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Lead Professional, Signal Engineer - CBTC

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$88K - $119K/yr

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Professional, Signal Engineer-CBTC to join our Transit and Rail/Systems Engineering in on of our New York or New Jersey offices. This position can be ...

Parsons

CBTC Project Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$103K - $181K/yr

Join Parsons as a Senior CBTC Systems Engineer in our Rail and Transit sector, where you will lead and innovate in the realm of rail transit systems. This role combines the responsibilities of ...

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CBTC Project Commercial Manager

Manhattan, NY · On-site

This Opportunity WSP is seeking a CBTC Project Commercial Manager to support one or more CBTC projects for New York MTA on which WSP plays a significant role. Reporting to the National Commercial ...

WSP

CBTC Project Commercial Manager

Manhattan, NY

This Opportunity WSP is seeking a CBTC Project Commercial Manager to support one or more CBTC projects for New York MTA on which WSP plays a significant role. Reporting to the National Commercial ...

WSP

Lead Professional, Signal Engineer - CBTC

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$184K/yr

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Professional, Signal Engineer-CBTC to join our Transit and Rail/Systems Engineering in on of our New York or New Jersey offices. This position can be ...

Luster National

Senior Scheduler (CBTC)

New York, NY · On-site

About the Position We're seeking a Senior Scheduler who will work on large, complex heavy civil rail transit projects where you'll utilize your expertise in Communications Based Train Controls (CBTC)

Parsons

CBTC RAMS Engineer - Rail & Transit

New York, NY · On-site

$88K - $154K/yr

Oversee CBTC train control system safety cases, hazard logs,RAMSanalyses, and related evidence, ensuring consistency and sufficiency for approvals. Coordinate with contractors, independent safety ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for cbtc in the United States is $157,042.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $167,000.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A CBTC (Communications-Based Train Control) job typically involves working with advanced signaling systems used in modern railway networks. Professionals in this field focus on designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting automated train control systems that enhance safety and efficiency. Roles may include CBTC engineers, technicians, and project managers who work with software, hardware, and communication networks. These jobs are commonly found in metro and rail transit systems worldwide.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a CBTC engineer?

A CBTC Engineer typically spends their day designing, implementing, testing, and maintaining communications-based train control systems for railway operations. Responsibilities may include configuring signaling equipment, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate CBTC technology, analyzing and troubleshooting system faults, and ensuring regulatory compliance. The role often involves both office-based system design work and field activities, such as site testing or commissioning. Working closely with project managers, software developers, and maintenance crews is common to ensure seamless train control and safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the CBTC position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a CBTC (Communications-Based Train Control) Engineer, you typically need a background in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field, along with experience in railway signaling systems. Familiarity with industry standards, CBTC-specific software and hardware, and relevant certifications (such as IRSE) are often necessary. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication enable professionals to work collaboratively and troubleshoot complex technical issues. These skills are essential for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of automated train systems in urban rail environments.

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Lead Professional, Signal Engineer - CBTC

WSP

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$88K - $119K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

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8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description


WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Professional, Signal Engineer-CBTC to join our Transit and Rail/Systems Engineering in on of our New York or New Jersey offices. This position can be based out of: New York City, Valhalla-NY, Troy-NY, Lawrenceville-NJ, Morristown-NJ or Newark-NJ.
The Signal Engineer provides specialized technical support and oversight of both fixed-block signaling and application to the CBTC system program. This position ensures that signal designs, interlocking logic, and mixed-mode block configurations are reviewed, validated, and approved in compliance with NYCT operational principles and safety standards. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of both traditional relay-based signaling and software-based interlocking logic, with hands-on experience to support NYCT projects. This role serves as a vital liaison between the supplier, designer, and NYCT Operations to facilitate design acceptance, support test readiness, and ensure system safety and operational continuity throughout the migration to CBTC.
Responsibilities
  • Provide technical review and approval of block design drawings and documentation for mixed-mode (CBTC and fixed-block) operation.
  • Serve as a liaison between the CBTC supplier, designer, and operations for all matters related to signal design coordination and block approval.
  • Review and assess the implementation of interlocking logic in both the relay-based fixed-block design and the CBTC subsystem software, ensuring operational and safety compliance.
  • Review and approve test procedures related to interlocking logic, signal aspects, and control sequences to confirm compliance with Authority and NYCT requirements.
  • Evaluate software state machine logic used to implement interlocking functions in CBTC subsystems and ensure proper alignment with NYCT signaling principles and operational rules.
  • Provide assurance that signal design changes maintain interoperability, safety integrity, and system maintainability during migration from fixed-block to CBTC control.
  • Support interface alignment between CBTC zone controller logic, relay interlockings, and field signal equipment.
  • Participate in design and field review meetings with NYCT Engineering, Operations Planning, and maintenance teams to address design, testing, and configuration issues.
  • Track and report on signal design deliverables, test progress, and open design comments requiring review or resolution.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required to support the successful integration, validation, and acceptance of the CBTC and fixed-block signaling systems.
  • 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.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical, systems, or railway engineering;
  • 7+ years of progressive experience in fixed-block and/or CBTC signaling system maintenance and/or design may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Proven record of reviewing, approving, and coordinating block design packages for mixed-mode signaling operation.
  • Experience developing or reviewing interlocking logic test procedures and software state machine implementations.
  • Understanding of NYCT signal principles, operational practices, and legacy control systems.
  • Understanding of vital and non-vital signal logic, relay-based control circuits, and their translation into CBTC subsystem software.
  • Familiarity with Interface Interoperability Specification signal design standards.
  • Working knowledge of interlocking design, block layouts, overlap logic, and control line functions.
  • Understanding of test sequencing, verification, and validation of signaling systems within mixed-mode operation.
  • Prior involvement in at least one major Train Control System deployment or migration project within NYCT or a comparable transit agency.
  • Ability to work during off-hour testing or commissioning as needed.
  • Ability to support field reviews, test witnessing, and agency coordination meetings.
  • Flexibility to perform additional responsibilities as assigned to ensure program success.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Exceptional analytical and diagnostic skills for reviewing detailed circuit and software logic.
  • Effective communicator able to represent technical findings and recommendations to NYCT operations and design teams.

WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a 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.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (all locations): $123,700 - $182,000
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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