The Track Testing Specialist will support the Infrastructure department's efforts to improve safety, increase network capacity, and advance efficiency by managing FEC’s automated track measurement systems and infrastructure management tools.

• Maximize using infrastructure management tools to organize and visualize data for team members at all levels within the Infrastructure department.
• Process and analyze defect data produced by automated inspection vehicles. 
• Provide agreement and non-agreement employees training for the infrastructure management tool.
• Craft internal processes to identify and prioritize locations for proactive maintenance and capital projects to maximize network availability.
• Coordinate movement of test cars with dispatch and transportation departments to meet FRA regulations and internal standards.
• Evaluate new technologies and providers to ensure FEC uses the appropriate tools to support safe and efficient operations.
• Engages with FRA and partners to support research initiatives.
• Work with other departments in FEC operations to support their goals to improve safety and efficiency.
• Review and update processes for equipment calibration and perform calibrations accordingly.
• Execute field audits to verify accurate and precise data from all relevant sources.
• Provide project management for test car upgrades and coordinate maintenance with FEC Mechanical.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work hours may vary in length and schedule.
• Combination of office and field work in varying weather and environmental conditions.
• Enforce safe work procedures and policies.
• Respond to unexpected emergencies.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Up to 40% travel required.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three to five years of experience in the railroad industry.

• Valid driver’s license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in maintenance on a class six railroad
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Experience with automated railway testing systems
• Experience with railway infrastructure management tools
• Adapts rapidly to changing circumstances and manages stressful situations.
• Collaborative and team-oriented; motivates others to achieve set objectives.

• Strong analytical skills.

• Excellent leadership skills: ability to manage, mentor and coach.
• Result-focused; gives clear directions and prioritizes daily tasks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Understand and apply safety standards, policies, and procedures.

• Knowledge of rail operations and physical infrastructure
• Proficient with Microsoft Office with capacity to learn other software and skills as needed.