Senior Mechanical Operations Leader - Rail & Asset

Rocky Mountaineer; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision care

Life Insurance

Railroad Retirement Board benefits

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Vacation time

401(k) plan

Rail passes

Job summary

Armstrong Collective seeks a Senior Manager, Mechanical to lead maintenance and operating plans for rail equipment, highway fleet, and facilities. You will drive safety, reliability, and efficiency while balancing regulatory requirements and fiscal accountability.

You will guide a high-performing team across locations, foster collaboration with host railways, contractors, and regulators, and champion continuous improvement in mechanical programs.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of railroad industry experience, including 5+ years in people leadership roles.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.
• Knowledge of FRA, AAR, and other applicable railway regulations.
• Willingness to travel frequently.
• Qualified Maintenance Person (QMP) certification and First Aid certification are assets.
• Experience with budgeting, capital planning, material management, and operational performance management.
• Schedule is Monday to Friday with occasional variations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a culture of safety, accountability, and compliance by ensuring adherence to FRA regulations.
• Oversee inspection, maintenance, and servicing programs for rail equipment and highway fleet.
• Develop and monitor maintenance programs, work orders, and performance metrics.
• Build engaged, diverse, high-performing teams and mentor staff.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies, host railways, and industry partners.
• Translate priorities into actionable plans and manage resources.
• Support major maintenance and capital projects.
• Ensure training and competency programs support compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Railway mechanical operations

Regulatory compliance

Collaboration

Communication

Project leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education in Business Management or related discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Armstrong Collective seeks a Senior Manager, Mechanical to lead maintenance and operating plans for rail equipment, highway fleet, and facilities. You will drive safety, reliability, and efficiency while balancing regulatory requirements and fiscal accountability.

You will guide a high-performing team across locations, foster collaboration with host railways, contractors, and regulators, and champion continuous improvement in mechanical programs.