Assistant Production Engineer

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SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Provides technical, logistical, and administrative support to the Manager Engineering Production for the efficient and cost-effective management of large-scale construction/production work on the right of way. Work in both the office and in the field in all types of weather conditions to support a 24/7 operation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Observe field activities to ensure conformance with safety protocols. Correct activities that do not conform and advise supervision when necessary. Report observations to the Manager Engineering Production and assist in driving improvement in the overall safety culture. Implements safety work plans for the prevention & elimination of personal injuries and hazardous conditions on Amtrak property and the right-of-way.
• Oversight of numerous work activities. Assists in the planning and execution of projects to meet the defined scope, schedule, and budget.
• Responsible for QA/QC of project work to ensure final product follows all FRA- and Amtrak-mandated requirements and provides a safe and dependable environment for all train operations.
• Coordinate track maintenance and/or construction projects with other internal and external departments. Schedule appropriate labor force levels.
• Efficiently plan work and allocate resources to ensure timely accomplishment of tasks.
• Assist in the planning, procurement and tracking of all materials.
• Assist in the development of Site-Specific Safety Work Plans and Emergency Response Plans.
• Responsible for tracking and timely reporting of daily production.
• Assist with incident and injury investigations, including development of mitigations to prevent future recurrence.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent work experience and training in position of similar capacity.
• Qualified or possess sufficient experience to be qualified in: MW-1000, NORAC, RWP, AMT-2, applicable FRA Rules & Regulations.
• Must be able to interface with all levels of employees and both external and internal customers.
• Must be skilled and experienced with MS Office, creating spreadsheets, presentations, memorandums, and utilizing other applications to perform job functions.
• Demonstrated experience in all facets of Track inspection, maintenance, and construction including but not limited to rail/CWR, ties, timbers, and track panels as well as working knowledge of other crafts involved.
• Demonstrated knowledge and applied experience in railroad operations, operating rules, and railroad production work procedures.
• Possess knowledge of and ability to apply Federal Railroad Regulations including Roadway Worker Protection and those pertaining to 49 CFR 213.118 and Track Safety Standards.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed Professional Engineer or ability to acquire.
• Held craft positions(s) performing Track inspection, maintenance, and construction.
• Five years of experience in railroad operations within the Engineering Department.

COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

Requisition ID: 116948
Posting Location(s): Pennsylvania; Delaware; New Jersey
Job Family/Function: Engineering
Relocation Offered: Yes
Travel Requirements: Up to 25%

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We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job – we want it to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging and rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, competitive pay, benefits that protect you and your family and a high performance culture that recognizes and values your contributions and helps you reach your career goals.

All positions require pre-employment background check verification, a pre-employment drug screen and proof of full vaccination against COVID -19. Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. Marijuana, notwithstanding any statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Candidates who engage in the usage of marijuana will not be qualified for hire. Successful applicants for employment with Amtrak must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the date of hire as a condition of employment, subject to requests for accommodation. Fully vaccinated means 14 days have elapsed since receiving the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or 14 days since receiving the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

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.

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.

POSTING NOTES: Engineering | Engineering & Mechanical

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $108,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekend availability

Work Location: On the road