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Director Engineering

New England Central RR
Palmer, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/26/2026

SUMMARY:

The person in this position oversees maintenance and construction on assigned Genesee & Wyoming fixed properties. This person is responsible for the training of and enforcement of policies governing engineering and safety. A detailed knowledge of engineering policies is required and necessary to develop actions plans and coordinate company resources to assist in the completion of capital projects.



RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Be responsible for safety performance of Genesee & Wyoming engineering forces
  • Enforce Genesee & Wyoming’s safety and engineering policies

  • Oversee maintenance and construction on assigned Genesee & Wyoming fixed properties, including right of way, track, structures, buildings, and signal and communication systems

  • Provide support for roadmasters of individual properties

  • Provide assistance with maintenance planning and the development of annual capital plans

  • Request material orders and contract agreements to ensure maintenance projects are completed

  • Take emergency calls and oversee repair of damaged facilities

  • Review daily reports and material usage

  • Perform all engineering office duties

  • Provide support with expertise in FRA track standards and AREMA standard specifications

  • Provide support with applicable federal, state, and local regulations

  • Provide support with FRA roadway-worker requirements and track-worker safety

  • Oversee inspection and reports

  • Assist with planning and presenting training classes for engineering forces

  • Interact with federal, state, and local agencies

  • Travel as needed to support each individual property

  • Manage other projects and perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:



  • Fifteen years of railroad engineering experience (combined field and management positions)

  • Willingness to travel (up to 50 percent)

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Valid driver’s license


    This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting.


    Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.


Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

Benefits:

Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off

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