Signaling & Train Control Engineer

Arup; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401(k) with company match

Flexible working

Job summary

Arup is seeking a Signaling & Train Control Engineer based in Sacramento to join our North America Rail team. You will work on the California High Speed Rail project, contributing to signaling system deliverables, modelling, and interface with clients and vendors.

The role requires at least 5 years of signaling & train control experience with knowledge in PTC, ETCS or CBTC, and a strong understanding of RAMS and safety certification processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering.
• 5 years signaling & train control experience with knowledge in PTC, ETCS or CBTC.
• Understanding of System Safety Certification processes and RAMS.
• Knowledge of railway standards such as CENELEC, AREMA, MIL-STD, IEEE and EN.
• Professional Engineer designation in California or equivalent is an asset, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct train headway simulations and operational modelling.
• Support delivery of preliminary designs for signaling & train control ensuring QA compliance.
• Identify technical requirements to enable procurement of signaling & train control vendors.
• Review detailed designs from signaling & train control vendors and oversee installation and testing.
• Engage with clients in sub-discipline areas, with clear and concise communication.

Skills

Signaling & Train Control

Leadership with clients

PTC/ETCS/CBTC knowledge

RAMS & Safety concepts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We collaborate with public and private sector clients to unlock the transformative potential of railways. We offer a broad range of services spanning planning, design, delivery, systems integration, assurance, safety and security assessments, and optimization of railway operation and maintenance performance to unlock the financial value for investors, asset owners, operators and maintainers, while navigating the transition to low carbon and resilient rail. You would be joining our multidisciplinary team focusing on technical excellence and innovative solutions that shape a better future for people and the planet.

Given our growing business, Arup is looking for a Signaling & Train Control Engineer based in our West Geography (Sacramento). You will be a key member of Arup’s engineering team in Sacramento on the California High Speed Rail, Track and Systems Contract (TSCC), and you will support Arup’s Rail Business and capability in Signaling & Train Control in North America. We are looking for someone with experience of delivering signaling & train control systems, with knowledge in at least one of the following: Positive Train Control (PTC), European Train Control System (ETCS), Communication Based Train Control (CBTC). We are looking for someone who has a real passion to learn, a high level of curiosity, and the versatility to understand and apply different technologies. Additionally, this person must be able to engage with people and create a positive environment that encourages new engineers to join the team.

The Opportunity

For our North American Business

You will have domain knowledge in at least one of the following PTC, ETCS, and CBTC.

You will be well informed and curious about the signaling & train control industry, in particular the pros and cons of different technologies and products.

For the California High Speed Rail (CHSR) Project

You will support our local lead for the CHSR Signaling & Train Control scope.

You will work collaboratively with other disciplines and partners within our TSCC consortium.

You will conduct train headway simulations and operational modelling

You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of preliminary designs for Signaling & Train Control ensuring full compliance with the Quality Management process.

You will be responsible for identifying the technical requirements to enable the procurement of suitable vendors to supply the signaling & train control system.

You will be responsible for supporting the review of the detailed designs from the signaling & train control systems vendors and participating in the oversight of the installation and testing of these systems.

You will be expected to participate in client engagement in your sub-discipline area(s). As such you need strong communication skills, self-awareness and the ability to articulate technical subject matter clearly and succinctly.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is This Role Right for You?

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering

Experience working directly with clients in a leadership role.

5 years of signaling & train control experience with experience and knowledge in at least one of the following: PTC, ETCS, CBTC.

Understanding of the application System Safety Certification processes and RAMS

Knowledgeable in railway standards such as CENELEC, AREMA, MIL-STD, IEEE and EN

Engineering Concepts, including Design, Verification & Validation, and System Integration

Professional Engineer designation in California or equivalent is an asset, but not required

Basic understanding of construction project procurement approaches, project schedule and cost estimate documents is preferred

Ability to participate in design/consulting delivery teams

What We Offer You

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits at Work

At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future

Flexible Working

We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available

Sacramento, California, United States of America Hiring Range

The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Sacramento is $100,000 to $110,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note that hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Sacramento will differ.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup .

Our Application Process

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied, you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.

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