US Rail Operations Lead

Hatch Ltd.; Hartford (VT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing

Engaging work environment

Think globally, work locally

Job summary

Hatch Ltd. in White River Junction, VT is seeking a US Rail Operations Lead to manage technical rail projects and lead teams in delivering analyses such as travel time and capacity improvements. You will develop new work with clients and travel to sites as needed.

With 10+ years in rail operations, bid leadership experience, and knowledge of rail systems, you will mentor staff and ensure high-quality reports while collaborating across our infrastructure practice.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years’ practical industry experience in rail operations, including service planning, feasibility studies.
• Experience leading bids and proposals for new work with clients.
• Familiarity with rail simulation tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as project manager and lead teams in executing technical projects and deliverables.
• Develop studies such as travel time, capacity, and line optimization analyses.
• Travel to client sites and attend conferences.
• Mentor junior staff and perform quality reviews.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams on solutions.

Skills

Rail operations

Project management

Business development

Rail simulation software

Fleet planning

Job description

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US Rail Operations Lead

Date: Aug 5, 2026

Location: White River Junction, VT, US

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID:100774

Location:White River Junction,VT,United States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you!

Hatch, one of the nation’s most respected consultants to the railroad and rail transit industries is seeking aRail Operations Lead in our White River Junction, VT office to join our growing team.

As US Rail Operations Lead, you will:

• Serve as project manager and lead teams in executing technical projects and producing technical deliverables. Example studies that you may lead include analyses of travel time, rail system capacity, network improvements, traction power system performance and control line optimization.
• Manage the development of new work with clients
• Travel to client sites and attend conferences.
• Author technical reports, mentor junior staff, and perform quality reviews.

You bring to the role:

• At least 10 years’ practical industry experience in rail operations, including service planning, feasibility studies, and alternatives evaluation.
• Experience in leading business development efforts, bids, and proposals.
• Prior experience and knowledge of using rail simulation software such as Berkeley Simulation Systems’ RTC, or OpenTrack is desired but not required.
• Experience in fleet planning and O&M cost estimates.
• Experience with rail operating rules development/interpretation and/or transportation systems management is desirable.
• Broad interdisciplinary knowledge of rail systems, including power, track, signals, operations, scheduling, and vehicles.)
• Excellent written and oral communications skills, including the ability to engage with clients and public stakeholders
• Willingness to travel
• Ability to work well in a team that is passionately committed to the pursuit of positive change.
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• The opportunity to shape the future of transporation
• Contribute to projects which reduce global carbon-emissions and congestion

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation.

What we offer you?

• Engaging work environment
• Think globally, work locally
• Profit Sharing

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

Base Compensation: $110,000 - $140,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

Hatch is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of our employees. This includes:

• Health and Welfare benefits: Top-tier medical coverage (one plan with no employee premium required), prescription drug, dental, vision; flexible spending accounts and a health savings account (with a generous employer contribution); life, accident, and disability insurance; employee assistance program (EAP), employee wellness program
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match of 50% per dollar up to 6%, fully vested after three years; additional 3% in profit-sharing contribution after one year of employment (immediately vested)
• Paid Time Away from Work: 3-4 weeks of vacation based on experience and company discretion, prorated in the 1st year based on hire date (up to 2.5 weeks can be carried over per year); 10 paid holidays; 10 sick days per calendar year, with the ability to carry-over sick time to a maximum of 40 days to be used for future FMLAqualifying events; Partial Paid Parental leave up to 12 weeks for birth parents and 4 weeks for non-birth parents

The benefits listed above apply to US-based, full-time permanent applicants only. Hatch reserves the right to change plans at its discretion.