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Rail Signal Engineer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Arup

Senior Signaling Engineer

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$111K - $152K/yr

... for an accomplished Signaling & Train Control Senior Engineer based in our West Geography ... For the California High Speed Rail (CHSR) Project: * You will be our local lead for the CHSR ...

Americas Region

Senior Signaling Engineer

Sacramento, CA

$111K - $152K/yr

... for an accomplished Signaling & Train Control Senior Engineer based in our West Geography ... For the California High Speed Rail (CHSR) Project: * You will be our local lead for the CHSR ...

Herzog

Superintendent of Signals

Menlo Park, CA

$135K - $150K/yr

Coordinate engineering activities with transportation operations. * Supervise work crews, including ... Knowledge in railroad signal/communication practices. * Knowledgeable in FRA rules and regulations ...

Herzog

Superintendent of Signals

Menlo Park, CA · On-site

$135K - $150K/yr

Coordinate engineering activities with transportation operations. * Supervise work crews, including ... Knowledge in railroad signal/communication practices. * Knowledgeable in FRA rules and regulations ...

Parsons

Project Manager - Rail and Transit

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$148K - $266K/yr

We are looking for a professional engineer with specific expertise in rail signaling, communications and/or traction power. With more than 50 rail and transit projects currently underway across the ...

Dar Group

Senior Rail Track Design Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

$112K - $154K/yr

Coordinate closely with signaling, traction power, overhead catenary systems (OCS), communications ... Engineering or a related discipline. * Minimum of 8 years of experience in rail track design ...

HARBOR RAIL SERVICES

Locomotive Engineer

Oro Grande, CA

$25 - $30/hr

Locomotive Engineer COMPANY: Harbor Rail Services has been in the railroad business since 1986 and ... Interpret and follow train orders, signals, and railroad rules and regulations. * Communicate ...

EQL Tech

Founding Engineer - GovTech

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$125K - $175K/yr

Founding Engineer - GovTech Location: San Francisco, CA (In-Office) Partnership: EQL Tech has been ... The company is building the financial rails to help families access new State education funds ...

EQL Tech

Founding Engineer - GovTech

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$125K - $175K/yr

Founding Engineer - GovTech Location: San Francisco, CA (In-Office) Partnership: EQL Tech has been ... The company is building the financial rails to help families access new State education funds ...

EQL Tech

Founding Engineer - GovTech

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$125K - $175K/yr

Founding Engineer - GovTech Location: San Francisco, CA (In-Office) Partnership: EQL Tech has been ... The company is building the financial rails to help families access new State education funds ...

Arup

Rail Systems Engineering Lead

Sacramento, CA · On-site

Electrification, Signaling and Train Control, Communications. • Own the design process of a multi ... • Professional Engineer designation in California or equivalent would be an asset • ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for rail signal engineer in California is $94,849.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $106,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a rail signal engineer?

A Rail Signal Engineer is responsible for designing, installing, maintaining, and testing railway signaling systems to ensure safe and efficient train operations. They work with technologies such as track circuits, interlockings, and automated signaling systems to prevent collisions and manage train movements. Their role requires knowledge of railway regulations, signaling principles, and electrical or electronic systems. Rail Signal Engineers collaborate with project teams, transportation authorities, and maintenance crews to ensure compliance with safety standards and system reliability.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a rail signal engineer?

As a Rail Signal Engineer, your day-to-day tasks often involve designing and reviewing signaling layouts, preparing technical documentation, and testing or commissioning new installations. You may also spend time diagnosing and resolving faults in existing systems and collaborating closely with project managers, civil engineers, and field technicians. Regular site visits and adherence to strict safety standards are common aspects of the routine. This role offers a dynamic mix of office-based planning work and field activities, making every day both challenging and rewarding for those interested in railway technology.

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

To thrive as a Rail Signal Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical or electronic engineering, with experience in designing, maintaining, and troubleshooting railway signaling systems. Familiarity with CAD software, signaling standards like AREMA or EN50128, and certifications such as IRSE are highly beneficial. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork abilities set candidates apart. These competencies are essential to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of railway networks.

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Infographic showing various Rail Signal Engineer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,849 per year, or $45.6 per hour.

Senior Transit and Rail Signals Design Lead

SYSTRA

Los Angeles, CA • On-site, Remote

$156K - $212K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

The Company
SYSTRA delivers architecture, engineering and construction and program management services to our clients that offer public transportation, public education and public housing to our communities.
We partner with public transportation owners and operators of bridges, buses, commuter and intercity, high-speed and light rail, mass rapid transit and tunnels, helping them provide safe, efficient and reliable public transportation. SYSTRA also serves public facility authorities that provide safe, attractive, and environmentally sound public schools and offer affordable housing to communities. Ranked 18th in US mass transit and rail design by Engineering News-Record (ENR), SYSTRA has been a trusted partner to public agencies and operators throughout the US since 1985 and employs nearly 200 personnel nationwide.
Part of SYSTRA Group, a world-leading engineering and consulting firm, SYSTRA is supported by the over 10,500 employees worldwide. Using a collaborative approach built on the firm's value of Connected Teams, we provide our clients and partners access to the best skills worldwide via sharing information, tools, best practices, and processes.
Context
We're looking for a new Senior Transit and Rail Signals Lead in our Signals Group to help drive the objectives and challenges our valued clients have trusted us to solve for them.
As a SYSTRA US Senior Transit and Rail Signals Lead, you will join a world-class team of high-performing engineers, designers, drafters and others who work collectively to ensure client projects continue to thrive while remaining on track and budget. Position is based in the greater San Diego area and requires a presence in both office and field work locations.
Missions/Main Duties
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Produce and participate in signal system designs for transit and rail projects of various levels of complexity with little to no supervision to include:
  • Automatic train control systems (ATCS)
  • Vital microprocessor and relay-based interlocking
  • Block signal systems
  • Signal circuit drawing typical
  • Highway crossing warning systems
  • Signal system integration
  • Produce detailed signal system construction plans for transit and rail projects of various levels of complexity to include:
  • Site plans
  • Signal Installation drawings
  • Signal installation and equipment typical drawings
  • Temporary interface designs
  • Review circuit designs for failures and customer technical specification compliance
  • Write test and commissioning specifications and procedures
  • Write test plans and cutover staging
  • Ability to use simulator (SATs or Vital-Sim) to pretest vital and non-vital application logic
  • Ability to lead a team of signalmen in the testing and commissioning of new signal systems

Profile/Skills
Does this seem like an opportunity that you can be all aboard with in your career? Well, here's a little more on the required experience we're looking for in this new teammate.
Required Qualifications:
  • In-depth knowledge of signaling principles pertaining to automatic and cab signaling systems
  • In-depth understanding of Boolean algebra as it pertains to Signal application logic programs
  • 10-20 years of experience in a Railroad Signals environment
  • Knowledge of Positive Train Control (PTC) systems and associated federal regulations
  • A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience performing Signal System design

Preferred Qualifications:
  • BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering/Engineering Technology
  • Master's or other advanced degree(s)
  • Direct Signal System experience working at a rail or transit agency
  • Professional Engineer License (PE) or the ability to obtain a license
  • Project Management Profession (PMP) certification

Position is full time and requires that the candidate be hired live in the greater San Diego / Orange County area for frequest field work and collaboration with the local client's team.
SYSTRA USA provides a benefits package including medical, dental, 401k and other offerings that focus on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
SYSTRA USA is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local law.
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Sponsorship assistance is not available for this position.
Salary Range: $156,000-212,000, SYSTRA USA is providing the compensation range that the company believes it might pay and/or offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location.

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