Senior Communication System Designer
Job Location:
Philadelphia, PA - USA
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Job Summary
TYLin is a globally recognized full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative cost-effective constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3000 employees throughout the Americas Asia and Europe the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together we enhance conventional designs with smarter more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.
This is an opportunity for a technically strong professional with 10 years of experience to play a key role in the design and delivery of complex communications and Operations Technology (OT) systems supporting major transit and rail infrastructure projects across Philadelphia New York and the Northeast.
You will bring strong technical expertise sound design judgment and a collaborative approach to projects ranging from station upgrades and maintenance facilities to major rail and transit programs.
The successful candidate will be comfortable taking ownership of communication systems design packages while working closely with engineers architects project managers clients and other technical disciplines.
What Youll Do
Lead and perform the design and technical delivery of communications and Operations Technology (OT) systems for complex rail and transit projects.
Develop communications systems designs from concept through final design procurement construction testing and commissioning.
Prepare detailed contract drawings specifications calculations equipment schedules design narratives and other technical documentation suitable for construction.
Design and coordinate a range of transit communications systems which may include:
Fiber optic communications networks and infrastructure
Radio and wireless communications systems
CCTV and video surveillance systems
Passenger Information Systems (PIS) including electronic signage and displays
Computer-Aided Dispatch / Automatic Vehicle Location (CAD/AVL) systems
SCADA systems including traction power and train dispatch applications
Physical Access Control Systems (PACS)
Video and audio systems including recording and storage infrastructure
Communications/server room infrastructure and UPS systems
Evaluate technical requirements scopes of work specifications design criteria directive drawings and applicable standards.
Develop system architecture network diagrams equipment layouts interconnection diagrams and detailed design documentation.
Apply knowledge of networking protocols network architecture routers switches wireless technologies and network security principles to transit communications environments.
Coordinate communications system designs with civil structural architectural electrical systems signaling track traction power and other project disciplines.
Review designs and technical work prepared by other designers and engineers for quality completeness constructability and compliance with project requirements.
Develop and review construction cost estimates for communications systems equipment materials and installation.
Participate in client meetings technical workshops design reviews site investigations and construction support activities.
Provide technical guidance to less-experienced designers and engineers and contribute to the development of team standards processes and design practices.
Support field investigations construction administration shop drawing reviews RFIs testing commissioning and troubleshooting as required.
Help identify technical risks and develop practical cost-effective solutions that meet client operational and regulatory requirements.
Maintain a high standard of technical quality across all assigned deliverables and project phases.
What Were Looking For
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Systems Engineering Telecommunications or a related discipline.
10 years of relevant experience in communications systems electrical systems rail/transit systems telecommunications or a closely related field.
Demonstrated experience designing and delivering communications systems for rail transit transportation aviation or other complex infrastructure environments.
Strong understanding of communications networks including fiber optic infrastructure Ethernet routers switches wireless communications network architecture and related technologies.
Experience developing detailed engineering/design documentation including contract drawings specifications equipment schedules network diagrams and system architecture documentation.
Experience with AutoCAD MicroStation or similar design platforms; familiarity with BIM/Revit environments is an asset.
Ability to interpret and apply technical standards specifications codes and client design criteria.
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary designs and working directly with project managers engineers architects contractors vendors and clients.
Strong understanding of the full project lifecycle from conceptual design through construction and commissioning.
Ability to independently manage technical assignments prioritize competing deadlines and take ownership of deliverables.
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or demonstrated progression toward professional registration.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experience providing technical direction mentoring or quality review of junior staff is preferred.
Why Join TYLin
Meaningful Infrastructure: Contribute to major rail and transit programs that support safe reliable and connected transportation systems used by millions of passengers.
Technical Challenge: Work on complex communications and systems projects involving multiple disciplines technologies stakeholders and operating environments.
Project Variety: Support major infrastructure programs across Philadelphia New York and the broader Northeast including stations maintenance facilities rail corridors and transit systems.
Technical Leadership: Take ownership of significant design responsibilities while working alongside experienced professionals across TYLins multidisciplinary organization.
Collaborative Culture: Work in an environment that values technical excellence collaboration innovation and a commitment to delivering exceptional project outcomes.
We believe in recognizing the unique value that each individual brings to our team. As such the job title and ultimate compensation for this role will be thoughtfully aligned with the depth of your experience the breadth of your skills and the genuine enthusiasm you bring to the position. We are committed to fostering an environment where your contributions are both acknowledged and rewarded appropriately. Join us in shaping a rewarding future together!
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TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical disability and life insurance coverage continuing education benefits paid time off employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.
Collaboration mission-driven focus discipline and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran Guardsman or Reservist a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future we welcome and value your application.
TYLin is an equal opportunity employer and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal provincial state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority legal or lawful client requirements.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
