Sr. Signal Engineering Specialist

Reference #: SRSIG002135DescriptionAbout BurnsBurns is a nationally respected provider of specialized engineering services, bringing highly-technical, sought-after engineering expertise to complex transportation and critical infrastructure projects.Railroad & Transit TeamFor more than 50 years, we have helped the rail and transit industry implement proven, time-tested and fail-safe systems. Ranked a Top Workplace and ENR Top 500 Design Firm, we are fully invested in providing advanced, adaptable systems that maximize the benefits of evolving technologies.We partner with rail and transit owners, architects, and contractors to help clients deliver a safe, world-class passenger experience using our no-surprises Burns Unique Client Experience.We are currently seeking aSenior Signal Systems Engineering Specialist to join our strategic office inPittsburgh, PA or Philadelphia, Pa.Position Summary:Performs a variety of specialized engineering and technical duties including designs, project layouts and preparation of contract documents in accordance with company design standards and client requirements under supervision of the Project Manager, Senior Engineers, and/or Senior Engineering Specialist. Maintains and enhances individual's and firm's reputation as a recognized expert in systems engineering.Essential Duties/Responsibilities:Provides the technical support to professional staff and direction to design team members assigned to the railroad and transit signaling and train control program (traditional wayside signaling, PTC and CBTC), including the associated wayside, hardware and software equipment.Assists in the development of all drawings, sketches and specifications required to complete a project design in signaling and train control hardware, software and cable infrastructure.Assists in the creation and development of system designs for assigned projectsAssists Project Managers and Senior Engineering Specialist with coordination of the design with other disciplines, attends design coordination meetings with members and client representatives.Reviews electronically generated drawing with accuracy, neatness and speed, maintaining high quality and uniform standards of lines and forms the Project Manager and Engineer of technical challenges and any design work beyond his or her capabilitiesStudies and selects equipment hardware and software to fit the project designEnsures the company, client and industry standards (AREMA, AAR) and technical policies and procedures (FTA, FRA, etc.) are practiced during the execution of projects for clientsReviews shop drawings, record changes and keeps all disciplines informed of details and schedulesCommunicates design requirements and answers questions from contractors and suppliers during the bid or construction phases and maintains records of communications.Supervises field data collections and/or field system verificationsCoordinates the contract documents with the construction administrators and performs on-site inspections during construction as requiredReviews project specification to fit project requirementsPerforms specific engineering studies including block validation, software logic simulations, communication protocol assessments, etc.Key Requirements10 years applicable design experience in the consulting engineering and/or construction projects. Holds at least one professional certification within specialization while working towards to second certification.Education & CertificationsBachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year college/university, or two to four-year technical degree in applicable disciplinePE and/or MRSE licensure or certification preferred but not requiredWhy Join The Burns TeamRecently voted a Top Workplace by , we credit our strength as an organization to our talented, driven, vibrant team. u00a0Burns is an ENR Top 500 Firm, and has been named an MEP Giant by Consulting-Specifying Enginee Magazine, as well as a Hot Firm by Zweig. u00a0We are industry experts, proven leaders, innovative thinkers, and team players. We put our clients' successes and best interests first, because their success is our success. We have fun at work because we love making a difference in the world. u00a0We are looking for high-energy, bright, collaborative individuals who want the opportunity to

Created: 2026-03-11