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Lead Project Engineer – Systems Engineering – Rail Applications
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Lead Project Engineer – Systems Engineering – Rail Applications
Systems Engineering - Job Description
About the Role
Systems engineering is a cross-functional engineering discipline centered on an approach, mindset, and process. All activities that consider both the business and the technical needs of customers with the goal of delivering a quality product that meets user requirements. The role involves design, creation, and optimization of systems, including:
- Identification and quantification of system requirements
- Creation of alternate system design concepts
- Performance of design trade studies
- Selection and implementation of best designs
- Verification of proper integration and execution Covering the full spectrum from concept to production to operation.
Impact encompasses approaches, projects, and programs within functional areas or affected business organizations, influencing:
- Ways of working
- Quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of teams Significant input into priorities. Guided by professional practices and policies, this role requires moderate autonomy and high levels of operational judgment.
Roles & Responsibilities
Product & System Integration
- Conducts component and product integration, spanning multiple components/products to achieve maximum performance and operability.
- Manages product and systems requirements, specifications, and flows them downward into design documents.
- Drives validation and verification activities at a system level, including system-level testing.
- Defines product requirements for modules, components, subcontractors, and partner teams.
- Manages interfaces between components and execution organizations.
- Oversees CTQ (Critical-to-Quality) and Risk trades in component design teams.
- Manages overall product configuration and configuration control.
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Technical & Strategic Contributions
- Develops specialized knowledge within the discipline.
- Serves as a best practice and quality resource, with awareness of the latest innovations.
- Contributes to strategy and policy development, ensuring delivery within the area of responsibility.
- Possesses in-depth knowledge of best practices and how the area integrates with others.
- Has a working knowledge of competing market offerings and differentiators.
Decision-Making & Problem Solving
- Uses judgment to address moderately complex tasks in areas such as:
- Operational/product management
- Manufacturing
- Technology/engineering
- Adopts new perspectives on existing solutions.
- Applies technical expertise for data analysis, supporting decision-making recommendations.
- Considers multiple internal and limited external sources outside the function to inform decisions.
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Team Leadership & Influence
- Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
- Leads small projects with moderate risks and resource requirements.
- Explains sensitive or complex information and works to build consensus.
- Develops persuasion skills to influence stakeholders on field-specific topics.
Required Qualifications
For roles outside of the USA:
- Significant experience in Systems/Technology Engineering at a level equivalent to:
- A Master’s degree from an accredited university or college, or
- A high school diploma with relevant experience.
For roles within the USA:
- A Master’s degree from an accredited university or college, or
- A high school diploma/GED with at least six years of experience in the Job Family Group(s)/Function(s).
Desired Characteristics
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Proven analytical and problem-solving ability
- Experience leading programs/projects
- Capacity to document, plan, execute, and market programs
- Established project management skills
Note: For US roles, the minimum number of years' experience is specified per immigration and legal compliance requirements. For non-US roles, the focus remains on substantive experience requirements:
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