This position will provide support, oversight, coordination and administration of the railroad signal and communication system assets. This position requires an individual with some experience in the design of rail signal and communication system, knowledge of AREMA Rules & Guidelines to Signals and Communication design, FRA Part 233, 234 & 236, applicable MUTCD and Federal Highway Crossing Systems rules. This position requires an individual with some level of familiarity with vital programmable logic control systems and applicable wayside equipment from key suppliers such as Alstom/GE, in order to perform design & reviews of product and system submittals.
CAPITAL METRO IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Monitors and evaluates the maintenance and repair activities of the communications and signals maintenance contractor.
Review, monitor and generate reports, documents and records for compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) signal system requirements.
Reviews the preparation of work plans, maintenance, cost estimates and change orders as related to the installation, inspection, testing, maintaining, diagnosing and repairing of the railroad communications and signal systems.
Assists contractors in the evaluation and investigation of signal system failures.
Assists with signal oversight on Capital Metro Railroad (CMTY) projects.
Conducts field inspections of completed work jointly with Operations and Maintenance (O&M) contractors for conformance to CMTY and regulatory requirements, specifications and project requirements.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification. Related experience may be substituted on a year for year basis up to four (4) years.
Five (5) years directly relevant signal and communication maintenance experience on a rail system.
Certificate in Rail Signaling preferred.
Advanced knowledge of principles of railroad signal and communications engineering, GCOR and demonstrated experience with railroad systems and railroad operations.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Strong working knowledge with pertinent code and regulatory requirements of agencies such as the FRA. • Working knowledge of signal standards such as AREMA, BNSF, or Union Pacific. • Working knowledge of computer-aided design systems, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation, and scheduling software as it relates to project management. • Excellent organization abilities, analytical skills and communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate technical information to a non-technical audience. • Be self-motivated and seek opportunities for continuous improvement of skills and processes. • Be a catalyst and a willing participant of organizational changes. • Ability to work in a team environment in a matrix organization, partnering well with employees, management, users, business areas, vendors, contractors and undertake duties and tasks as assigned without close supervision. • Ability to be a positive and constructive contributor in a team-based environment. • Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and diverse groups of people and activities simultaneously. • Demonstrated leadership ability.
