Senior CBTC Systems Lead for Rail Signaling

HNTB Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 188,000 - 301,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB Corporation seeks a Senior Technical Lead with deep CBTC and rail signaling expertise to guide the technical team through all lifecycle phases of major projects. You will coordinate with clients, leadership, and engineering teams to resolve interface issues and drive design decisions.

You will mentor staff, oversee system integration activities, and help develop technically robust, cost-effective solutions that meet schedule and budget targets.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with significant relevant experience or higher degrees (Master's/PhD).
• At least 10–12 years of relevant experience for senior roles, including CBTC or rail signaling.
• Proven track record leading technical teams on complex rail projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent technical reviews and provide guidance on complex projects.
• Direct and mentor production staff and project leadership on technical matters.
• Support marketing efforts, including proposals, for complex engineering projects.

Skills

CBTC

Rail signaling

Technical leadership

Systems engineering

Requirements management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Tools

IBM DOORS

Job description

HNTB Corporation seeks a Senior Technical Lead with deep CBTC and rail signaling expertise to guide the technical team through all lifecycle phases of major projects. You will coordinate with clients, leadership, and engineering teams to resolve interface issues and drive design decisions.

You will mentor staff, oversee system integration activities, and help develop technically robust, cost-effective solutions that meet schedule and budget targets.