Rail Track Safety & Maintenance Lead

CSX; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CSX in Detroit is seeking a field-based Supervisor, Railroad Engineering Operations to inspect and maintain track structures and ROW in compliance with CSX and FRA standards. You will supervise track forces, plan workloads, and ensure safety and quality across the division.

You will lead safety programs, oversee budget and procurement, and coordinate with multiple departments while driving on-the-ground improvements and timely project completion.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree/2-year degree required.
• High School Diploma/GED accepted with supervisory experience.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred for advanced roles.
• 1+ year supervisory experience in Railroad Engineering Ops preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage safe and efficient work conditions.
• Plan work and allocate resources for timely tasks.
• Inspect production gang work and track construction for quality.
• Monitor track inspections to meet FRA and CSX requirements.
• Correct defects found by geometry cars and rail test cars within timeframes.
• Communicate across departments and agencies.
• Coach and develop team performance and safety.
• Manage budget, overtime, and material procurement.
• Conduct engineering activities at derailments and disasters.
• Perform efficiency and operational tests.
• Undertake miscellaneous tasks as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Railroad knowledge

FRA regulatory standards

Track maintenance

Curve design theory

Derailment investigations

Track inspections

Education

Associate's Degree/2-year Degree

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree/4-year Degree

Tools

CSX ITIS

CSX Geometry Exceptions Management System (GEMS)

Job description

CSX in Detroit is seeking a field-based Supervisor, Railroad Engineering Operations to inspect and maintain track structures and ROW in compliance with CSX and FRA standards. You will supervise track forces, plan workloads, and ensure safety and quality across the division.

You will lead safety programs, oversee budget and procurement, and coordinate with multiple departments while driving on-the-ground improvements and timely project completion.