Sr Field Electrical Engineer - Traction Power - 90382568 - New York

Amtrak; New York (NY); On-site; USD 104,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K with Employer Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Rail Pass Privileges

Wellness Programs

Tuition and Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Amtrak is seeking a Sr Field Electrical Engineer - Traction Power in New York to lead commissioning processes and ensure ET standards across major capital projects. You will collaborate with the Capital Delivery Team to manage commissioning checklists, review milestone documents, and improve document control while prioritizing safety.

The role requires broad experience in ET maintenance, drafting (AutoCAD), and project auditing, with travel up to 25% and four in-office days per week at Moyniman

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; equivalent considered.
• 6 years of relevant experience required.
• 10 years experience with railroad electric traction systems (preferred).
• Engineering in Training (EIT) Certification is beneficial.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent may be required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the System ET Commissioning Process.
• Review in-service commissioning documents for ET standards and drawings.
• Assist with the ET Aerial Program and ET field safety audits.
• Assist with ET Engineering Practices reviews and creations.
• Support documentation organization and project audits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Team player

Programming in spreadsheets/automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

EIT Certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

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Sr Field Electrical Engineer - Traction Power - 90382568 - New York

Date: Oct 23, 2026

Location: New York, NY, US, 10119

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.

Job Summary

In this position you will be a key player in elevating the System ET and Quality Assurance team’s commissioning processes. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage your expertise to develop and manage the commissioning process, utilizing ET standards to create task‑specific commissioning sheets, work practices, and procedures. Your work will not only streamline processes but also prioritize safety every step of the way.

You’ll collaborate closely with the Capital Delivery Team to oversee the creation, distribution, and collection of commissioning checklists, ensuring that major capital projects meet all necessary commissioning requirements. Your sharp eye for detail will be crucial as you review milestone and in‑service commissioning documents, ensuring they align with current ET standards and approved project drawings.

Additionally, you’ll play a critical role in enhancing our document organization and tracking systems, making sure that all project documentation is meticulously managed and easily accessible. You’ll also assist in performing project and safety audits, ensuring the accuracy and compliance of task‑specific commissioning procedures.

This is more than just a job—it's an opportunity to shape the future of our processes and contribute to the safety and success of major projects.

Essential Functions

• Assisting with Creating, developing, and managing the System ET Commissioning Process.
• Reviewing in-service commissioning documents ensuring they align with current ET standards and approved project drawings.
• Assisting with the ET Aerial Program
• Assisting with performing ET field safety audits and ET field project audits.
• Assisting with the review and creation of ET Engineering Practices

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required or equivalent combination of training, education or relevant experience mya be considered in lieu of a degree. Plus,
• 6 years of prior relevant experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years demonstrated experience with railroad electric traction systems.
• 8+ years of relevant experience preferred
• Demonstrated interest or competency in the railroad industry.
• Previous industry experience (internships, co‑op, professional)
• Demonstrated experience in design/construction.
• Demonstrated experience in Drafting tools, such as AutoCAD.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks.
• Project Management Certification
• Engineering in Training (EIT) Certification
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have demonstrated experience in ET maintenance and construction.
• Must have knowledge of Electric Traction Department Construction Standards, Electric Traction Standard Operating Instructions, AMT-2, Norac and RWP.Business acumen
• Knowledge and ability to apply problem solving approaches.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, self‑starter, motivated individual
• Excellent team player; strong communications and interpersonal skills
• Must have proven leadership experience.
• Must be computer literate and capable of writing computer programs or spreadsheet programs to streamline efficiency.
• Position may be required to work extended hours, including limited night and weekend activities.
• Position works 4 days in the office ( Moyniman Train Station ) with 1 day remote.
• Position is based out of NY but could involve 25% travel to various points on the Amtrak System (Boston to Wash DC and Philadelphia to Harrisburg)
• Office and field environment.
• Demonstrate ability to work unsupervised and produce work product.
• High mental demand for resolving critical issues that arise

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The salary/hourly range is $103,700.00 – $134,460.00. 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:167275

Work Arrangement:06-Onsite 4/5 Days Click here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak. Relocation Offered:No Travel Requirements:Up to 25%

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, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.