Reference #: 1115634400Your success is a train ride away!As we move America's workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.

　　Are you ready to join our team?Our values of 'Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First' are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, 'Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security' are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak. By living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future.

　　SUMMARY OF DUTIES:This position is responsible for developing and updating Amtrak's current electrification standards and specifications, coordinating hardware with fabricators, suppliers, and/or vendors, and updating Amtrak's Material Management System to support Division construction services personnel.

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:* Review engineering designs prepared by outside consultants for projects to be constructed on Amtrak property on behalf of outside third parties to ensure compliance with industry and Amtrak standards.* Provide technical expertise to other departments and make engineering decisions for Division Engineers and their staffs.* Lead the development of the new electrical standards and develop prototype catenary equipment with manufacturers for use on the 25 Hz system and the 60 Hz system.* Evaluate existing standards and specifications to identify areas for improvement or updates to align with industry advancements.* Develop and update Amtrak's electrification standards to address project requirements and resolve any construction issues for Division, SOGR, and Capital Construction projects.* Coordinate with Procurement to update Amtrak's electrification cut sheets, preferred fabricators/vendors, standard drawings, and specifications to aid in the acquisition of hardware and materials.* Coordinate with Division leadership and personnel to address hardware related inquiries, provide clarifications, and resolve conflicts related to standards interpretation or implementation.* Conduct regular reviews and updates of existing standards to reflect emerging technologies, fabricator/vendor changes, industry best practices, and regulatory changes.* Review and approve material submissions, alternative hardware substitution, and non-standard electrification assemblies to ensure operational maintenance, fit up, and feasibility.* Execute and/or manage in-house and consultant catenary related design projects.* Stay updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, fabricator/vendor changes, and best practices related to the standards domain.* Developing and updating long lead time material list to allow for proper planning.* Represent the department in relevant industry forums, conferences, and committees related to Amtrak's electrification standards and design approach.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:* Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or related fields.* Demonstrated experience in planning, scheduling, and project management.* Demonstrated experience in design of catenary, and single line transmission lines.* Demonstrated management experience in a matrix organization.* Demonstrated experience in construction related quality control and assurance.

　　MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:* 5-7 years of related experience in standard development or catenary design.* Must have excellent oral and written communication skills* Profic ent in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, and AutoCAD.* Must be computer literate and capable of writing computer programs or spreadsheet programs to streamline processes.* Proficient or capable of learning Primavera, Work Element Explorer

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:* Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering or related field.* Extensive experience in design of OCS and Transmission systems and other Electric Traction facilities* Extensive experience in developing standards and coordinating with electrification vendors.* Experience working with common quality standards and frameworks (ie. ISO 9000, Lean, Six Sigma, etc...)* Previous experience coordinating with vendors and assessment of hardware fit up.

　　WORK ENVIRONMENT:* Based in Philadelphia, PA* Travel Requirements: Up to 25%* Office and field work environments

　　COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

　　PAY TRANSPARENCY:The salary/hourly range is$103, 000 - $134,460.Payis based on several factors including butnot limited to education, work experience,certifications,internal equity,etc. Depending on anemployee's assigned worksite orlocation, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to beapplied to the employee's basesalary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and payprograms to recognize and rewardour employees, including a short-term incentive bonusbased upon factors such as individualand company performance that is commensurate withthe level of the position and/or long-term incentive plan compensation. In addition to yoursalary, Amtrak offers acomprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, andvision plans; health savingsaccounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401Kretirement plan withemployer match; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance;paid time off; back-up care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement ofeducation expenses;Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sicknessand retirementbenefits; and rail pass privileges. Learn more about our benefitsofferings.Requisition ID:160724Posting Location(s):PennsylvaniaJob Family/Function:EngineeringRelocation Offered:YesTravel Requirements:Up to 25%

　　You power our progress through your performance.

　　We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions.

　　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 t