Sr/Field Electrical Engineer - 90365107 - New York

Amtrak; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Rail Pass Privileges

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Amtrak in New York is seeking a Sr/Field Electrical Engineer to support the Communication and Signals Department, focusing on safety, FRA compliance testing, maintenance, and repairs in all weather, 24/7 operations.

The role requires leadership, project-management skills, knowledge of railroad operations, and proficiency with MS Office. Office and field work are expected, with readiness for emergencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent
• Minimum of 6 years of experience
• In lieu of education, 10 years of relevant experience
• Must be qualified in Amtrak’s RWP, NORAC, AMT2, AMT 23/27
• Demonstrated leadership interfacing with all levels

Responsibilities

• Ensures safe work practices and Amtrak policies are enforced
• Directs FRA inspection and maintenance activities within the territory
• Ensures regulatory inspections comply with policies and CFR
• Provides expert knowledge in signal inspection, maintenance, construction
• Plans and implements maintenance and state of good repair programs

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety focus

Stakeholder management

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent

Master’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Sr/Field Electrical Engineer - 90365107 - New York

Date: Sep 14, 2026

Location: New York, NY, US, 10001

Company: Amtrak

Your 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.

This position is a tiered position. Incumbents will have a position level assigned based on their skills andexperience, and in alignment with position development plans. Position placement is at Amtrak’s sole andabsolute discretion.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

The Sr. Field Engineer assists in the management of the day-to-day operations of the Communication and Signals(C&S) Department. This includes focusing on safe work practices, FRA mandated compliance testing,maintenance, and repairs. Daily tasks will include responsibilities in both the office and the field in all types ofweather conditions to support a 24/7 operation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensures safe work practices are adhered to and Amtrak policies and procedures are enforced.
• Directs the C&S department's resources and responsibilities for all FRA inspection and maintenance activitieswithin the territory.
• Ensures regulatory inspections are compliant with Amtrak policies and the FRA CFR.
• Expert level knowledge and experience in all facets of Signal inspection, maintenance, and constructionincluding but not limited to the installation of new Signal construction, micro lock conversion and supportingnew track infrastructure projects. Observes field activities to ensure conformance with safety protocols.
• Participates in the planning and implementation of both maintenance and state of good repair programs forthe C&S Department.
• Communicates with the system design office and provides technical support in the field for all maintenanceand construction activities.
• Remains available 24/7 to respond to Infrastructure needs, service disruptions, investigations, and discipline.
• Participates in Amtrak’s audit processes.
• Must have knowledge of current collective bargaining agreements (ARASA and BRS).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent work experience and training in position of similar capacity,
• Minimum of 6 years of experience.
• In lieu of education, a minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience.
• Must be qualified in: Amtrak’s RWP, NORAC, AMT2, AMT 23/ 27.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and ability to interface with all levels of employees, and external andinternal customers.
• Demonstrated knowledge and applied experience in railroad operations, operating rules, and divisionaloperating processes and procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of project management including scheduling, budgeting, estimating, andcoordinating efforts with other technical disciplines.
• Must be proficient with MS Office, creating spreadsheets, presentations, memorandums, and utilizing otherapplications to perform job functions.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess strategic and tactical skills required for planning and executing complex project work.
• Strong leadership required, encompassing effective communication, motivation, and team building/teamperformance skills.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Possess strategic and tactical skills required for planning and executing complex project work.
• Strong leadership required, encompassing effective communication, motivation, and team building/team performance skills.
• Strong Safety Focus.
• Ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work under tight time constrains, pressure, and multiple priorities.
• Ability to quickly react properly to situational changes.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent work experience and training in position of similar capacity.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience.
• In lieu of education, a minimum of 12 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience.
• Master’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent work experience and training in
  position of similar capacity with a minimum of 6 years’ experience.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience.
• In lieu of education, a minimum of 7 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of
  education, training, and work experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer or ability to acquire.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Combination of Office and field (primary) environment.
• Position is subject to respond to emergencies in all weather conditions 24/7.
• Position is planned to be routinely scheduled on third shift during the overnight.

The salary/hourly range is 110,000 for the Field Engineer and 122,000 for the Sr Field Engineer. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. Depending on an employee’s assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee’s base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

Health and Wellbeing Financial and Retirement Work and Family Life Support

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401K with Employer Match Generous Paid Time Off

Wellness Programs Railroad Retirement Benefits Paid Caregiving Days and Backup Care

Health Savings Account Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Fertility and Family Building Benefits

No-cost Personal Health Advocate Student Loan Assistance Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance

Medical Plan Opt-out Credit Tuition and Education Reimbursement Paid Family Leave

Life Insurance Rail Pass Privileges

Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program

No-cost Financial Advisor Sessions Commuter and Flexible Spending Accounts

Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Requisition ID:167150

Work Arrangement:06-Onsite 4/5 Days

Relocation Offered:No

Travel Requirements:Up to 50%

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 to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. §1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.

Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Amtrak is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/color, to include traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hairstyles such as braids, locks and twists, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, such as lactation), national origin/ethnicity, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information