Sr. Signal Engineer

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?

Wabtec’s Digital Intelligence Signaling & Systems Project Management team is recognized as an industry leader in the successful delivery of complex integrated system projects, involving signaling, train control, communications, and back-office solutions with a strong focus on project execution, project management, schedule adherence and customer satisfaction. 

How will you make a difference?

As a Sr. Signal Engineer, you will lead the design and engineering of advanced rail signal systems, managing complex circuit designs and vital logic programming. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams, including senior stakeholders and customers, to ensure that solutions meet or exceed specifications, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. You will also play a pivotal role in mentoring junior engineers and leading project teams, offering strategic direction and guidance in system design and implementation. Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring high-quality signal solutions that contribute to safe, efficient, and innovative rail operations.

What do we want to know about you?

You must have:

A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field (Master’s or additional certifications are a plus).

• 7+ years of signal engineering experience, with a proven track record in the rail signaling industry.

• Deep expertise in signal system design, vital logic programming, and wayside/crossing designs.

• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio).

• Strong leadership, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior leaders, project teams, and customers.

• Experience in driving project scope, managing deliverables, and overseeing project execution from start to finish.

• Proven ability to lead technical reviews, identify risks, and develop effective solutions.

• Experience in delivering presentations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Experience with the following is preferred but not mandatory:

• ElectroLogIXS, ElectroCode, XP4

• SATS vital simulation software

• Class I freight railroad signaling

• I-ETMS PTC functionality

What will your typical day look like?

In your role, you will:

• Lead the design and implementation of wayside and crossing systems, including vital logic controller (VLC) programming, wayside interface unit (WIU) programming, and other critical signal components.

• Drive the review and refinement of project scope with senior management and project leads to ensure alignment with customer objectives, project timelines, and technical requirements.

• Oversee document control, ensuring all deliverables are accurately maintained, reviewed, and submitted in line with project deadlines and quality standards.

• Act as the technical lead during customer and internal project reviews, guiding discussions on system design, safety, and regulatory compliance.

• Mentor and coach junior engineers, fostering a collaborative team environment and developing engineering best practices and standards.

• Identify, address, and mitigate project risks, ensuring that projects stay on track and meet all safety, quality, and performance targets.

• Contribute to the strategic planning of the Digital Intelligence Signaling & Systems team by sharing insights, identifying emerging industry trends, and recommending innovative solutions for future projects.

You will also have opportunities to perform other duties outside of your core responsibilities, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary range for this role is between

The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include an annual bonus, if eligible.

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