Career Opportunities

SYSTRA Consulting is a dynamic and energetic company committed to responsive, value-added service for our clients. We welcome inquiries from qualified professionals whose experience, interests, and enthusiasm complement our own. (Read Our Employment Practices.) Click a job title for more information.

 

Architect - Senior*

Communications Engineer - Senior/Manager*

Electrical Engineer/Designer*

Rail Operations Analyst*

Security Engineers

Signal Engineers*

Systems Engineers Mid/Jr*

Train Control Engineer - Senior/Manager*

 

Architect - Senior*

The position involves design of transportation infrastructure projects. SYSTRA’s diverse portfolio ranges from master plans to new designs for passenger stations and maintenance facilities. Our in-house interdisciplinary design team, consisting of planners, architects, and civil, structural, mechanical and electrical engineers, provides the full scope of building design services for our clients.

Requirements

Licensed Architect with 10 years minimum experience developing architectural concepts, details and contract documents for transportation, industrial and commercial projects, hands-on-proficiency with AutoCad and/or Microstation.

 

Must be authorized to work in the US.

 

Location

Philadelphia, PA

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Communications Engineer - Senior/Manager*

Position requires expertise in development of specifications including system design, installation, integration, testing, and commissioning of SONET, ATM, and Frame Relay systems; radio systems, RF propagation and licensing; telephony, land line telephone, cellular, and wireless communications; public address and customer information; and CCTV and Access Control and Intrusion Detection systems for mass transit environments.

Requirements

Candidates must have BSEE & 10+ years of experience or 16+ years applicable experience systems integration and field of design, installation, testing and commissioning of communications systems; will manage project work including scope, schedule, and budget; have good organizational, communication & technical writing skills & proficiency with MS Office and project software.

 

Must be authorized to work in the US.

 

Location

New York, NY

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Electrical Engineer/Designer*

Position assists with electrical engineering tasks related to 60 Hz electric power distribution; use of computerized network analysis tools is required; perform computerized calculations to support lighting design concepts; perform analysis relating to railroad electrical systems: DC and AC traction power analysis, stray current, grounding and bonding; assist project engineers and project managers with tasks related to Fire Alarm, Communication and Control systems design; provide general engineering support and CAD assistance (office support to other disciplines) as necessary.

Level of responsibility and compensation will depend upon applicant’s credentials and experience. Specific work tasks may include but are not limited to: Perform site investigations and report preparation; design development; develop electrical construction bid documents (Drawings, Specifications and Cost Estimates); perform electrical power and lighting calculations; perform construction related activities including the review of submittals, preparation of RFI responses and preparation of constructions cost estimates; perform code analysis and review.

Requirements

 

BSEE with 8 - 10 years experience. Recent experience in construction, railroad, utility or power distribution equipment manufacturing is desirable. Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access) competence required plus AUTOCAD and/or Microstation experience; PE preferred.

Location

Philadelphia, PA

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Rail Operations Analyst*

SYSTRA Rail Operations Analysts undertake a variety of rail network analyses, studies, computer model development and technical report generation addressing a wide range of operating, engineering and performance issues.  Rail Operations Analysts report to a Senior Rail Operations Analyst or one of SYSTRA’s regional managers of Rail Operations Analysis.  Analysts are expected to work independently, be responsible for adhering to SYSTRA’s Quality Procedures and to travel to client sites as the need arises.

Requirements

Entry Level:

Required: BA or BS degree in a technical discipline and high level computer skills (proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and Access).  Excellent organizational, technical writing and presentation skills are also required.

Desirable: Understanding of railroad and rail transit operations; familiarity with computer simulation models; software development process understanding (as the Analyst is part of our rail operations simulation software development and applications team).

Mid-Level:

Required: Entry level requirements plus demonstrable rail industry experience in a position with solid exposure to operations. 

Desirable: Two or more years’ direct experience with rail operations analysis, planning or administration.

Senior Level:

Required: Mid-Level requirements with at least four years’ experience with rail operations analysis, planning or administration. 

Desirable: Advanced degree in a technical discipline.

All candidates must be authorized to work in the US.

 Possible Locations

New York, NY, Lebanon, NH, Philadelphia, PA or Chadds Ford, PA

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Security Engineers

 

We have immediate openings for security engineers to work on regional transportation projects.  Positions are available at a variety of levels involving a number of security aspects including design and implementation of security-related systems for transportation organizations, concept of operations for security operations centers, and training program development and implementation. Engineering areas include all aspects of design, installation, and commissioning of command, control, and communications systems; CCTV, DVR, and video analytics; data networks; and access control, intrusion and hazmat detection systems.

 

Requirements

B.S. (preferably in electrical engineering or computer science) with a minimum of 5 years’ experience. P.E. license a plus. Desirable current industry certifications include CISSP, MSNE, and CCE. Other relevant experience includes hardware engineering for distributed computer C3 systems and the development of security-related procedures. Software engineering and/or programming is not required. Must be proficient in the use of MS office and familiar with AutoCAD & Microstation.  Transit industry experience is preferred.

 

Must be authorized to work in the US.

 

Location

Occasional Openings in New York, NY

 

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Signal Engineers*

 

This position involves evaluation, design and construction management of all types of train control for both railroad and rail transit applications.

 

Requirements

The ideal candidate for this position will have a minimum of 5 years signal experience with a thorough knowledge and understanding of all phases of railroad signal engineering theory, terminology, FRA rules and regulations, relay signal logic including interlockings, automatic signals, cab signaling and automatic highway crossing circuitry.  A BSEE degree and P.E. license are desirable but not essential.

 

Must be authorized to work in the US.

 

Location

New York, NY

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Systems Engineers Mid/Jr*

Undertakes development of requirements for command, control, and communication (C3), data networks, and security systems; provides construction phase services for systems development and implementation; develops and implements Training Programs including planning, material and curriculum development, and conducts training; provides vulnerability assessments of information technology and C3 systems; manages project work including scope, schedule, and budget.

Requirements

Candidates must have 6+ years of applicable experience, Bachelor's degree in a related field, and good organizational, communication & technical writing skills. Must be proficient with MS Office.

Areas of expertise and additional qualifications include: electrical and computer engineering; real-time control systems design and implementation, e.g., SCADA systems, IEEE Standard systems development and requirements management. PE license is a plus.

Must be authorized to work in the US.

 

Location

New York, NY

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Train Control Engineer, Senior/Manager*

Individually or as a member of a team apply expertise in North American commuter rail, intercity passenger, and/or rail transit signaling practices for Automatic Train Control Systems in three or more of the following areas:

  • Fixed block signaling layout including safe braking analysis
  • At least three of the following types of signaling applied to non-electrified AND either AC of DC electrified railway:

o        Vital and non-vital wayside signaling system design

o        Vital and non-vital train stop signaling system design

o        Vital and non-vital power frequency cab signaling system design

o        Vital and non-vital power AF cab signaling system design

o        Vital and non-vital CBTC system design

o        Highway crossings at grade

  • Trainborne train control systems and vehicle system interface design
  • CTC and Supervisory control systems
  • Installation of signal cabling and apparatus
  • Project Management of Train Control projects
  • Development of training programs for Train Control systems
  • Provide system functional or detailed designs in accordance with project requirements:

o        Development of specifications including system design, installation, integration, testing, and commissioning

o        Undertake train control system studies, analyses, and design calculations as appropriate such as crossbonding analysis, EMI/EMC analysis, system safety analyses, e.g., FMEA, FTA.

o        Apply appropriate standards and regulations

  • Provide construction phase services for systems development and implementation:

o        Check design specifications and construction drawings

o        Witness test and commissioning activities

o        Ensure that work is carried out in accordance with appropriate standards and regulations

  • Maintain currency and proficiency in areas of expertise; endeavor to expand areas of expertise.
  • Manage project work including scope, schedule, budget, and project reporting

 Requirements

  • A BSEE is preferred with up to 12 years’ relevant experience or in the absence of a BSEE a minimum of 18 years’ relevant experience in train control system design, installation, testing and commissioning of train control systems in North American commuter rail, intercity passenger, and/or rail transit signaling practices for Automatic Train Control Systems.

  • Experience in technical writing
  • Good verbal communications skills
  • Provide technical support for proposal development
  • Capable in use of business and project management applications including MS Word, Excel and a project scheduling software such as MS Project, Primavera or SureTrack
  • Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in recordkeeping systems
  • Experienced in management of personnel
  • Must be authorized to work in the US

Desired Experience, Competencies & Education

PE License, MS in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or Engineering Management, member AREMA C&S Section, IEEE.

Location

New York, NY

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Submitting a Resume

 

To further explore a career with SYSTRA Consulting/Engineering, please mail or transmit your resume and other items as may be requested in a specific ad, along with your salary history and requirements to:

 

Vice President, Human Resources

SYSTRA Consulting, Inc.

150 Clove Road, 7th Floor

Little Falls, NJ 07424

Fax: 973-873-9701

Personnel@SystraUSA.com (preferred method)

 

Use the job name for which you are applying – (your last name) as the subject line in an e-mail or fax.  (i.e., Civil Engineer – Jones)

 

Application materials will be reviewed and forwarded to the appropriate manager within the company’s various locations throughout the United States.  All materials will be kept in strictest confidence.  SYSTRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Minorities and females are encouraged to apply.

 

Note that employment opportunities with SYSTRA are fluid; the availability of any position at a given time, including those listed above, is dependent upon the demands of our industry.

  

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 Our Employment Practices

 

SYSTRA recruits and selects new employees who are qualified for our type of work through their education, experience and aptitude.  SYSTRA is confident that as a result of the mutual selection process undertaken, your employment will prove to be beneficial to SYSTRA as well as yourself. We carefully select our employees through written applications, personal interviews and reference checks.

 

SYSTRA is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disabilities, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law. SYSTRA complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for handicapped and disabled employees.

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