[Hiring] Senior Subject Matter Expert - Railway Vehicles (Implementation Management) @DB E.C.O.

Role Description

The Senior Subject Matter Expert - Railway Vehicles (Implementation Management) will support railway vehicle procurement and rebuild projects, covering locomotives, multiple units, and rail cars, associated infrastructure, and interface management. This role involves managing all phases of rolling stock procurement and integration, from concept through commissioning and regulatory compliance.

• Lead procurement and delivery of passenger rail vehicles, focusing on battery powertrains and hydrogen fuel cell hybrids.
• Manage rolling stock engineering projects from concept to completion in passenger rail and transit, including new vehicle procurement and modifications to existing equipment.
• Manage technical programs to enable successful novel powertrain vehicle deployment, including associated infrastructure such as fueling and charging, maintenance facilities, and right-of-way modifications.
• Lead stakeholder engagements to support new vehicle procurements and associated infrastructure.
• Manage hazard and risk processes associated with new vehicle introduction, infrastructure equipment, and operational hazard analyses.
• Support funding acquisition for projects, such as grant applications to state and federal agencies.
• Support teams, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery of vehicles to the specified quality level.
• Participate in design reviews to ensure that the design is fit for purpose, meets client requirements, safe, and maintainable over the life cycle.
• Implement QA/QC procedures to review rolling stock and infrastructure builder designs, construction, and testing.
• Support client relations, marketing activities, scope development, and contract negotiations.
• Manage project lifecycle activities: planning, budgeting, scheduling, and contract administration.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering teams and ensure compliance with Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations and alternative propulsion concurrence.
• Oversee testing, commissioning, and readiness for revenue service of new rolling stock and associated infrastructure.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement, including Technical Advisory Group meetings and coordination with clients, railroads, and transit agencies.
• Provide quality assurance services, including audits and inspections at manufacturing facilities and on customer premises.
• Draft, edit, and review technical specifications, maintenance manuals, and compliance documentation.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or related field and experience with rail vehicle procurements and rebuilds.
• 10 years or more of experience in rail vehicle procurement and rebuild projects.
• Experience with zero-emission rail vehicle procurement and implementation in the U.S. is essential.
• Experience working with passenger railway operators and railway vehicle owners, including State transportation departments, rail commissions/authorities, and transportation authorities.
• Experience with regulatory bodies, including the FRA and FTA in relation to rail vehicles, hazard and risk analyses, and alternative propulsion concurrence.
• Proven track record in managing complex rail vehicle procurement and integration projects, including associated infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of FRA compliance, regulatory, and alternative propulsion concurrence processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Requirements

• Ability to work at a computer workstation for periods up to 4 hours at a time.
• Ability to speak on the telephone for a total of up to 3 hours per day.
• Ability to sit for up to 3 hours without breaks at meetings.
• Ability to walk and stand for up to 4 hours without breaks at program site visits and meetings.
• Ability to inspect rail vehicles at facilities, which may include pits, platforms, and vehicles in various states of completion.
• Ability to inspect construction progress of infrastructure supporting rail vehicle implementation.

Benefits

• Annual gross salary between $161,000 and $188,000 + bonus for full-time employment, depending on professional qualifications and experience.
• Medical Insurance: Multiple options - Low to High Deductible plans.
• Dental & Vision.
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Life & AD&D Insurance, Short-term, and Long-term Disability: Company-paid.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their household members.
• Commuter Benefits: Use tax-free money to pay for eligible transit and parking expenses.
• Parental Paid Leave.
• Supplemental Coverage: Optional accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans with wellness benefits.
• Retirement Savings (401k): Pre-tax or Roth contributions with company match.
• Vacation & Holidays: Competitive time off plus 11 paid company holidays.