Description

　　Senior Rail Planning Engineer – ATC

　　Department: PATH

　　Level: NRYT 03

　　Division: Car Equipment

　　Location: Harrison Car Maintenance Facility

　　Note: This is a PATH position, and it contributes to the Railroad Retirement System.

　　Responsibilities:

　　Reporting to the Technical Services Supervisor of Car Equipment Division, the selected candidate will be responsible for a wide range of tasks associated with maintaining the Automated Train Control System installed on the PATH rolling stock. This position will require the candidate to become familiar with not only the ATC system but also with the Signaling and other train control related systems interfacing with ATC on the PA5 car. This candidate will be responsible for monitoring the performance of their assigned system(s) and provide recommended improvements and/or corrective action when necessary to improve reliability; developing specifications for new equipment; preparing and managing equipment procurement and maintenance contracts where required; preparing agenda items, Memorandum of Authorization/Justification where required; daily, monthly, and quarterly reporting will be expected. This position requires interpreting drawings, manuals and specifications directly and indirectly related to the ATC system. The candidate will be required to work in office, shop, and train yard environments.

　　Qualifications:

　　Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.

　　Applicants must meet performance standards, meet attendance standards, and complete all probationary periods.

　　Requirements:

　　Minimum of 3 years practical experience in engineering.

　　Demonstrated knowledge and practical experience with current rail transit technology.

　　Able to interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.

　　Familiarity with common testing tools (Digital Voltmeter, Function Generator, and Oscilloscope).

　　Experience technical writing to a wide range of audiences.

　　Experience working with Windows and Linux operating systems.

　　Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills evidenced by proficiency in the common Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Power Point).

　　Desirable:

　　Experience working with the Communication Based Train Control System utilized by the PATH PA5 car class.

　　Minimum of 3 years working within a railroad as a Signaling Engineer.

　　REQNUMBER: JV-61501