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Systems Engineer 2

Salary

$85,987.20 - $139,526.40 Annually

Location

390 Robert St. N St. Paul, MN

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2025-00200

Division

Regional Administration

Department

IS-Admin

Opening Date

10/10/2025

Closing Date

10/25/2025 11:59 PM Central

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WHO WE ARE

The Regional Administration Division is accepting applications for a Systems Engineer 2 (LRT Network focus).

We are the Metropolitan Council,the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 20 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional parks and trails, transportation, wastewater, and housing services.

More information about us on our website. (https://metrocouncil.org/About-Us/The-Council-Who-We-Are.aspx)

We are committed to hiring and supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Information Servicesis the central IT department supporting all divisions of the Metropolitan Council. Our 140 team members provide technology, practices, and innovative solutions that enable the core services of the Council.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

TheSystems Engineer 2(LRT Network focus)is a mid-level position responsible for all aspects of enterprise SCADA and network systems. This role provides advanced support and maintenance for the Council enterprise network infrastructure with a specialization in wireless, connectivity, or VPN environments. Engineers at this level are capable of owning support for specific network segments (e.g. Wi-Fi, VPN, or facility access control), performing installations, responding to escalated issues, and participating in cross functional infrastructure projects.

The Systems Engineer 2 acts as a primary responder for medium complexity issues, handles preventative maintenance for network environments, and performs change implementations under general supervision. This role represents a natural progression from foundational systems support into more autonomous work, with emerging leadership in technical domains and peer collaboration.

What you would do in this job

+ Maintain, reload, and update application software and firmware for Public Address (PA) Systems, Variable Message Signs (VMS), PLC's, and network hardware.

+ Administer IP network addresses, switch ports and switch configurations for field devices.

+ Maintain accurate drawings, configuration management, and software archives for all installed communications systems and system upgrades.

+ Coordinate with customers, designers, suppliers, and vendors of SCADA and communications systems for modifications/upgrades.

+ Perform and support troubleshooting, repair, and return to service of communications systems failures.

+ Set up installation and testing plans for communications systems modifications.

+ Investigate, analyze, and write detailed reports for systems failures.

+ Investigate root cause of system failures and proactively recommend actions for improvement.

+ Administer multiple hardware and software functions that include design, configuration, installation, monitoring, tuning, systems configuration, and release planning and change management.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

Any of the following combinations in completed education (degree with major coursework in systems administration, systems engineering and design, systems security or a related field) and experience (with SCADA, systems integration/troubleshooting, networking, or related vital safety sensitive systems such as rail signal, aircraft, nuclear energy or petrochemical maintenance).

Systems Engineer 2:

+ Bachelor's degree with four years of experience.

+ Associate degree with six years of experience.

+ High school diploma/GED with seven years of experience.

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

+ Experience with railway signal and train control systems.

+ Experience with troubleshooting and maintenance of control systems.

+ Knowledge of Cisco networking technologies; routers, switches, DNA, ISE, etc. is beneficial.

+ Prior experience with rail signal and/or traction power systems.

+ Prior experience with Allen Bradley Micrologix PLC's.

+ Knowledge and understanding of overall information security best practices.

+ Ability to troubleshoot communication problems.

+ Ability to read systems and integration drawings.

+ Experience working and collaborating in a diverse, multi-cultural, and inclusive environment.

What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:

+ Knowledge of SCADA control system function and operation.

+ Ability to troubleshoot communications problems.

+ Ability to read systems and integration drawings.

+ Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks.

+ Ability to communicate effectively with peers, business units and vendors.

+ Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.

+ Ability to perform duties with a high degree of mobility, frequently traveling between Council locations and remote assets.

+ Ability to participate and lead meetings with stakeholders.

+ Problem solving skills across multiple domains and servers or network platforms.

What you can expect from us:

+ We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.

+ We encourage and support staff in contributing to a dynamic work culture that improves the Council's ability to serve the region.

+ We encourage and support staff in bringing the full range of experiences and identities that define them to the workplace.

+ We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.

+ We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

More about why you should join us! (http://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx)

Additional information

Systems Engineer 2:

Union/Grade: AFSCME/Grade H

FLSA Status: Exempt

Safety Sensitive:No

Full Salary Range: $41.34 - $67.08 hourly / $85,987 - $139,526 annually

Work your work environment would be:

You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

+ We review your minimum qualifications.

+ We rate your education and experience.

+ We conduct a structured panel interview.

+ We conduct a selection interview.

Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Council,you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council,you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

IMPORTANT: If you make false statements or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email [email protected].

We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:

+ Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund

+ Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan

+ Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%

+ Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance

The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:

+ Well@Work clinic

+ bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year

+ parking at many job locations

+ fitness centers at many job locations

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ extensive health and wellness programs and resources

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Applicant Instructions: The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely and please do not type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attached a resume to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding supplemental questions.

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+ No

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How did you first hear about this job opening?

+ CareerForce Center

+ Community Event/Organization

+ Employee Referral

+ Facebook

+ Glassdoor

+ Indeed

+ Job Fair

+ LinkedIn

+ Metro Transit Bus Advertisement

+ Twitter

+ Website: governmentjobs.com

+ Website: metrocouncil.org

+ Website: metrotransit.org

+ Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com

+ Other

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If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. If you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type 'N/A' if not applicable.

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Please select the option below that best reflects your education and experience level

+ Bachelor's or higher degree in Systems Administration, Systems Engineering and Design, Systems Security or a related field AND four years of experience with SCADA, systems integration/troubleshooting, networking, or related vital safety sensitive systems (e.g., rail signal, aircraft, nuclear energy or petrochemical maintenance).

+ Associate degree in Systems Administration, Systems Engineering and Design, Systems Security or a related field AND six years of experience with SCADA, systems integration/troubleshooting, networking, or related vital safety sensitive systems (e.g., rail signal, aircraft, nuclear energy or petrochemical maintenance).

+ High School diploma/GED AND at least eight years of experience with SCADA, systems integration/troubleshooting, networking, or related vital safety sensitive systems (e.g., rail signal, aircraft, nuclear energy or petrochemical maintenance).

+ Some education in Systems Administration, Systems Engineering and Design, Systems Security or a related field AND/OR some experience with SCADA, systems integration/troubleshooting, networking, or related vital safety sensitive systems (e.g., rail signal, aircraft, nuclear energy or petrochemical maintenance), but less than the options above.

+ None of the above.

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In detail, please describe your experience with SCADA, systems integration/troubleshooting, networking, or related vital safety sensitive systems (e.g., rail signal, aircraft, nuclear energy or petrochemical maintenance). If this experience does not apply to your, please type 'N/A'.

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Please select the areas below with which you have work experience (select all that apply).

+ Railway signal and train control systems.

+ Troubleshooting and maintenance of control systems.

+ Knowledge of Cisco networking technologies; routers, switches, DNA, ISE, etc.

+ Fail signal and/or traction power systems.

+ Allen Bradley Micrologix PLC's.

+ Knowledge of electrical theory.

+ Understanding of electrical schematics.

+ Understanding of overall information security best practices.

+ Troubleshooting communications problems.

+ Ability to read systems and integration drawings.

+ Working and collaborating in a diverse, multi-cultural, ad inclusive environment.

+ None of the above.

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In detail, please describe your experience working and collaborating in a diverse, multi-cultural, and inclusive environment. If this experience doesn't apply to you, please type 'N/A'.

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This position is required to be in the office 3 days a week with occasional off-site meetings. Are you able and willing to meet this requirement?

+ Yes

+ No

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Employer

Metropolitan Council

Address

390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101

Website

https://metrocouncil.org

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