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Sr Electrical Engineer (Radio Engineer) - 90344143 - New York
3 years ago

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As we move Americas workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.


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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 Amtraks 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:

  • Bachelors 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 or obtain within 12 months.

  • 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 & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Masters 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

  • Office 60%

  • Field 30%

  • Travel 10%



COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

  • Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.



Requisition ID:144768
Posting Location(s):New York
Job Family/Function:Engineering
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 25%

Amtrak employees power our progress through their performance.

We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job we want it to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging and rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, competitive pay, benefits that protect you and your family and a high performance culture that recognizes and values your contributions and helps you reach your career goals.


All positions require pre-employment background check verification, a pre-employment drug screen and proof of full vaccination against COVID -19. Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. Marijuana, notwithstanding any statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Candidates who engage in the usage of marijuana will not be qualified for hire. Successful applicants for employment with Amtrak must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the date of hire as a condition of employment, subject to requests for accommodation. Fully vaccinated means 14 days have elapsed since receiving the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or 14 days since receiving the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.


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.


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.



POSTING NOTES: Engineering|| Engineering & Mechanical

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