Systems Engineer - PTC (Alaska Railroad)

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The System Engineer is a strategic technical position for the deployment of all aspects of the Positive Train Control (PTC) System at the Alaska Railroad. This position is responsible for maintaining the design and integrity of all systems, along with coordinating complex project needs to ensure an on-time implementation that is available, reliable, and can be maintained with minimal outages.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides oversight, technical direction, quality assurance, and coordination of work performed by ARRC employees as well as the many contractors that are involved in the design and implementation of PTC. Ensures proper operation and maintenance documentation is submitted, and distributes that information to ARRC personnel, or contractors, as necessary. Creates and maintains technical documentation to ensure efficient planning and execution of the PTC implementation.

Coordinates system development tasks to include design, integration and formal testing of all aspects related to PTC.

Coordinates project plans for various aspects of the complex PTC system.

Manages and documents system configurations.

Ensures the ARRC PTC lab environment is maintained as new hardware and software is released for the various vendors and contractors

Develops and completes actions in specifications, technical, testing, and logistical requirements.

Coordinates with the Supply Management Department to ensure that all materials and/or services needed are delivered as required and/or specified in contractual agreements.  Reviews and approves invoices for payment.

May occasionally be required to drive on an as needed basis.

May be required to participate in Incident Command exercises and activities.

FACTOR 1: Technical and Operational Knowledge

Exhibits knowledge of engineering requirements necessary to support the integration of PTC systems to existing conventional systems.  Demonstrates knowledge of design and testing protocols, identification of defects, and preparation of reports for status of systems testing.

Exhibits knowledge of signal, telecommunications and information technology projects.    Has a familiarity with FRA PTC rule requirements and compliance criteria and approval processes.  Is familiar with conventional signal/SSI products from key suppliers in the market.

FACTOR 2: Analytical Skills & Impact

Ensures that materials/services are delivered as specified and that costs are controlled, monitored, and reported in accordance with ARRC Finance and federal grant reporting procedures.  Analyzes, evaluates, and monitors assigned projects.  Uses computer software for documenting, designing, scheduling, estimating, and cost tracking.

Manages, oversees, and directs all phases of assigned projects to include analyzing options and identifying opportunities for performance/cost improvements.  

Quality and long-term economic feasibility of the product is of main importance to the ARRC.  Quality of the project is based on adherence to the project timeline, budgets, and the procurement process as well as the functionality and durability of the project.

Successfully presents complex technical information to different audiences

FACTOR 3: Supervision and Control

Manages work performed on PTC to include the oversight and direction of ARRC employees and contractors working on assigned projects.  Incumbent must be able to establish and maintain a good rapport with analysts, programmers, technicians and craftsmen and contribute to the team effort by coordinating work while remaining client oriented and safety conscious.   During the various phases of PTC program must be able to work well individually or in a group setting.

Manages all resources needed to successfully complete assigned projects to include workforce requirements (ARRC employees and contractors), contract services, and materials.  Responsible for successful completion of assigned projects within approved budgetary amounts.

FACTOR 4: Communication

Communicates with ARRC employees representing all levels of the organization and various departments for the purpose of coordinating all phases of assigned projects.

Works with contractors working on assigned projects to ensure work is being performed as required and/or as specified in contractual agreements.  

Works with federal, state, and local agencies to ensure that all regulatory requirements are met on assigned projects.  Provides informational presentations to ARRC officials and interested community groups as needed.

FACTOR 5: Working Conditions

Works in corporate office environment 50% of the time and in the PTC lab 50% of the time

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Services, Telecommunications or a related field is required. Professional systems engineering experience can substitute for the degree requirement on a year for year basis.

Work Experience

Five years of professional systems engineering experience, preferably with signal, telecommunications, and information technology projects, is required. Experience with value engineering, life cycle costing, project scheduling and contractual oversight is required.

Ability to analyze, evaluate, and monitor assigned projects.  Two years of experience with budget and cost control methods is required.

Certification/License Requirements

Must have a valid drivers' license.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience working with federal grants is preferred.

The above reflects only the more significant details for the performance of the job and is not intended to be all inclusive.

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WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE

Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.

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Alaska Railroad Human Resources Department

E-Mail: arjobinfo@akrr.com

Phone:  907-265-2220

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 107500, Anchorage, AK 99510-7500

Street Address: 327 West Ship Creek, Anchorage, AK

Fax Number: (907) 265-2542

Alaska Railroad Corporation is an equal opportunity employer

WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE

Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.

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