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Engineer II - Rail Communications

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In-Office
New York, NY, USA
93K-140K Annually
Junior
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New York, NY, USA
93K-140K Annually
Junior
Supports the design and delivery of rail communications systems, including fiber optic networks, CCTV, access control, public address, passenger information, wireless, and train control systems. Prepares engineering plans, specifications, calculations, reports, quantities, and cost estimates; conducts research, data collection, field investigations, and design development. Collaborates with project teams, manages assigned tasks and schedules, and supports design file organization and project delivery.
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What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.
This opportunity entails being responsible for assisting in the production and modification of design calculations, technical reports, engineering plans and specifications for assigned projects. This position performs research, development, calculations, design and delivery in partnership with the project team. Applies engineering techniques, procedures and design criteria for projects ranging in size and complexity. Leverages technical knowledge and experience to assist in the execution and evaluation of project designs. Develops conceptual and detailed designs and calculations to support the project execution using current drawing and technical tools, programs and software. As a member of the team, you will contribute to the successful project delivery for a diverse range of projects for HNTB’s clients.
At HNTB, the communications engineering team is responsible for the design of systems that directly interact with the riding public and keep trains moving. Project work can include Train Control Systems (PTC, CBTC), Backbone fiber and cooper communications, CCTV, access control, public address, video information screens, wifi and cellular systems.

What You'll Do:

  • Completes assigned work within the schedule and number of hours provided.
  • Responsible for preparation and/or modification for select portions of project reports, plans, designs, and calculations.
  • Develops project quantities and assists with development of cost estimates.
  • Assists engineering teams with organization and administrative support of design files.
  • Able to self-sufficiently complete various tasks and duties including but not limited to research, data collection, field investigations, development, and design of projects.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 2 years of relevant experience, or
  • Master’s degree in Engineering and 1 year of relevant experience

What You'll Bring:

  • Engineering experience in the design of transit oriented communication systems including: backbone fiber optic, CCTV, access control, public address, visual information screens, cellular, wifi, networking, and/or train control systems

  • Experience with NYC Metro Area rail clients: Amtrak, NJ Transit, MTA C&D, MNR, LIRR

  • Independently progresses the majority of designs and tasks required of the discipline.

  • Experience with Microsoft Office, MicroStation, AutoCad, and/or Revit.

  • Exhibiting a thorough understanding of the application related to engineering, geometric and algebraic principles.

  • Managing time, proactively forecasting, and communicating project development needs.

What We Prefer:

  • Master’s degree in Engineering

  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certification

  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification

Additional Information

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Locations:

New York, NY, White Plains, NY (Westchester Hudson Valley)

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The approximate pay range for New York is $93,022.31 - $139,533.46. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position based on all selected locations within the state at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:

HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies.  Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB.  HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.

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