Stacy Witbeck is seeking a High-Speed Rail Subject Matter Expert (SME) to work collaboratively with a talented, cross-functional team focused on delivering high-speed rail in the United States. The High-Speed Rail Subject Matter Expert will play a pivotal role in providing technical expertise, strategic guidance, and leadership in the planning, design, construction, and operation of high-speed rail projects in the United States. The successful candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of high-speed rail systems, technologies, regulations, and best practices, contributing to the successful execution of our projects.

Those with international high-speed rail experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

What we have to offer:

• Award-winning contractor with a dynamic business model and an excellent reputation.
• We are a 100% employee-owned company with a competitive ESOP structure.
• Company pays 100% of employee premiums for health insurance; employee pays up to $15 per week for family premiums.
• Life insurance provided by the company at 2.5 times your yearly salary
• Generous company contributions to 401k

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership:

• Provide expert guidance on all aspects of high-speed rail systems, including design and construction of track, overhead catenary systems, traction power, and signaling.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement innovative solutions that optimize the cost, constructability, operability, and maintainability of high-speed rail systems.

Project Planning and Execution:

• Contribute to the development of project plans, timelines, and budgets for high-speed rail initiatives.
• Lead technical working groups focused on defining scope elements, interfaces, and identifying innovations.
• Oversee the technical aspects of project execution, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay abreast of national and international regulations related to high-speed rail, advising the organization on compliance matters.
• Work closely with regulatory bodies to obtain necessary approvals and ensure adherence to safety and environmental standards.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, engineering firms, and contractors, to foster positive relationships and align project objectives.

Research and Development:

• Stay informed about the latest advancements in high-speed rail technology and contribute to research initiatives aimed at improving the performance and sustainability of rail systems.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering/construction management or other field relevant to HSR
• 15 years of experience in design and/or construction with 7 years of experience specific to high-speed rail preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of high-speed rail systems, technologies, and safety protocols.
• Excellent organizational management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with American and European standards for railway engineering, systems engineering and other relevant disciplines, including ISO/IEC/IEEE and EN European Standards,
• The technical expertise to evaluate means and methods of construction for track, OCS, and other high-speed rail elements based on cost, schedule, operability, maintainability, and other priorities
• Understanding of level of effort, equipment and resources required to utilize different means and methods of construction for track, OCS and other high-speed rail elements
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements.
• Ability to lead and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

NOTE:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

**At this time, no candidates presented through external staffing/recruiting agencies will be considered. Any resumes submitted to Stacy and Witbeck Inc. (SWI) will be considered the sole property of Stacy and Witbeck. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, SWI will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, SWI explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Stacy and Witbeck, Inc..