Senior Transit Signal Engineer — Hybrid/Remote Options

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc.; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. is seeking a Senior Signal Engineer/Designer to join the Transit & Rail group. The role involves leading detailed signal design work for complex rail projects, with opportunities across multiple office locations in the US.

Hybrid work is available, with remote options within the firm’s footprint. You will guide signaling plans, develop designs for train control systems, and oversee projects from planning through commissioning, leveraging AREMA practices and strong

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 11-15 years of professional experience in railroad and/or rail transit engineering design.
• Familiarity with AREMA recommended practices.
• Strong understanding of track, station, layover facility and general civil engineering.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint; MS Project or Primavera for project management.

Responsibilities

• Supports signaling project phases from planning to commissioning for transit/rail projects.
• Leads signal engineering activities for large, complex projects or multiple smaller projects.
• Participates in project staffing decisions and develops detailed signal designs.
• Develops electrical circuits and signal systems, including at-grade crossing components.
• Performs feasibility studies, braking calculations, routes and phasing plans.
• Supports installation, testing, and commissioning of CBTC and PTC projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Project coordination

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

PE License preferred

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc. is seeking a Senior Signal Engineer/Designer to join the Transit & Rail group. The role involves leading detailed signal design work for complex rail projects, with opportunities across multiple office locations in the US.

Hybrid work is available, with remote options within the firm’s footprint. You will guide signaling plans, develop designs for train control systems, and oversee projects from planning through commissioning, leveraging AREMA practices and strong