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Manager, Positive Train Control (PTC)

San Mateo County Transit District

Millbrae, California • Yesterday

Full-time

USD 143,142.00 - 200,398.00 per year

Job Details

Skills

Systems Engineering
Interfaces Management
Specification Gathering
Documentation
Test Plans
Configuration Management
Mentorship
Policies and Procedures
Performance Analysis
Performance Appraisal
Back Office
Reporting
Estimating
Testing
Professional Development
SAFE
Training
Electronic Engineering
Computer Science
PTC
Management
SCADA
Supervision
Electrical Engineering
Interfaces
Network Protocols
System Integration
COTS
Computer Hardware
Communication

Systems Engineering
Interfaces Management
Specification Gathering
Documentation
Test Plans
Configuration Management
Mentorship
Policies and Procedures
Performance Analysis
Performance Appraisal
Back Office
Reporting
Estimating
Testing
Professional Development
SAFE
Training
Electronic Engineering
Computer Science
PTC
Management
SCADA
Supervision
Electrical Engineering
Interfaces
Network Protocols
System Integration
COTS
Computer Hardware
Communication

Summary

The Manager, Positive Train Control (PTC) reports to the Director of Systems Engineering and is responsible for the engineering and oversight of the PTC System for the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board (Caltrain).

Manage the configuration, updates, changes, and interface management, and integration of the PTC, their subsystems, and assets.
Responsible for the development and update of Caltrain technical specifications and standards for assigned systems.
Represent Caltrain for System Integration activities for Caltrain projects.
Responsible for PTC updates and upgrade cutover effort for Caltrain.
Ensure PTC is functioning for Caltrain daily services.
Responsible for PTC Integrated Lab located in Melon Park Control Center.
Responsible for all documentation of assigned systems, including the book of plans, test plans/procedures, maintenance plans, procedures, cutover plans, and as built.
Responsible for the development of maintenance plans for PTC System.
Responsible for configuration management of the PTC system and its subsystems
Manages integration of applicable AAR, EIC/ISA, IEEE, AREMA, AAR, and MIL standards, etc.
Responsible for PTC interoperability with all tenants.
Responsible for all Caltrain PTC Safety Plan Amendments
Manage Caltrain PTC Vendor Service Contracts and contract renews
Representing Caltrain for all PTC matters with the industry, AAR and ITC committees.

Supervise staff. Hire, mentor, and take appropriate corrective and/or disciplinary action. Ensure EEO policies and procedures are followed. Participate in selection of staff. Coordinate staff training and professional development. Establish performance objectives. Monitor and evaluate employee performance.

Examples of Essential Duties:

Ensure Caltrain train control systems are functioning for optimal performance and in accordance with FRA mandated for all tenant railroads interoperability requirements.
Provide general technical oversight of PTC systems and perform system usage and performance analyses.
Manage PTC product vendor and its support service. Perform Annual performance review of I-ETMS Vendor.
Manage all PTC related assets.
Work closely with Rail Operations to address PTC issues to minimize Service impact.
Representing Caltrain for all PTC communication with the FRA
Manage PTC integration and interface with Back Office and On Board
Ensure Caltrain train control office systems are compatible with Association of American Railroad (AAR) standards and follow the International Test Commission (ITC) guidelines including "N-2" backwards compatible software versions.
Responsible for all PTC operational performance reporting required by the FRA.
Develop engineering cost estimates related to PTC updates and upgrades
Manage all PTC technology refresh and software upgrades/updates and associated testing without interfering with Railroad Operations.
Evaluate job performance of staff which also includes the professional development of staff through the identification of on-the-job and other professional development opportunities.
Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one's self, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:

Bachelor's degree in electrical/ Electronic Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
Five years of professional railroad PTC experience or related field.
2 years of supervising staff and/or consultants

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with an emphasis on Positive Train Control and SCADA system development and maintenance is preferred.
Experience with supervisory train control, wayside signal, highway crossing warning system, predictive and arrival system, and traffic signal control is desirable.
Experience with rail industry systems, electrical interfaces, software and network protocols, and system integration with commercial off the shelf (COTS) hardware and software is desirable.
Possession of a valid California license as a registered professional engineer is desirable.
Must have effective oral and written communication skills.

Compensation details: 98 Yearly Salary

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Job Details

Skills

Systems Engineering
Interfaces Management
Specification Gathering
Documentation
Test Plans
Configuration Management
Mentorship
Policies and Procedures
Performance Analysis
Performance Appraisal
Back Office
Reporting
Estimating
Testing
Professional Development
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Test Plans
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Back Office
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Summary

Manage the configuration, updates, changes, and interface management, and integration of the PTC, their subsystems, and assets.
Responsible for the development and update of Caltrain technical specifications and standards for assigned systems.
Represent Caltrain for System Integration activities for Caltrain projects.
Responsible for PTC updates and upgrade cutover effort for Caltrain.
Ensure PTC is functioning for Caltrain daily services.
Responsible for PTC Integrated Lab located in Melon Park Control Center.
Responsible for all documentation of assigned systems, including the book of plans, test plans/procedures, maintenance plans, procedures, cutover plans, and as built.
Responsible for the development of maintenance plans for PTC System.
Responsible for configuration management of the PTC system and its subsystems
Manages integration of applicable AAR, EIC/ISA, IEEE, AREMA, AAR, and MIL standards, etc.
Responsible for PTC interoperability with all tenants.
Responsible for all Caltrain PTC Safety Plan Amendments
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Representing Caltrain for all PTC matters with the industry, AAR and ITC committees.

Supervise staff. Hire, mentor, and take appropriate corrective and/or disciplinary action. Ensure EEO policies and procedures are followed. Participate in selection of staff. Coordinate staff training and professional development. Establish performance objectives. Monitor and evaluate employee performance.

Examples of Essential Duties:

Ensure Caltrain train control systems are functioning for optimal performance and in accordance with FRA mandated for all tenant railroads interoperability requirements.
Provide general technical oversight of PTC systems and perform system usage and performance analyses.
Manage PTC product vendor and its support service. Perform Annual performance review of I-ETMS Vendor.
Manage all PTC related assets.
Work closely with Rail Operations to address PTC issues to minimize Service impact.
Representing Caltrain for all PTC communication with the FRA
Manage PTC integration and interface with Back Office and On Board
Ensure Caltrain train control office systems are compatible with Association of American Railroad (AAR) standards and follow the International Test Commission (ITC) guidelines including "N-2" backwards compatible software versions.
Responsible for all PTC operational performance reporting required by the FRA.
Develop engineering cost estimates related to PTC updates and upgrades
Manage all PTC technology refresh and software upgrades/updates and associated testing without interfering with Railroad Operations.
Evaluate job performance of staff which also includes the professional development of staff through the identification of on-the-job and other professional development opportunities.
Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one's self, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in electrical/ Electronic Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
Five years of professional railroad PTC experience or related field.
2 years of supervising staff and/or consultants

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with an emphasis on Positive Train Control and SCADA system development and maintenance is preferred.
Experience with supervisory train control, wayside signal, highway crossing warning system, predictive and arrival system, and traffic signal control is desirable.
Experience with rail industry systems, electrical interfaces, software and network protocols, and system integration with commercial off the shelf (COTS) hardware and software is desirable.
Possession of a valid California license as a registered professional engineer is desirable.
Must have effective oral and written communication skills.

Compensation details: 98 Yearly Salary

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