Signal Systems Engineer
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists
Signal Systems Engineer
Position SummaryThe Signal Systems Engineer will support the design, implementation, and enhancement of train control and signaling systems for rail and transit infrastructure projects. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams and clients to ensure signaling solutions meet safety standards, regulatory compliance, and operational goals.
Primary Responsibilities- Analyze, design, and commission fixed block and automatic block signaling systems, with emphasis on track circuit integration, interlocking logic, and grade crossing automation.
- Assist in reviewing, modifying, and validating vital logic software to enhance system performance.
- Develop functional and detailed signal system designs for new and existing rail infrastructure.
- Implement and verify innovative signal control solutions tailored to complex transit environments.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering and construction teams throughout the project lifecycle.
- Conduct detailed technical analyses and documentation to support design, implementation, and testing activities.
Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of experience in rail transit signaling and train control systems.
- In‑depth knowledge of track circuit functionality and its role in train control and signaling.
- Experience designing and implementing automatic block signaling systems.
- Strong understanding of signaling principles, including approach locking, time locking, and route locking.
- Familiar with interlocking signal operations and their integration with track circuits.
- Proven ability to design, test, and validate safety‑critical signaling systems and logic control.
- Experience working with Vital Logic Software (VLS) or Vital Harmon Logic Controllers (VHLC) and interlockings.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and other CAD software (Bentley, Micro Station, REVIT, Solid Works).
- Experience modifying, testing, and commissioning railway signal control software.
- Experience with CTDOT, Metro‑North, Amtrak, and MBTA projects.
- Familiarity with project management and design workflow tools (Microsoft Office, Procore).
- Highly organized with strong time‑management capabilities and effective communication skills.
- Works outdoors at construction sites and indoors.
- Frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, stoops, and crouches while negotiating work areas under construction.
- Sits, reads, writes, and uses a keyboard.
- May be exposed to harsh weather conditions and loud noise.
Union benefits for Local # IBEW members, health coverage, pension options, paid leave, and professional development opportunities.
Equal Opportunity EmployerL.K. Comstock & Company LLC and Rail Works are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
CompensationSalary range: $125,000 – $200,000 annually.
Work schedule:
Monday‑Friday with weekend availability if needed.
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