Asst Division Engineer

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

This position has responsibility for all aspects of managing Electric Traction (ET) infrastructure in the New York Division including ensuring safe work practices, overseeing asset inspection and maintenance processes, administrative oversight, leading the non-agreement and agreement workforces, and budgetary management. The Assistant Division Engineer ET West position requires 24/7 availability to oversee an around the clock workforce, lead the restoration of service due to railroad emergencies, and provide technical expertise to day-to-day Operations as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Drives improvement in safety performance for the New York Division (NYD) West through effective communication, direct oversight of safety activities, administration of efficiency testing, and coaching of direct and indirect reports, as appropriate.
• Maintains all ET infrastructure for NYD including preparation of plans for ET improvements including catenary, propulsion, supporting structures, etc., as required.
• Ensures all aspects of the infrastructure meet or exceed current Amtrak standards and comply with all relevant regulatory requirements and standards.
• Assists Division leadership in the development of a NYD Capital Program that targets investment in critical priorities and drives improvement in the safety and reliability of the division infrastructure.
• Plans and monitors NYD ET daily/weekly work plans to ensure proper prioritization, efficient utilization of limited resources (including track usage, force account, equipment, etc.), and effective execution of the work.
• Oversees all administrative activities of the Division including, but not limited to, accident/incident investigation, payroll and time-entry management, workforce scheduling, operating and capital budgeting, safety management, inspection scheduling and compliance, and monitoring procurement status of materials, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or Construction Management required OR equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience may beconsidered in lieu of a degree
• Qualified or possess sufficient experience to be qualified in:  NORAC, RWP, AMT II, and applicable FRA Regulations.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience in right of way inspection, maintenance, and construction.
• Demonstrated experience in planning/scheduling, budget/finance, field production methods, railroad operations, maintenance and construction methods.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• 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.
• Expert level knowledge and experience in all facets of Electric Traction inspection, maintenance, and construction, as well as working knowledge of other crafts involved.
• Demonstrated knowledge and applied experience in railroad operations, operating rules, and divisional operating processes and procedures.
• Possess knowledge of and ability to apply Federal Railroad Regulations including Roadway Worker Protection and Amtrak’s AMT II.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills both written and verbal; skilled in delivering presentations within and outside of the organization.
• Demonstrated skill and ability utilizing effective time management and delegating work to others.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and apply collective bargaining agreements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master of Science Degree in Engineering or Construction Management, with a minimum of 9 years of experience.
• 7 years of relevant experience.
• Held craft positions(s) performing ET inspection, maintenance, and construction.
• Leadership experience in the following areas: technical and craft supervision.

WORK ENVRIORNMENT:

• Position is responsible for 24/7 operation.
• Available to work at various times to support railroad operations as needed including nights and weekends.
• Combination of office and field environment working in all weather conditions.
• Travel:  45%.

COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: 

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

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