Senior Rail Communications Engineer

What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.
The Senior Communications Engineer will be responsible for the design, deployment, and maintenance of communications systems supporting Light Rail operations. This includes fiber optic networks, radio systems, CCTV, public address systems, and other critical communication infrastructure.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
System Design & Integration - Develop comprehensive communications system designs, including fiber backbones, wireless networks, CCTV, PA/VMS, and passenger information systems. Ensure interoperability with train control, SCADA, and other subsystems.
Technology Evaluation - Research, evaluate, and recommend new technologies or system enhancements to improve performance, reliability, and security.
Work with vendors to assess technical solutions and ensure they meet project requirements.
Project Leadership - Develop design deliverables, procurement packages, cost estimates, and schedules for communications projects. Oversee system integrators, contractors, and suppliers to ensure timely, on-budget delivery.
Installation & Commissioning - Provide on-site technical support during equipment installation, system configuration, and commissioning. Participate in factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT).
Security & Reliability - Implement network security best practices to protect critical infrastructure. Monitor and analyze system performance, troubleshooting issues to maintain high availability.
Standards & Compliance - Ensure designs comply with local and national codes, industry best practices and standards. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to obtain necessary approvals.
Documentation & Training - Develop and maintain detailed documentation, including system schematics, configuration guides, and O&M manuals. Conduct training sessions for operations and maintenance staff.

What You'll Do:

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Additional Information

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Locations:

Bellevue, WA (Seattle), Denver, CO, Seattle, WA (Downtown)

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The approximate pay range for the Greater Seattle, WA Metro Area is $168,853.83 - $269,727.55. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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The approximate pay range for Colorado is $161,512.36 - $258,000.27. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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The anticipated last day to apply is 08/30/2025. Please note that the job may be unposted prior to this date if the job is filled or no longer a need.

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