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Metropolitan Transportation Authority · 1 month ago

Engineer Communications Design

United States

Full-time

Remote

Lead/Staff

$129K/yr - $162K/yr

6+ years exp

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is seeking an Engineer Communications Design for the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR). The role involves managing the design of new communications systems and supporting various communications projects, including project development, technical specification writing, and overseeing the design staff.

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

No H1B

Responsibilities

Review Consultant/contractor designs and provide detailed feedback and or formal comments. Ensure the LIRR Communications systems integrate as per designs and plans

Support the Department on a 24/7 basis for the handling of operational related service issues affecting conditions or for weather related events

Manage the radio electronics shops including activities and reports of radio technicians. Manage Radio Engineers

Research new and emerging Communications technologies and their relevant application to the department and project needs

Survey sites as required. Develop drawings and work-plans. Update department records, provide project updates, Advise Principal Engineer on project developments requiring Communications department support, budget and headcount issues as they relate to projects, and all assignments as required by the Principal Engineer. Manage the integration of existing analog communications systems and equipment with newer digital communications systems such as fiber optics and synthesized VHF and UHF radio. Manage the development of technical specifications to facilitate the procurement of communications systems and equipment

Attend design review meetings and project meetings, assist in developing training program for all new Communication Systems. Perform construction/system installation inspections and conduct quality audits/inspections on 3rd party contractors. Review and improve consultant submissions affecting communications systems. Manage the development of computer-aided technical drawings for the implementation of construction and maintenance of new and existing communications systems

Ensure a safe working environment and adherence to guidelines of company safety policies and procedures. Lead by example

Select, develop and motivate personnel within the department. Provide career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Responsible for discipline/termination of employees. Review performance of staff. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential. Perform other assignments as requested by Senior Management

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

May be required to work hours outside regular work hours, as applicable

Observes the work performed by contractors, as applicable

Reviews invoices and approves them if the work has contractual standards, as applicable

Addresses performance issues with the contractor when possible, as applicable

Escalates issues to other parties when needed, as applicable

Qualification

Telecommunications EngineeringCommunications system designRadio communications systemsFiber optics communicationsWireless networksLAN/WANCCTV systemsVHF radioUHF radioAudio visual public address systemsVoice and data facilitiesTechnical specification writingProject design reviewSite surveysProcurement of communications materialsCommunications system troubleshooting and repairBudget managementEffective working relations with unionsProject management

Required

Must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. An additional four years of demonstrated, directly related, equivalent experience and education may be considered in lieu of the degree

Must possess minimum 6 years of recent related Telecommunications Engineering experience

Must possess effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with all levels of management as well as the ability to develop effective working relations with unions

Must have strong project management experience with experience preparing organizational manpower plans and budgets

Must have experience managing a budget (i.e. capital project)

Must possess a thorough understanding of LIRR Communications Operations (or equivalent industry) with a strong background in communication practices and theories

Extensive experience with Communications system operations and maintenance practices

Demonstrated experience working on high profile projects

Must have extensive, in depth telecommunications experience and knowledge to support decision making and influencing change

Must possess a valid drivers license

Benefits

This position is eligible for teleworking, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.