Sr/Field Engineer - 90000589 - New York

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Job Summary

This position is a tiered position. Incumbents will have a position level assigned based on their skills andexperience, and in alignment with position development plans. Position placement is at Amtrak’s sole andabsolute discretion.

Provide technical, logistical, and administrative support to NED Assistant Division Engineers in the Sub-Division 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

• Coordinate night work activities within IMCS (Infrastructure Maintenance & Construction Services), ensuring adherence to outage requirements for maintaining OTP (On-Time Performance).
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
• Plus 6 years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of basic electrical theory.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematic diagram.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
• Plus 8 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience managing or field experience with medium voltage electrical systems and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of electrical components and electrical testing devices
• Experience with facility maintenance and emergency generators

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 a target of $110,000 for a Field Engineer and $122,000 for a Sr Field Engineer. 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.

Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Requisition ID: 167154

Work Arrangement: 06-Onsite 4/5 Days Click here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak.
Relocation Offered: No
Travel Requirements: Up to 25%

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Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen.

Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.

In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. §1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.

Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

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