Mgr Engineering - Track Compliance - 90417620 - Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA, US, 19104
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Job Summary
Oversee Amtrak’s rail neutral temperature disturbance records to ensure compliance and track locations requiring maintenance. Provide technical support to division and production forces systemwide, including field measurements and guidance on rail neutral temperature and adjustment plans. Utilize rail neutral temperature measuring instruments to assess actual track conditions. Plan capital CWR replacement projects and coordinate with construction groups. Ensure compliance with Amtrak’s Track Safety Standards throughout the system.
Essential Functions
- Maintain Amtrak’s rail neutral temperature records.
- Perform field audits for RNT measurements and compliance
- Ensure compliance with FRA Track Safety Standards.
- Provide technical support to division and production forces.
- Perform site visits and safety audits in the field.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Plus,
- 7 years of prior relevant experience required
- 9+ years of relevant experience preferred
Preferred Qualifications
- BS in Engineering or related experience.
- Experience in the areas of track inspection, maintenance and construction.
- 213.7 qualified.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of Amtrak standards (MW1000, Engineering Practices, NORAC, AMT-2) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Track Safety Standards and OSHA. Experience with Track Safety Standards 49 CFR Part 213
- M/W Track experience
- Professional Engineer’s license
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and capable of working independently.
- Demonstrated ability to interface with outside railroad or government regulatory agencies Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Prior railroad experience.
- Prior management experience.
- Experience working with RNT measuring instruments such as Pandrol Verse.
- Experience working with track compliance and FRA.
Work Environment
- Office and field work environment.
- Travel up to 75%
The salary/hourly range is $124,600.00 – $161,352.00. 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.
| Health and Wellbeing | Financial and Retirement | Work and Family Life Support |
| 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 |
Learn more about our benefits offerings here.
Requisition ID:167564
Work Arrangement:06-Onsite 4/5 Days Click here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak.
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 75%
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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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