Sr Electrical Engineer - 90364950 - Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA, US, 19104
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Job Summary
The Sr. Electrical Engineer serves as a key contributor in advancing the safety, compliance, and operational excellence of System ET. This role is responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives through the development, administration, and oversight of critical safety, qualification, and quality assurance programs. By leveraging data analytics, regulatory expertise, and process improvement methodologies, the specialist ensures organizational compliance while identifying opportunities to enhance workforce performance and reduce operational risk.
Essential Functions
- Lead the development, administration, and continuous improvement of the ET Annual Qualification Review program to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational standards.
- Serve as the subject matter expert and administrator for Comply365, managing workflows, document control, user support, and system enhancements.
- Develop, maintain, enhance, and deliver ET Congress content and learning materials to support workforce development and knowledge retention.
- Analyze qualifications, audits, investigations, and operational data to identify trends, emerging risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Assist in the development of dashboards, reports, and performance metrics that provide actionable insights to leadership regarding safety performance, compliance, and workforce qualifications.
- Prepare, review, and publish Electric Traction Safety Alerts, ensuring timely communication of lessons learned, significant events, and preventative actions throughout the organization.
- Assist in conducting AMT-2 rule violation investigations, including evidence collection, interviews, root cause analysis, documentation, and recommendations for corrective actions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- 6 years of prior relevant experience required
- Experience writing, revising, and maintaining Standard Operating Instructions (SOIs), Engineering Practices (EPs), technical manuals, and safety procedures.
- Knowledge of railroad, utility, electrical distribution, traction power, or transportation infrastructure systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated interest or competency in the railroad industry.
- Experience with Comply365
- 8+ years of relevant experience preferred
- Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Experience writing and publishing ET Safety Alerts and other technical safety communications.
- Experience developing and managing Annual Qualification Review (AQR) programs.
- Experience developing dashboards and reports using data visualization and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI or similar platforms).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical information into clear, actionable guidance.
- Thorough understanding of Electric Traction operating rules, safety programs, quality assurance principles, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Must have experience in reviewing Annual Qualifications
- Must have knowledge of Electric Traction Department Construction Standards, Electric Traction Standard Operating Instructions, AMT-2, Norac and RWP or ability to obtain
- Demonstrated experience conducting AMT-2 rule violation investigations and applying root cause analysis methodologies.
- Comply 365 experience in site background. (posting, rule changing, safety alerts, compliance)
- Strong Business Acumen
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Platforms
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, collaborate across departments, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong analytical skills with experience tracking trends, interpreting performance metrics, and presenting findings to leadership.
- Advanced knowledge and administration of Comply365, including document management and workflow processes.
Work Environment
- 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 and Philadelphia to Harrisburg)
- Office and field environment.
- High mental demand for resolving critical issues that arise
The salary/hourly range is $103,700.00 – $134,460.00. 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:166935
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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