Rail Signals Engineering Leadership Trainee

Norfolk Southern Corp.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Comprehensive benefits

Pension

401k match

Paid vacation

Job summary

Norfolk Southern Corp. offers an Electrical Engineering Management Trainee program across a broad Eastern US geography. It starts January 2027 with a 44–52+ week leadership-focused training path, preparing you to supervise C&S teams and oversee railroad signaling projects.

Participants gain hands-on experience, relocate as needed, and join a comprehensive benefits package including retirement and pension programs, relocation support, and 24/7 operations readiness.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Wireless Engineering, or RF Engineering.
• Military leadership experience is highly valued.
• Ability to relocate and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 8–15 technicians with humility and trust.
• Demonstrate strong electrical operating capabilities.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and make informed decisions.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively across teams.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical operations

Team management

Travel flexibility

Education

Associates or B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Military leadership experience valued

Job description

Norfolk Southern Corp. offers an Electrical Engineering Management Trainee program across a broad Eastern US geography. It starts January 2027 with a 44–52+ week leadership-focused training path, preparing you to supervise C&S teams and oversee railroad signaling projects.

Participants gain hands-on experience, relocate as needed, and join a comprehensive benefits package including retirement and pension programs, relocation support, and 24/7 operations readiness.