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As a Wabtec Signal Engineer, you have the opportunity to make a difference in our customer's experience. As a Signal Engineer you are responsible for engineering rail signal systems, including ...

Signal Engineer IV

Jacksonville, FL ยท On-site

$79K - $112K/yr

As a Wabtec Signal Engineer, you have the opportunity to make a difference in our customer's experience. As a Signal Engineer you are responsible for engineering rail signal systems, including ...

Signal Engineer IV

Omaha, NE ยท On-site

$79K - $112K/yr

As a member of the Signal Engineering group, you will play a key role in designing and engineering rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming. In this position, you ...

Signal Engineer IV

Kansas City, MO ยท On-site

$79K - $112K/yr

As a member of the Signal Engineering group, you will play a key role in designing and engineering rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming. In this position, you ...

Signal Engineer IV

Jacksonville, FL ยท On-site

$79K - $112K/yr

As a member of the Signal Engineering group, you will play a key role in designing and engineering rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming. In this position, you ...

As a Wabtec Signal Engineer, you have the opportunity to make a difference in our customer's experience. As a Signal Engineer you are responsible for engineering rail signal systems, including ...

As a member of the Signal Engineering group, you will play a key role in designing and engineering rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming. In this position, you ...

Signal Engineer IV

Englewood, CO ยท On-site

$79K - $112K/yr

As a member of the Signal Engineering group, you will play a key role in designing and engineering rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming. In this position, you ...

Signal Engineer IV

Jacksonville, FL ยท On-site

$79K - $112K/yr

As a Wabtec Signal Engineer, you have the opportunity to make a difference in our customer's experience. As a Signal Engineer you are responsible for engineering rail signal systems, including ...

As a member of the Signal Engineering group, you will play a key role in designing and engineering rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming. In this position, you ...

Signal Engineer IV

Jacksonville, FL ยท On-site

$79K - $112K/yr

As a member of the Signal Engineering group, you will play a key role in designing and engineering rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming. In this position, you ...

As a member of the Signal Engineering group, you will play a key role in designing and engineering rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming. In this position, you ...

Sr. Signal Engineer

Omaha, NE ยท On-site

$91K - $129K/yr

As a member of the Signal Engineering group, you will play a key role in designing and engineering rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming. In this position, you ...

Signal Engineer IV

Jacksonville, FL ยท On-site

$79K - $112K/yr

As a member of the Signal Engineering group, you will play a key role in designing and engineering rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming. In this position, you ...

As a member of the Signal Engineering group, you will play a key role in designing and engineering rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming. In this position, you ...

Signal Engineer IV

Omaha, NE ยท On-site

$79K - $112K/yr

As a member of the Signal Engineering group, you will play a key role in designing and engineering rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming. In this position, you ...

Signal Engineer IV

Kansas City, MO ยท On-site

$79K - $112K/yr

As a member of the Signal Engineering group, you will play a key role in designing and engineering rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming. In this position, you ...

As a member of the Signal Engineering group, you will play a key role in designing and engineering rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming. In this position, you ...

As a member of the Signal Engineering group, you will play a key role in designing and engineering rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming. In this position, you ...

Signal Engineer IV

Englewood, CO ยท On-site

$79K - $112K/yr

As a member of the Signal Engineering group, you will play a key role in designing and engineering rail signal systems, including circuit designs and vital logic programming. In this position, you ...

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How much do signal engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for signal engineer in the United States is $96,107.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $108,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges Signal Engineers face when working on railway or transportation projects?

Signal Engineers often encounter challenges such as integrating new signaling systems with legacy infrastructure, adhering to strict safety and regulatory standards, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams including civil, electrical, and IT engineers. Projects may require balancing tight deadlines with the need for thorough testing and validation of signal systems to ensure passenger and worker safety. Effective communication and adaptability are essential, as priorities can shift quickly due to technical issues or changes in project scope.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Signal Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Signal Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical or electronic engineering, strong analytical skills, and a relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with signaling systems, CAD software, and industry-specific standards such as those from the Institute of Railway Signal Engineers (IRSE) or relevant certifications is typically required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication help Signal Engineers collaborate and respond to safety-critical situations. These skills and qualifications are essential to ensure the safe and reliable operation of signaling systems in transportation networks.

What is the difference between Signal Engineer vs Communications Engineer?

AspectSignal EngineerCommunications Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, certifications like IEEEBachelor's in Electrical, Electronics, or Communications Engineering, similar certifications
Work EnvironmentRailways, transit systems, transportation infrastructureTelecom companies, network providers, data centers
Industry UsageTransportation, infrastructure projectsTelecommunications, networking, data transmission
Job FocusDesign and maintenance of signaling systems for safety and efficiencyDesign and implementation of communication systems for data and voice transmission

While both roles require electrical engineering knowledge and similar certifications, Signal Engineers primarily focus on signaling systems in transportation, ensuring safety and operational efficiency. Communications Engineers concentrate on designing and maintaining communication networks for data and voice transmission across various industries.

What are Signal Engineers?

Signal Engineers are professionals who design, install, maintain, and troubleshoot signaling systems that control train movements on railway networks. Their work ensures the safe and efficient operation of trains by managing signals, track circuits, and interlocking systems. Signal Engineers work closely with other railway professionals to implement modern signaling technology and comply with safety standards. They may also be involved in upgrading existing infrastructure or developing new systems for improved reliability and capacity.
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Infographic showing various Signal Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,107 per year, or $46.2 per hour.
Signal Engineer IV

Signal Engineer IV

Wabtec

Jacksonville, FL โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Job Description

Who will you be working with
Wabtecโ€™s Digital Intelligence Signaling & Systems team is recognized as an industry leader in the successful delivery of complex integrated system projects, involving signaling, train control,
communications, and back-office solutions with a strong focus on project execution, project management, schedule adherence and customer satisfaction.

How will you make a difference?
As a Wabtec Signal Engineer, you have the opportunity to make a difference in our customerโ€™s experience. As a Signal Engineer you are responsible for engineering rail signal systems, including circuit design and vital logic programming. The Signal Engineer role will require working within customer specifications, FRA regulations, AREMA standards, M.U.T.C.D standards and ISO-9001 requirements.

What do we want to know about you?

You must have:
โ€ข Bachelorโ€™s degree in engineering or equivalent work experience.
โ€ข 3-5 years of signaling experience required.
โ€ข Proficient with MS Office suite (Excel. Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio)
โ€ข Strong written and verbal communication skills.

What will your typical day look like?

In this role you will work on a team to complete railroad signaling projects for our customers.

This will include:

  • circuit design, vital logic programming, wayside interface unit programming, quality checking, and material estimating for wayside signal locations, at-grade highway crossing locations, and railway yards.
  • You will be required to work within CADD programs (Microstation and AutoCad), attend project meetings, manage and organize files within a document control system, review deliverables for proper version and accuracy prior to delivery, and produce documentation as required by the ISO-9001 Quality Management System.
  • Multiple projects may be worked in different stages at the same time.

What about the physical demands of the job?


Office environment. No adverse environmental conditions expected. Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

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Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $79100-112800. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, itโ€™s not just about a job - itโ€™s about the impact you make. When our people come together, weโ€™re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If youโ€™re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
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Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether itโ€™s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together โ€“ are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. Weโ€™re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. Weโ€™re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.


Weโ€™re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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