Lead Systems Engineer – Tolling Delivery

Kapsch Group

. Lead end-to-end tolling system delivery from bid-phase sales support and solution development through engineering, installation, integration, testing, commissioning, and operational handoff .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in delivering tolling systems and managing multidisciplinary engineering teams, with a strong focus on requirements engineering, system integration, and customer relationship management. Proficient in technical documentation and communication, ensuring successful project execution and operational outcomes.

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Tolling Systems DeliveryRequirements EngineeringSystems Integration EngineeringTechnical Customer EngagementCross-Functional Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Requirements ElicitationSystem ArchitectureIntegration TestingCommissioningTroubleshootingWiring Diagrams DevelopmentRoadway Sensor Placement DesignDatabase ManagementIP NetworkingTechnical Documentation

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationRelationship ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationTechnical Presentation SkillsProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Cisco EnvironmentRoadside HardwareBack-Office Tolling PlatformsFactory Acceptance TestingSite Acceptance Testing

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) LicenseEngineer in Training (EIT) CertificationCCNA CertificationCCNP Certification

Industry Keywords

Tolling SystemsRoadside InfrastructureCivil DrawingsState DOTsPublic-Sector Customers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end tolling system delivery from bid-phase sales support and solution development through engineering, installation, integration, testing, commissioning, and operational handoff
Apply practical experience delivering tolling systems and roadside infrastructure programs
Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers
Own requirements elicitation, analysis, decomposition, specification, validation, traceability, and change control
Establish and maintain requirements traceability across hardware, software, electrical, integration, installation, and verification activities
Maintain technical accountability for the complete system architecture and implementation
Guide engineering and implementation teams through installation, configuration, integration, troubleshooting, and commissioning
Define and control interfaces between roadside hardware and software systems
Support Factory Acceptance Testing, Site Acceptance Testing, and Operational Acceptance Testing
Direct troubleshooting where hardware, firmware, and software meet in the field
Oversee systems, interfaces, protocols, databases, and applications
Lead cross-functional hardware, software, electrical, and systems engineering teams
Develop and maintain wiring diagrams, roadway sensor placement designs, hanger and mounting systems, power distribution designs, cabinet layouts, and cable/conduit layouts
Interpret civil drawings and partner with highway designers and infrastructure teams
Set technical direction, make engineering decisions, and remove technical or delivery blockers
Connect technical execution to customer operational outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 3 years of direct experience delivering tolling systems, including implementation, integration, commissioning, or operational deployment
10+ years of professional experience delivering complex, integrated systems
4+ years of experience across two or more of: electrical, mechanical, civil, structural, software, embedded/firmware, database, or systems integration engineering
Experience leading system delivery on complex, multi-year programs from requirements and solution design through installation, integration, testing, commissioning, and final handoff
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams
Experience owning client relationships from a technical perspective
Strong requirements engineering experience, including elicitation, decomposition, traceability, validation, and change control
Excellent communication and relationship-management skills
Working knowledge of IP networking; Cisco environment experience
Ability to lead technical customer conversations and cross-functional collaboration
Ability to develop and deliver technical presentations
Strong written communication skills for requirements, specifications, interface definitions, technical documentation, and customer communications
Ability to distinguish requirement clarifications, scope changes, and technical risks
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field
Applicants must have working rights in the US and pass a background check
Bonus: Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
Bonus: CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent networking certification
Bonus: Experience with AET, ORT, ETC, roadside systems, and back-office tolling platforms
Bonus: Experience with state DOTs, government agencies, or public-sector customers
Bonus: Prior technical or people leadership
Bonus: Project management, business economics, and commercial project delivery knowledge
Bonus: Experience estimating time and effort for system functionalities and technical implementations
Bonus: Familiarity with relevant international standards
Bonus: Located in California

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career growth, stability, and ongoing professional education and training opportunities
Competitive salary range with a full benefits package
Unlimited paid time off
401(k) program
11 paid holidays
HSA and FSA option
No-cost medical premium insurance option for employees and eligible dependents
Casual work environment with remote or hybrid work options if near a corporate office location
Exciting challenges with room for new and innovative ideas within a highly qualified team
High responsibility within a global, fast-growing, renowned family-owned company
Diverse and dynamic environment with attractive career opportunities