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TYLin is hiring: Transit Communication Systems Designer in New York

TYLin, New York, NY, United States


TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

Job Summary
Are you passionate about transit and eager to make your mark on the future of rail systems in Philadelphia, New York and the Northeast? TYLin is seeking a motivated Transit Systems & Communications Designer/Design Engineer to join our growing team in Philadelphia, PA. This is your chance to contribute to some of the most cutting‑edge, complex, and challenging transit projects in the region.

Responsibilities & Qualifications
What You’ll Do:

Design and support the design and delivery of communications systems for transit and rail Operations Technology (OT) networks including real‑time data, wireless communication, a variety of devices to manage vehicles, infrastructure, and passenger information.

Fiber networks infrastructure

Radio

CCTV

Passenger Information systems including electronic signage

Computer‑Aided Dispatch/Automatic Vehicle Location systems typically deployed by Transit Agencies to manage bus and trolley operations.

SCADA (primarily Traction Power and Train Dispatch Systems).

Physical Access Control System (PACS)

Communications / Server Rooms UPS System

Video/Audio systems including Storage

Review and evaluate the technical requirements, including scope of work, specifications, design criteria, directive drawings, and standard drawings.

Collaborate with seasoned engineers and designers to bring innovative solutions to life.

Develop detailed design of communications systems including contract drawings and specifications ready to be issued for construction.

Develop detailed construction cost estimates for materials and installation of communications systems.

Contribute to projects from concept through construction, ensuring technical quality and attention to detail.

What We’re Looking For:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline (required).

Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) registration preferred, with the ability to obtain a Professional Engineer (PE) license in the future.

Significant experience in rail/transit systems, communications, electrical design, or a related field.

A solid understanding of networking protocols, devices (like routers and switches), and network security is essential. Familiarity with design software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar).

Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.

A team‑oriented mindset and a desire to grow your career in transit systems design.

Why Join Us?

Career Growth : You’ll have the opportunity to be mentored by experienced professionals and chart a path toward future licensure and leadership.

Impactful Work : Your designs will support safe, efficient, and reliable transit systems used by millions every day.

Challenging Projects : Work on signature projects across the New York metro area and Northeast, from station upgrades to new transit lines.

Supportive Culture : Be part of a collaborative, mission‑driven team that values innovation and continuous learning.

Additional Information
TYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $65,000 – $110,000 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.

TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.

Collaboration, mission‑driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.

TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.

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In Summary: TYLin is seeking a motivated Transit Systems & Communications Designer/Design Engineer to join our growing team in Philadelphia, PA . This is your chance to contribute to some of the most cutting‑edge, complex, and challenging transit projects in the region . Work on signature projects across the New York metro area and Northeast .

En Español: TYLin es una empresa de consultoría de infraestructura reconocida en todo el mundo y dedicada a proporcionar diseños innovadores, rentables y construibles para el mercado global de infraestructuras. Con más de 3.000 empleados en todas partes de las Américas, Asia y Europa, la firma brinda apoyo a proyectos de diferentes tamaños y complejidades. Juntos, mejoramos los diseños convencionales con sistemas más inteligentes y resilientes. Proporcionamos a las personas una mejor movilidad. Administramos recursos preciosos mediante la búsqueda de soluciones más sostenibles. Resumen del trabajo ¿Está apasionado por el tránsito y desea dejar su huella en el futuro de los sistemas ferroviarios en Filadelfia, Nueva York y el noreste? SCADA (principalmente, Sistemas de Control de Acceso a Tracción y Despacho de Trenes). Sistema de Comunicaciones / Salas de servidor sistemas de acceso físico sistema UPS Video/Audio que incluyen la revisión del almacenamiento y evaluar los requisitos técnicos, incluyendo el alcance del trabajo, especificaciones, criterios de diseño, dibujos directivos y planos estándar. Colaborar con ingenieros y diseñadores experimentados para dar vida a soluciones innovadoras. Desarrollar un diseño detallado de sistemas de comunicaciones, incluidos los dibujos contractuales y las especificaciones listos para ser emitidas para la construcción. ¿Por qué unirse a nosotros? Crecimiento profesional: Tendrá la oportunidad de ser guiado por profesionales experimentados y trazar un camino hacia una futura licencia y liderazgo. Trabajo eficiente: Sus diseños apoyarán sistemas de tránsito seguros, eficientes y confiables utilizados por millones cada día. Proyectos desafiantes:: Trabajar en proyectos signatarios en todo el área metropolitana de Nueva York y el noreste, desde las actualizaciones de estaciones hasta nuevas líneas de transporte : Cultura de apoyo Forma parte de un equipo colaborativo dirigido por misión que valora la innovación y el aprendizaje continuo. Información adicional TYLin se compromete a pagar equidad. Como parte de ese compromiso, hemos proporcionado el rango de compensación básica de $ 65,000 $ 110,000 anualmente para este puesto y el mercado local. TYLin es un empleador de igualdad de oportunidades, y prohibimos la discriminación y el acoso de cualquier tipo como protegido por las leyes federales, provinciales, estatales o locales. Celebramos la diversidad y nos comprometemos a crear un entorno inclusivo para todos los empleados. La compañía y sus empleados están obligados a cumplir con todas las autoridades sanitarias locales, requisitos legales o legítimos del cliente. #J-18808-Ljbffr