Assistant Division Engineer - Vancouver, WA

BNSF Railway; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Health care options

Life and disability insurance

Parental leave

Relocation assistance

Job summary

BNSF Railway is seeking a skilled engineering leader to guide division capital maintenance, supervise field crews, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across the Vancouver, WA area. The role involves collaboration with Passenger Ops, NOC, and other stakeholders to execute maintenance programs efficiently.

Travel of 25–50% is required, with relocation possible based on business needs. This full-time position emphasizes leadership, budgeting, and adherence to FRA standards in a large

Qualifications

• Current BNSF employee with FLS Certification.
• Tier III certification from a Manager of Engineering Certification.
• Knowledge of railroad union agreements.
• Self-directed, motivated, and able to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of BNSF Engineering processes.
• Experience supervising Engineering field forces and maintenance activities.
• Ability to meet travel requirements.
• Safety-focused and able to work in safety-sensitive environments.
• Able to climb on/off equipment.
• Able to bend, walk, stand and sit for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist in directing capital maintenance across the division.
• Maintain compliance with safety rules, work practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate with Passenger Ops, NOC, Division Transportation, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and FRA standards.
• Manage budgets for the division’s workgroups and capital construction.
• Supervise the Division Roadmaster and field teams.
• Assist in division coverage for emergency response and weekend duty.
• Support Capital Construction and Capital Maintenance programs.

Skills

Effective communication

Safety-conscious

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Emergency response coordination

On-site supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

MRP/ADMP experience

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.

Job Location:

Vancouver, WA (NWE)

Anticipated Start Date:

10/01/2026

Number of Positions:

1

Salary Range:

$128,430 - $142,700

Salary Band:

31

The BNSF Railway Engineering Department is responsible for designing, constructing, and maintaining the infrastructure of our extensive rail network. This crucial role involves applying advanced engineering principles to address complex challenges, ensuring the safety and efficiency of our operations. Join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of freight transportation and make a significant contribution to one of the top railroads in North America.

This is a full-time job that is located in Vancouver, WA

Travel is required approximately 25% - 50%

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the GDLM/Division Engineers in directing the ongoing prioritization, scheduling and execution of the capital maintenance activities across the division associated with the Division construction gang.
• Responsible for maintenance activities with BNSF Service Outcome Agreement requirements.
• Responsible for communication with BNSF Passenger Ops, NOC, Division Transportation, and other stakeholders related to BNSF Maintenance activities impacting the BNSF Service Outcome Agreement.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules, work practices, labor policies, regulatory requirements and personnel hiring and training objectives across the division
• Manage capital and operating budgets for the BNSF workgroups and work program as well as Capital Construction gang.
• Supervise construction Roadmaster
• Assist in Division coverage for emergency response, Manager Weekend Duty coverage, Capital Construction program, and Capital Maintenance program.
• Ensure compliance with and consistent application of company policies (e.g., BNSF's Equal Employment Opportunity, Anti-Discrimination and Harassment Policy; applicable safety rules; union agreements; FRA standards and government regulations)
• Maintain positive working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, including working difficult issues within and across departmental boundaries and handling conflicting demands from multiple supervisors
• Make decisions and take action with consideration for a wide range of factors beyond the immediate situation and an understanding of the future desired state of the organization
• Display a high energy level, focus, and an appropriate sense of urgency for taking action and getting things accomplished based on business priorities
• Demonstrate a genuine interest in the learning and development of others by assessing individual abilities, strengths and development needs and facilitating a plan for development
• Actively promote and foster diversity within the work environment by building on differences among people as a way to promote new ideas and thinking and treating others with dignity and respect
• Daily work is conducted in an indoor/outdoor safety sensitive environment where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet), walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, working around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery.

Basic Qualifications

• Current BNSF employees with FLS Certification
• Must have obtained Tier III certification from a Manager of Engineering Certification
• Possess working knowledge of railroad union agreements
• Self-directed, motivated, and able to communicate effectively (orally or in writing) in one-on-one or group settings
• Knowledge of safe railroad operations and practices
• Safety-conscious and able to support and contribute to a strong safety process
• Commitment to establishing safer work practices toward the ultimate goal of an injury-free work environment
• Expertise in using engineering computer systems for data entry, management of the work plan and work analysis
• Knowledge of BNSF Engineering Instructions, FRA Track Safety Standards and MOW General Code of Operating Rules
• Experience in supervising Engineering field forces (Signal, Structures, Track, Roadway Equipment) and Engineering maintenance activities
• Able to work safely in the above working conditions
• Subject to being “on call” requiring response to emergencies at any time
• Weekend duty coverage
• Able to meet the above travel requirements
• Able to climb on/off equipment
• Able to bend, walk, stand and sit occasionally with breaks

Preferred Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, or related field
• Strong knowledge of BNSF Engineering processes
• MRP and/or ADMP experience
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience
• Knowledge of various accounting information systems, budgets (operating, capital and suspense authority)

At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:

• An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
• A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
• Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
• Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
• Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
• Generous leave / time off policies.
• For more information, visit Benefits.

Relocation assistance may be offered based on business needs

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position’s duties.

Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.