Senior Electrical Engineer - 90258128 - Philadelphia (Philadelphia, PA, US, 19104) - Amtrak

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Our values of ‘Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First’ are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, ‘Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security’ are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak. By living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

This position is responsible to support Amtrak’s radio infrastructure to ensure safe and reliable operation and regulatory compliance.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Incumbent prepares specifications and documents for radio projects assigned to contractors and Amtrak force account. This person prepares estimates and manages capital projects for radio system improvements. Specifies and approves all standard radio inventories. This individual provides technical assistance and guidance to the corporate radio shops and monitors all licensed radio systems for FCC compliance. This person also investigates RF interference problems and runs radio frequency coverage plots. Assists in the approval of all standard radio specifications and test equipment purchases. Design and implement radio systems to meet unique user requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with six years relevant experience or ten years equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Must hold Federal Communications Commission GROL license or equivalent.
• Experience in design, installation and maintenance radio infrastructure.
• Experience working with diverse voice and data communications technologies and protocols, both wired (copper/fiber) and wireless (radio).
• Proficient in organizational skills, and leadership abilities.
• Proficient in written and computer skills.
• Must be able to interface with all levels of employees and both external and internal customers.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills with the ability to relate complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical staff.
• Experience managing and supervising technical maintenance personnel.
• Must be proficient at using Microsoft Visio and Office products to document all projects and systems.
• Some experience with the finance system and invoice processing

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with eight years relevant experience or twelve years equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Thorough knowledge of Railroad Safety Rules, RWP and NORAC qualifications.
• Familiar with FCC regulations

WORK ENVRIORNMENT:

• Office 60%
• Field 30%
• Travel 10%

COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The salary/hourly range is $103,700-$134,460 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:163678
Posting Location(s):Pennsylvania                                                                                                                                                  
Job Family/Function:Engineering 
Relocation Offered:No 
Travel Requirements:Up to 25% 

You power our progress through your performance.

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 EOE/Affirmative Action Minority/Female employer, and we welcome all to apply. We consider candidates regardless of race/color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), national origin/ethnicity, age, 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.