Sr Field Engineer - 90215108 - Groton
Amtrak•Groton, CT
•$103,700 - $134,460•Onsite
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
- Plus 6 years of relevant work experience.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
- Plus 8 years of relevant work experience.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Benefits
- 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 Accounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
