Senior Technical Manager, Communications System Engineer - Transit and Rail

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Full-Time Senior Technical Manager, Communications System Engineer for our office in New York, NY
. The following locations will also be considered:
Newark, NJ and Valhalla, NY
. Be involved in projects with our Transit and Rail Communications Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.

• Leads the design process for security systems (access control/video surveillance) and communications for transit and rail/transportation facilities projects.
• Draws on experience in A/E design process to produce final constructible plans and specifications.
• Review regulations and standards necessary to conduct technical studies and carry out project activities.
• Analyzes project task needs, changes and enhancements and makes recommendations.
• Serves as Task Lead and/or PM on projects, medium to high complexity and provides direction for projects, able to perform and complete tasks independently.
• Stays abreast of industry changes and requirements, policies, procedures and legislation.
• Strong understanding of scope, schedule and budget.
• Assist with the development of other engineers and transfer of technical knowledge/skills.
• Participate in design reviews, safety assessments, and quality assurance activities, offering expert systems engineering insight.
• Prepares and gives briefings and presentations, advises senior management.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
• Ability to travel or perform occasional field surveys.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline with a focus on rail signaling.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Communications/Network engineering.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Technical writing, analytical and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with an emphasis on quality work products.
• The selected candidate must have the ability to work in the United States immediately.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Basic leadership abilities, capable of coordinating cross-functional teams and delivering on schedule.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders.

• A minimum of ten years’ relevant experience in A/E firm designing communications systems or demonstrated equivalency of experience.
• Knowledge of engineering design standards and process, guidelines, principles and practices with an emphasis on communications and physical security.
• Documented experience in security and communications systems such as access control, IP video, networks, cabling infrastructure (ISP & OSP), wireless network, PA/VIS, radio and other low voltage systems used at airports, rail stations, bridges and tunnels, highways and marine ports.
• Familiarity with NYC area transportation agencies such as Amtrak, LIRR, MNR, NYCT, NJT, PANYNJ and their technical approach.
• Professional registration, PE in NY or NJ.
• Experience with AutoCAD, REVIT and Microstation.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary (all locations): $139,000 - $200,000

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.