Sr Field Engineer - 90215108 - Groton
AmtrakAbout the role
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As we move America’s workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.
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Our values of ‘Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First’ are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, ‘Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security’ are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak. By living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future.
Job Summary
Provide technical, logistical, and administrative support to assigned geographic region (Northeast Division) Assistant Division Engineers to ensure efficient and cost-effective management of infrastructure construction, maintenance, and inspection. Work in both office and field settings, including night operations, collaborating closely with gang supervisors and Transportation Management in all weather conditions.
Essential Functions
- Provide 24/7 support for planned work and emergencies.
- Monitor field activities to enforce safety protocols, driving safety culture improvement and preventing injuries.
- Ensure regulatory inspections' timely and high-quality performance through field oversight.
- Assist supervisors with injury support, including transportation and documentation.
- Responsible for track compliance for both the Empire and New England Divisions.
- Work directly with the track Assistant Division Engineers, supervisors, and inspectors to ensure that all inspections, maintenance, and construction are completed to Amtrak MW1000 and FRA Standards.
- Work closely with the System Track office and FRA.
- Help mentor new track foreman and have a strong presence in the field identifying corrective work and remedial actions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
- Plus 6 years of relevant work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
- Plus 8 years of relevant work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Proficient in interfacing with employees at all levels and collaborating across IMCS and Transportation Departments.
- Skilled and experienced in MS Office, including creating spreadsheets, presentations, and memorandums.
- Demonstrates expertise in railroad infrastructure inspection, maintenance, and construction, with basic knowledge of related crafts.
- Knowledgeable in railroad operations, operating rules, and divisional processes, including track and OCS outages.
- Familiar with Federal Railroad Regulations, including Roadway Worker Protection.
The salary/hourly range is $103,700.00 – $134,460.00. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. Depending on an employee’s assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee’s base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
Health and Wellbeing Financial and Retirement Work and Family Life Support Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401K with Employer Match Generous Paid Time Off Wellness Programs Railroad Retirement Benefits Paid Caregiving Days and Backup Care Health Savings Account Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Fertility and Family Building Benefits No-cost Personal Health Advocate Student Loan Assistance Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance Medical Plan Opt-out Credit Tuition and Education Reimbursement Paid Family Leave Life Insurance Rail Pass Privileges Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program No-cost Financial Advisor Sessions Commuter and Flexible Spending AccountsLearn more about our benefits offerin
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