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Keolis Commuter Services · 1 day ago

Senior Systems Engineer, C&S Operations

Somerville, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$90K/yr - $140K/yr

10+ years exp

Keolis Commuter Services is a leader in public transportation headquartered in Boston, and they are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead a team responsible for the maintenance of commuter rail signal systems. The role involves providing technical expertise, overseeing system operations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

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Responsibilities

Demonstrates understanding and adheres to the KCS principles of Employee Engagement, Operational Excellence, Safety & Security, and Economic Performance

Proven ability to develop and execute strategic plans within a 6-12 month horizon, aligning departmental objectives with organizational goals

Ensure compliance with configuration management requirements as defined by regulatory standards and internal company policies

Maintain full adherence to scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) tasks in accordance with established plans and procedures

Ensure all testing activities are performed in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and internal company policies

Maintain compliance with client contract deliverables

Oversee maintenance team to ensure end-to-end regulatory compliance and strict adherence to company policies and customer contract agreements

Assist with the development and implementation of training programs to ensure technical expertise and adherence to standards

Provide input to establish near, medium, and long-term State of Good Repair (SGR) and Capital Investment Plans

Promote professional development

Be an accountable and proactive participant in all company and regulatory safety programs and continuous improvement initiatives

Responsible for the safe and effective management of all assigned employees and their activities related to signal system maintenance

Audit and verify the proper execution of preventive maintenance measures, testing procedures, and root cause failure investigations to enhance system resiliency and ensure compliance with all policies and regulations

Ensure employees are knowledgeable of, understand, and adhere to company policies and regulatory requirements

Promote and enforce strict adherence to best practices to ensure safety, prevent failures and minimize downtime

Provide structured daily reporting for: Asset reliability, Maintenance compliance, Safety performance and competence, Operational efficiency, Risk and risk mitigation

Prepare KPI analysis and incident reports as required

Qualification

Signal systems maintenanceSCADA implementationPTC communications systemsFRA regulations knowledgeTesting procedures knowledgeOperational excellenceTeam leadershipMS Office proficiencyCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Minimum of 10 years of experience in signal, train control, and grade crossing warning system (signal systems) construction or maintenance, with at least 5 years in a supervisory role preferred

Demonstrated experience in the implementation of SCADA and/or other train control systems

Knowledge of PTC communications systems, voice and data radio networks, fiber optic and/or microwave backbone infrastructure, and associated network protocols such as TCP/IP, MPLS, and SNMP

Strong working knowledge of Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations, specifically Title 49 CFR, including but not limited to Parts 214, 228, 233, 234, 235, and 236

Strong knowledge of testing procedures for signal apparatus and systems, with the ability to interpret instructions accurately and oversee testing to ensure safety, quality control, and regulatory compliance

Brings extensive experience in maintaining a high level of attention to detail, combined with a strong track record in building and leading cohesive, high-performing teams to deliver operational excellence

Comprehensive knowledge of industry best practices governing the management of signal systems

Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage with various disciplines and levels, both internally and externally

Must be able to provide clear direction and safe leadership at all times

Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills with the ability to mentor team members effectively, while driving change and promoting best practices to achieve operational excellence

Possess a working knowledge of MS Office products with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to other software applications

Proven ability to develop and execute strategic plans within a 6-12 month horizon, aligning departmental objectives with organizational goals

Ensure compliance with configuration management requirements as defined by regulatory standards and internal company policies

Maintain full adherence to scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) tasks in accordance with established plans and procedures

Ensure all testing activities are performed in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and internal company policies

Maintain compliance with client contract deliverables

Oversee maintenance team to ensure end-to-end regulatory compliance and strict adherence to company policies and customer contract agreements

Assist with the development and implementation of training programs to ensure technical expertise and adherence to standards

Provide input to establish near, medium, and long-term State of Good Repair (SGR) and Capital Investment Plans

Promote professional development

Be an accountable and proactive participant in all company and regulatory safety programs and continuous improvement initiatives

Responsible for the safe and effective management of all assigned employees and their activities related to signal system maintenance

Ensure employees are knowledgeable of, understand, and adhere to company policies and regulatory requirements

Promote and enforce strict adherence to best practices to ensure safety, prevent failures and minimize downtime

Provide structured daily reporting for asset reliability, maintenance compliance, safety performance and competence, operational efficiency, risk and risk mitigation

Prepare KPI analysis and incident reports as required

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Drug and alcohol screening: Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Also, contingent upon receiving a favorable background check. Must pass a physical examination

Safety commitment: Safety is a way of life at Keolis. By placing safety first, we ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities

Environmental commitment: Keolis is committed to protecting the environment by minimizing the impact of operations to our people and the communities in which we operate