Senior Consultant (Rail Simulation)

Engineering Systems Inc • Kansas City, MO

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About The Position

The Senior Consultant in the Rail Practice will lead vehicle dynamics analysis, and field testing programs. The role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, overseeing junior staff and managing high-profile consulting projects. In addition to technical contributions in simulation and dynamics, this position requires experience in business development, proposal preparation, and client relationship management. The Senior Consultant will supervise the other staff specializing in simulation and will integrate their work into broader accident investigations, performance analyses, and litigation support, in both transit and freight rail space.

Requirements

• 10+ years of professional experience in railroad engineering, vehicle dynamics, or transportation consulting.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing multidisciplinary engineering projects and teams.
• Experience with simulation software (TOES, NUCARS, VAMPIRE, or similar).
• Hands-on experience with instrumented field testing, data acquisition, and over-the-road measurement campaigns.
• Strong background in client interaction, business development, and proposal preparation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to present to clients, technical audiences, or in legal proceedings.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Mechanical, Civil or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited University.
• Pursuit of an EIT/PE license encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale consulting projects within the railroad practice, including simulation studies, dynamics analyses, and field-testing programs.
• Oversee consultants working with simulation tools such as TOES (Train Operations and Energy Simulator), NUCARS, VAMPIRE, and related modeling platforms.
• Direct and participate in instrumented vehicle testing and over-the-road field data collection to validate models and analyze real-world performance.
• Provide technical oversight on multibody vehicle dynamics modeling, ride quality studies, derailment reconstructions, and train handling evaluations.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables while ensuring technical quality and client satisfaction.
• Prepare and deliver technical reports, proposals, and client presentations for litigation support, operational consulting, and industry stakeholders.
• Develop new business opportunities through proposal writing, presentations, and direct client engagement.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to the growth and technical advancement of the Rail Practice.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance/Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Eligible for Awards Program, Merit Bonus, and/or Annual Bonus
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) – encouraged to take 20 days of paid time off/year
• Administrative Staff Support
• Pet Insurance
• Work/Life Balance
• Access to Wellbeats – on-demand fitness & well-being videos
• 10 paid holidays (9 standard holidays and 1 floating holiday)
• 30-minute fitness break available in addition to 1-hour lunch break
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Business casual dress code and positive working environment
• Continuing education opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees