Train Control Lead (RSES)

Egisgroup; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with company match

PTO and holidays

Educational assistance

Hybrid schedules

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

EOE

Job summary

Egisgroup in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Train Control Expert to define, manage, and assure system-wide data requirements for High-Speed Rail subsystems. You will support data exchanges across Train Control, TMS, SCADA, and Telecom, drive ICD development, and ensure data integrity for integration and operations.

The role requires a strong background in data modelling, standards, and real-time data management, with emphasis on cybersecurity and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Degree or higher in a relevant engineering field; advanced certifications preferred.
• 10+ years in rail, infrastructure, or complex systems projects.
• Experience with High-Speed Rail systems is desirable.
• Professional Engineer license and INCOSE membership are expected but not mandatory

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain system data requirements, data models, and data dictionaries.
• Specify and manage data interfaces across Train Control, TMS, SCADA, Telecom, and Key Management systems.
• Develop and support ICDs with clear data definitions for integration.
• Define data flows, governance, and validation rules across subsystems.
• Ensure data consistency, integrity, and interoperability and support testing and commissioning.

Skills

Data modelling

Data governance

Requirements translation

Problem solving

System integration

Education

Degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical, Telecom, or Computer Science

Master's degree in Telecom or equivalent; PE lic. & INCOSE

Tools

UML

SysML

XML

JSON

OPC

MQTT

APIs

PKI

Job description

We are seeking a Train Control Expert in our Sacramento, CA office to support the CA HSR project.

Under the general direction of the Deputy Director of Network Integration, the System Data Expert is responsible for defining, managing, and assuring system-wide data requirements across High-Speed Rail subsystems, including Train Control, Traffic Management, SCADA, Telecommunications, and Key Management systems. The role ensures consistent, secure, and integrated data exchange across all interfaces and supports system integration, testing, and operational readiness.

This position is based in Sacramento, CA and will require relocation for any candidates outside the local area.

Main Responsibilities

• Define and maintain system data requirements, data models, and data dictionaries
• Specify and manage data interfaces across Train Control, TMS, SCADA, Telecom, and Key Management systems
• Develop and support Interface Control Documents (ICDs) with clear data definitions
• Define data flows, ownership, governance, and validation rules
• Ensure data consistency, integrity, and interoperability across all subsystems
• Support system integration, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting
• Ensure compliance with safety, cybersecurity, and regulatory requirements

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Train Control systems (e.g., ETCS, signaling principles)
• Traffic Management Systems (TMS)
• SCADA/EMS systems (power, infrastructure monitoring)
• Telecom systems (GSM-R, FRMCS, fiber/IP networks)
• Expertise in data modelling and standards (UML, SysML, XML, JSON)
• Knowledge of real-time data systems, telemetry, and time-series data
• Experience with data exchange protocols (e.g., OPC, MQTT, APIs)
• Familiarity with cybersecurity and key management (PKI, encryption, IEC 62443)

Analytical Functional Skills

• Strong ability to define data governance, ownership, and quality frameworks
• Ability to translate operational and system needs into structured data requirements
• Excellent problem-solving across complex technical interfaces
• Experience

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical, Telecom, or Computer Science
• Typically 10+ years' experience in rail, infrastructure, or complex systems projects
• TCS or Telecom engineer background
• At least one experience in High-Speed Rail systems Education-Master's degree in Telecom or equivalent Certification: expected but not as a threshold = Professional Engineer (PE) license and INCOSE membership

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, the expected compensation range for this role is $165,000 to $205,000 annually. Compensation offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs.

Why join Egis:

• Opportunity to participate in a full range of employee benefits including, health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance beginning the first day of the month following the first 30 days of continuous employment.
• 401(k) plan beginning the first day of the month following 90 days of continuous employment with 4% company match.
• Gracious Paid Time Off (PTO) package with increased accrual rates with tenure, along with 9 paid holidays.
• Competitive wages and potential bonus opportunities offered.
• Flexible schedules and potential hybrid schedules offered.
• Paid parental leave offered beginning the first day of the month following the first 30 days of continuous employment.
• Educational assistance / Tuition Reimbursement.
• An affirmative action participant EOE M/F/D/V/SO