Division Engineer - 90001571 - Chicago
Chicago, IL, US, 60661
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Job Summary
Overall responsibility and oversight for directing Engineering Department resources in all construction, inspection, and maintenance activities within Amtrak owned and/or maintained right-of-way including Track, Bridges and Buildings, Signals, and Communications, and equipment to provide continued safe and reliable operation of inter-city passenger, commuter rail and freight trains over the Central Division. Supports the Amtrak business plan on a regional level. Directs engineering matters with federal and state agencies, other railroads, and commuter agencies, engineering contractors, bargaining units and professional, industry and trade organizations. Responsible for all fixed facilities and related appurtenances of Amtrak owned property and property owned by other railroads and maintained by Amtrak within the Central Division for all train operations and integration of project related work. Ensures that maintenance programs and standards are uniformly implemented and controlled across the Central Division. Develops and implements practices, procedures, and inspections for engineering maintenance work. Oversees all aspects of inspection and maintenance reports required by Amtrak and the FRA. Ensures all aspects of the physical plant meet and follow current Amtrak and FRA requirements. Develops an updated condition of the infrastructure in areas of operation that are Amtrak owned.
Essential Functions
- Supports the Infrastructure Maintenance and Production Services Department by providing leadership, guidance, and direction to the Central engineering employees in all crafts and tasks involved.
- Drive improvement in safety performance of the Division through effective communication, setting goals, supporting new initiatives that reduce injuries, acknowledging good performance, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Lead and Direct the Deputy Division Engineers and/or Assistant Division Engineers responsible for maintenance of all infrastructure in the Central Division in a manner that ensures a safe and dependable environment for train operations while working within the limitations of the annual operating plan.
- Responsible to ensure the Deputy Division Engineers and their subordinates have all aspects of their infrastructure meeting or exceeding current Amtrak standards and comply with all relevant regulatory requirements and standards.
- Lead interface, on behalf of the Deputy Chief, with IPRC, Transportation, and other CAPD groups to integrate maintenance activities, force-account capital renewal work, and 3rd party construction projects to maximize track usage and force-account labor efficiency. Responsible for ensuring infrastructure safety priorities are executed while working to balance those demands against the needs of capital renewal and 3rd party construction priorities.
- Prioritizes the requests for Capital renewal submitted by division officers and develops final recommendations for the Capital Program that targets investment in critical priorities and drives improvement in the overall safety and reliability of the Division infrastructure within an approved budget.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience
- 11 years of prior relevant experience required
- Qualified, or capable of qualifying, in MW-1000, NORAC, RWP, AMT-2, and applicable FRA Rules and Regulations
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant major. (i.e. Engineering) or equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience
- 13 years of prior relevant experience required
- 8 years of relevant leadership experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Must be able to interface with all levels of employees and both external and internal customers. Demonstrated effective communication skills both written and verbal; skilled in delivering presentations to large groups of people within and outside of the organization.
- General knowledge and understanding of all engineering crafts involved in the inspection, maintenance, and construction of railroad infrastructure including but not limited to Track, Structures, Signals, and Communications
- Extensive skills in advanced leadership and management with the ability to motivate and influence others
- Demonstrated experience in planning, scheduling, and budgeting capital maintenance activities as well as business operations for the railroad
- Demonstrated knowledge and applied experience in railroad operations, operating rules, and divisional operating processes and procedures
- Possess expert level knowledge of and ability to apply Federal Railroad Regulations including Roadway Worker Protection.
- Demonstrated ability to understand and apply collective bargaining agreements.
The salary/hourly range is $179,300.00 – $232,416.00. 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 and/or long-term incentive plan compensation. In addition to your salary, Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with employer match; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; back-up care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement of education expenses; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.
Requisition ID:165950
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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We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions.
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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