone plans with T-Mobile.

Pet insurance plan options (tailored plan coverage based on pet’s health and needs).

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