Manager ATC System Design & Performance

Norfolk Southern Corp.•Atlanta, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the integration of NS business processes and applications to support Train Control initiatives. Establish and perform business and performance analysis for Advanced Train Control systems including Positive Train Control (PTC), Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD), and Energy Management (EM). Promote business and application changes to improve data consistency, completeness, and accuracy. Design proactive monitoring and reporting for assets and components supporting Train Control systems.

Requirements

Minimum Level: 2-3 years of job-related experience
MS Office 365 including Visio
SQL
Technical Writing
Spotfire, Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization tools
Agile Project Management Software
Knowledge of NS Operating Rules and Practices
Knowledge of System Safety and Hazard Analysis
Knowledge of train operations, train reporting and corresponding systems
Knowledge of dispatch system functionality and corresponding systems
Knowledge of AAR PTC standards and FRA PTC regulation
Knowledge of Enterprise GIS database
Agile problem solver
Inductive reasoning
Presenting technical data, reports, and dashboards in a non-technical, easy-to-understand manner to stakeholders
Engenders trust and drives alignment of team to program to departmental and corporate goals
Focuses on results
Communicates powerfully and broadly
Collaborates and fosters teamwork
Technical detail & documentation
Seeks opportunities for growth, improvement, and continuous progress
Champions others through inclusive leadership that motivates and empowers reports and team members

Nice To Haves

Preferred Level: 3-7+ years of job-related experience
Preferred Level: Bachelor's Degree (BS)
Preferred Majors: Engineering, Business Information Technology
Exhibits a high level of knowledge of PTC, EM, signaling, CAD and NS transportation functions and interfaces

Responsibilities

Provides strategic input regarding enhancements and new development that may affect the Train Control systems.
Works with NS resources to innovate, streamline and improve NS transportation, engineering, information technology and ATC applications and systems interfacing with Train Control systems.
Ensures accurate NS Train Control performance reporting to FRA on a regular basis
Maintains knowledge of system requirements, interfaces and hazards to shape industry and vendor-driven enhancements
Represents NS interests to industry-level Interoperable Train Control (ITC) teams and MxV research projects involving Train Control systems evolution
Team lead for the following processes: PTC research and systems engineering, including design coordination and technology development, System availability & reliability, Systems management, Business continuity, PTC business intelligence, reports and dashboards, FRA performance reporting data
Cultivates collaborative relationships with inter-departmental teams, vendors, and Class I railroads to leverage shared knowledge
Inclusively manages a team and is responsible for their development, productivity and performance