Sr Field Electrical Engineer - 90382568 - New York

Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the United States through its passenger railroad services. The Sr Field Electrical Engineer will help develop and manage Electric Traction commissioning processes, review project documentation, support audits, and ensure compliance with safety standards and approved engineering practices.

Responsibilities

Assisting with Creating, developing, and managing the System ET Commissioning Process

Reviewing in-service commissioning documents ensuring they align with current ET standards and approved project drawings

Assisting with the ET Aerial Program

Assisting with performing ET field safety audits and ET field project audits

Assisting with the review and creation of ET Engineering Practices

Preferred

10 years demonstrated experience with railroad electric traction systems

8+ years of relevant experience preferred

Demonstrated interest or competency in the railroad industry

Previous industry experience (internships, co-op, professional)

Demonstrated experience in design/construction

Demonstrated experience in Drafting tools, such as AutoCAD

Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks

Project Management Certification

Engineering in Training (EIT) Certification

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience

10 years demonstrated experience with railroad electric traction systems.

Railroad Electric Traction Systems

Railroad Industry Experience

Construction

AutoCAD Drafting

Engineering-in-Training Certification

Electrical Engineering

Multitasking

Railroad Industry Interest

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Wellness Programs

Health Savings Account

No-cost Personal Health Advocate

Medical Plan Opt-out Credit

401K with Employer Match

Railroad Retirement Benefits

Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

Student Loan Assistance

Tuition and Education Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance

No-cost Financial Advisor Sessions

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Caregiving Days and Backup Care

Fertility and Family Building Benefits

Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance

Paid Family Leave

Rail Pass Privileges

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter and Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance

Position works 4 days in the office (Moynihan Train Station) with 1 day remote.

Company

Intercity passenger rail transportation across the U.S.

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

https://www.amtrak.com/

Founded in 1971

10001+ employees

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree required or equivalent combination of training, education or relevant experience mya be considered in lieu of a degree

6 years of prior relevant experience required

Must have demonstrated experience in ET maintenance and construction

Must have knowledge of Electric Traction Department Construction Standards, Electric Traction Standard Operating Instructions, AMT-2, Norac and RWP.Business acumen

Knowledge and ability to apply problem solving approaches

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, 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 efficiency

Position may be required to work extended hours, including limited night and weekend activities

Position works 4 days in the office ( Moyniman Train Station ) with 1 day remote

Position is based out of NY but could involve 25% travel to various points on the Amtrak System (Boston to Wash DC and Philadelphia to Harrisburg)

Office and field environment

Demonstrate ability to work unsupervised and produce work product

10 years demonstrated experience with railroad electric traction systems

8+ years of relevant experience preferred

Demonstrated interest or competency in the railroad industry

Previous industry experience (internships, co-op, professional)

Demonstrated experience in design/construction

Demonstrated experience in Drafting tools, such as AutoCAD

Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks

Project Management Certification

Engineering in Training (EIT) Certification

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience

Required skills

Represents the skills you have, click on the tags, Railroad Electric Traction Systems, Electric Traction Maintenance and Construction, Electric Traction Construction Standards, Electric Traction Standard Operating Instructions, AMT-2, NORAC Operating Rules, Roadway Worker Protection (RWP), Project Management Certification, Engineering in Training (EIT) Certification

Preferred skills

8+ years of relevant experience preferred, Demonstrated interest or competency in the railroad industry, Demonstrated experience in design/construction, Demonstrated experience in Drafting tools, such as AutoCAD, Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks

Experience

6+ years