Principal Engineer - 90336337 - Onsite Philadelphia, Wilmington or NY

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SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

This position is focused on representing all C&S System Office departments as well as C&S stakeholder departments for all capital, regional and signal production projects. Primary duties will be organizing, and managing approved design documentation, asset data, and providing latest approved standards for all projects on behalf of C&S System office. Provide direction to projects with design review comments and other reporting functions related to Communication and Signals projects.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Supports all capital, regional and signal production projects on behalf of C&S System office through review and coordination of project schedules, coordination of design and construction activity, identification of standard signal material, field inspection of existing and future infrastructure and change/asset management processes
* Works with C&S staff to update C&S Engineering's SharePoint page which hosts published standards and design documentation
* Reviews project submittals for all C&S work and provides design comments and direction
* Lead and/or participate meetings related to maintaining operation of an and planning improvements to C&S infrastructure, required documents, and publish stakeholder documentation such as minutes, reports and comments.
* Works with C&S Signal Standards Manager, Manager PTC to provide direction to projects on behalf of C&S and PTC groups.
* Provides support for signal installation work to ensure that new systems are properly tested before being placed into service, develops and reviews test plans and procedures to ensure that production and division forces complete all necessary testing and documentation, attends field cutovers, and ensure any field changes are documented in as-in-service documentation.
* Supports configuration management process to ensure train control design files, databases, software, etc. are current and properly maintained.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering with seven years relevant experience or nine years equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
* Demonstrate experience in design and change management processes, project management, maintenance and construction methods and planning / scheduling.
* Strong working knowledge of railroad operations, construction, and maintenance practices.
* Working knowledge of C&S equipment and infrastructure such PTC systems, interlocking, ABS, crossing and defect detection systems, voice radio systems and network communication systems.
* Knowledge of AMT-2, NORAC/GCOR, AMT-23, AMT-27, RWP, Amtrak Signal Standards along with FRA standards, rules, and regulations.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools, SharePoint, and Amtrak's Procurement Portal, and can quickly learn and use configuration management and database software applications.
* Prior satisfactory job performance is required.
* Demonstrated experience in communication orally and in writing within and outside of the organization.
* Ability to communicate with field personnel to ensure accuracy of signal system designs on file.
* Knowledge of Amtrak's Procurement processes and requirements
* Ability to shift priorities at short notice
* Ability to organize and plan work
* Analyze situations and problems and provide solutions on short notice
* Ability to function in a stressful environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Master's degree in Engineering with nine years relevant experience or thirteen years equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
* Experience in management of C&S design projects and operations management.
* Extensive field knowledge of train control construction and maintenance practices.
* Experience using Bentley Microstation Applications.
* Qualified on NORAC, AMT-2 and RWP

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

* Combination of office and field work. Must be able to work in the field under all weather conditions.
* Travel: (25%).

COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The salary/hourly range is $124,600-$161,352, Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, internal equity, etc. Depending on an employee's assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee's base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position and/or long-term incentive plan compensation. In addition to your salary, Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with employer match; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; back-up care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement of education expenses; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Requisition ID:164657

Work Arrangement:06-OnsiteClick here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak.

Relocation Offered:No

Travel Requirements:Up to 25%

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We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions.

Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen.

Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.

In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR * 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. *1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.

Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, to include traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, such as lactation), national origin/ethnicity, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law..