Jacksonville, FL

Nathan Schmidt

Rail signaling engineer with 15 years building safety-critical systems, AI-driven platforms, and the teams behind them.

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About

Building things that matter, from vital railway systems to AI-driven platforms.

Nearly 15 years in rail signaling, an industry where precision is life-or-death. That discipline shapes everything I build, whether it's a safety-critical interlocking system or a full-stack web platform with AI-powered document retrieval.

Outside of my primary career, I run multiple ventures at the intersection of technology and craftsmanship. Navy veteran. BSEE from UNF. Hands-on builder at heart.

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Experience
2024 / Present

Lead V&V Engineer

KB Signaling (Knorr-Bremse)Jacksonville, FL
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Verification and validation on MBTA Red and Orange Line safety-critical signaling systems

Built full-stack web platform (Next.js, FastAPI, PostgreSQL, Docker) with multi-agent RAG document retrieval

Developed Python automation tools that cut manual verification effort and sped up report turnaround

Serve on corporate AI Strategy Committee, building proof-of-concept tools and org-wide training materials

Implement AFTC5 interlocking compliance checks against safety frameworks and certification deadlines

2022 / 2024

Project IXL Leader, RER

Alstom SignalingJacksonville, FL
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Led application software engineering team on ONCOR, a multi-year Metrolinx GO Transit signaling modernization

Directed ElectroLogIX vital logic controller development with customer-facing requirements negotiation

Developed phasing and implementation plans for construction sequencing across multiple locations

2018 / 2022

Signal & System Engineer, Dept. Head

NICTDMichigan City, IN
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Department head managing salaried and unionized employees across signal, catenary, traction power, and building electrical

Oversaw multiple simultaneous capital projects from proposal through commissioning

Resource planning, hiring, evaluations, schedule management, and budget tracking across all programs

2014 / 2018

Senior System Engineer, S&C Design

Canadian National RailwayHomewood, IL
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Designed hardware circuit plans and developed software for railway signaling embedded systems

Managed contractors and coordinated field teams on installation timelines and commissioning

2011 / 2014

Signal Engineer I

XoRailJacksonville, FL
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Programmed vital logic controllers (ElectroLogIX, VHLC, HLC, EC4, Microlock) across diverse embedded configurations

Simulations, rack testing, quality checks, field support, and positive train control solutions

2001 / 2006

Cryptologic Technician, 3rd Class Petty Officer

United States NavyMayport, FL
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Operated and maintained electronic signal processing and jamming equipment

Managed work center training program and developed briefs for Commanding Officer

Education
2011

B.S. Electrical Engineering

University of North FloridaJacksonville, FL
Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
Personal Projects

Journtell

AI-Powered Memoir Platform

An application for building a collection of memoirs, powered by multiple specialized AI agents that learn and adapt to each user's voice, style, and storytelling preferences.

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Craftgineer

Tools for Digital Manufacturing

A platform delivering complex AI and non-AI tools for digital manufacturing machines including CNC routers, laser engravers, cutting machines, and more.

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Print Cut Carve

Digital Design Marketplace

Ready-to-cut digital designs for laser engravers, CNC routers, and makers. Hundreds of original patterns built for the fabrication community.

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Schmidt Woodcraft

Handcrafted in Jacksonville

Custom woodworking and laser-engraved pieces. Furniture, signs, and fine detail work designed and built by hand in Jacksonville, FL.

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Open to opportunities in engineering leadership, AI/ML, and product development.

schmnr@gmail.com(904) 860-9715
nathanschmidt.xyz
JourntellCraftgineerPrint Cut CarveSchmidt Woodcraft
Jacksonville, FL