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Senior Engineering Manager – Tracks

Engineering ManagerEngineering ManagerFull TimeRemoteTeam 10,001+Since 1990H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

California

Posted

28 days ago

Salary

$150K - $277K / year

Bachelor Degree10 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Provide expert leadership on all permanent way (track) matters for high-speed rail infrastructure, including slab track and ballasted track systems • Develop and implement track asset management strategies aligned with high-speed operational requirements and lifecycle cost optimization • Establish engineering standards, specifications, and procedures in compliance with international HSR norms (e.g., EN, UIC, ISO, AREMA) • Review and approve track design submissions, method statements, and technical calculations from designers and contractors • Ensure integration of track systems with civil works, structures, electrification (OHE), signaling, and rolling stock interfaces • Ensure effective system integration and compatibility with operational performance, safety, and maintainability requirements • Oversee Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and ensure interface risks are identified and managed by delivery partners • Provide technical guidance on track geometry, alignment tolerances, vibration mitigation, noise control, and track-structure interaction • Oversee track construction and installation activities, including slab track, turnouts, expansion joints, and special trackworks • Provide engineering assurance during track construction to confirm compliance with approved designs, specifications, and quality requirements • Review and accept construction methodologies, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and quality documentation submitted by contractors • Undertake site surveillance, audits, and technical inspections to verify construction quality and adherence to standards • Review and disposition non-conformances and technical change requests affecting permanent way systems • Resolve technical issues arising during construction and provide engineering solutions to maintain progress and quality • Define maintenance regimes and inspection standards for high-speed track infrastructure • Oversee predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance strategies using condition monitoring and data analytics • Approve maintenance plans, possession strategies, and renewal programs to ensure network availability and safety • Ensure all track activities comply with railway safety management systems, statutory regulations, and certification requirements • Lead hazard identification, risk assessments, and safety assurance activities related to permanent way systems • Monitor track performance indicators such as geometry quality, ride comfort, availability, and degradation trends • Investigate track-related incidents or performance issues and implement corrective and preventive actions • Manage track-related contracts, consultants, and specialist suppliers • Liaise with internal offices, construction operations and maintenance, safety, designers, and contractors on track engineering matters • Support procurement activities by defining technical requirements and evaluating bids • Act as the primary technical interface between the designers, contractors, and operators on permanent way matters

Job Requirements

  • BA/BS + 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership
  • Chartered Engineer or equivalent professional certification
  • Experience in both construction and operational phases of high-speed rail projects
  • Familiarity with digital track monitoring systems and asset management platforms
  • Advanced technical expertise in permanent way engineering
  • Strategic thinking and decision-making
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Excellent stakeholder and communication skills
  • High level of safety awareness and regulatory knowledge.

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • life
  • AD&D
  • disability benefits
  • paid time off
  • leaves of absences
  • voluntary benefits
  • perks
  • flexible work options
  • well-being resources
  • employee assistance program
  • business travel insurance
  • service recognition awards
  • retirement savings plan
  • employee stock purchase plan

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