Associate Engineer - 90339853 - Philadelphia

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SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

This entry level ‘Associate Engineer – Catenary Design’ role will be part of the Capital Delivery Department with a focus on Electric Traction Engineering Design projects throughout the Northeast Corridor. Emphasis will be on the Catenary System Infrastructure renewal and replacement.

Assists experienced structural engineers in developing studies, plans, specifications, calculations, performance assessments, integrated systems analysis, cost estimates, budgets, associated with the planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of Amtrak’s Electrification Infrastructure. Provides analytical support to the department, as it relates to the railroad Transmission network and Overhead Catenary System.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in reviews of engineering designs prepared by outside consultants for projects to be constructed on Amtrak property to ensure compliance with industry and Amtrak standards
• Assists experienced engineers in planning, design/construction, scheduling, and cost estimation of large-scale electrification projects
• Assists in structural analysis of electrification infrastructure
• Assists in construction and field-related decision making
• Assists in asset management and State of Good Repair program
• Assists Operations and Quality teams as needed
• Assists in establishment of Transmission and Catenary design standards
• Assists in drafting of railroad as-built conditions
• Evaluates effectiveness of current technical systems and processes

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering
• Knowledge of engineering designs, principles, and practices
• Zero to two years of professional engineering experience

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to analyze and interpret complex systems.
• Knowledge and ability to apply problem solving approaches and engineering theory
• Organized, self-starter, motivated individual
• Excellent team player; strong communications and interpersonal skills
• Must have proven leadership experience
• Must be computer literate and capable of writing computer programs or spreadsheet programs to streamline design time efficiency

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated interest or competency in the railroad industry 
• Previous industry experience (internships, co-op, professional)
• Demonstrated experience in Structural Steel and Concrete design/construction
• Demonstrated experience in Drafting tools, such as AutoCAD
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks
• Engineering in Training (EIT) Certification

WORK ENVRIORNMENT:

• Position may be required to work extended hours, including limited night and weekend activities.
• Limited travel to various points on the Amtrak System (Boston to Wash DC)
• Occasional exposure to elements in the field

COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: 

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The salary/hourly range is $72,000-$93,312. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, internal equity, 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:163705
Posting Location(s):Pennsylvania

Work Arrangement:06-Onsite Click here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak. 
Job Family/Function:Engineering 
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.

Amtrak is an EOE/Affirmative Action Minority/Female employer, and we welcome all to apply. We consider candidates regardless of race/color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), national origin/ethnicity, age, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.