Description

We are seeking results-oriented and dedicated individuals to lead our organization into the future! As an Engineering Signal Manager in the Operations Management Training (OMT) program, you will gain experience in transportation and engineering operations and the skills to lead a team! Once training is complete, you will be assigned to a work location where you will direct the safe building and maintenance of signals and electrical systems. We are powered by our people, will you join our team?  The OMT program offers on-the-job training combined with formal classroom instruction.

Salary Information:

Starting salary: $87,252

At assignment (after successful completion of OMT program): $105,000

Assignment made upon completion of the training program. Salary increase may vary based on performance, training, and assignment schedule.

Accountabilities

• Lead inspection, maintenance and repair of Union Pacific's (UP's) signal infrastructure 
• Coordinate engineering activities with transportation operations 
• Execute action plans to achieve cost of quality business objectives and standardize processes 
• Supervise workforce levels to ensure jobs are covered and implement corrective action plans as needed 
• Observe engineering crews for safety and operational compliance and complete incident reports when necessary 
• Conduct regular employee performance evaluations 
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Qualifications - Required

• GPA of 2.8 or higher
• Advanced analytical skills
• Advanced problem solving skills
• Valid driver's license
• A Bachelor's degree or will have a Bachelor's degree within the next 12 months
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills to deliver information to coworker(s) and supervisor(s)
• Experience reading and understanding instructions (examples may include: operating and safety rules, bulletins, special instructions, and federal regulatory documents)

Qualifications - Preferred

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Management, or any other related fields of study
• Experience in operations or safety sensitive positions such as industrial operations, heavy machinery, transportation, manufacturing, railroad, farming, or military
• Experience working outdoors in variable weather conditions
• Leadership experience

Physical Requirements

• Must have normal color vision
• Must be able to detect and interpret different visual color signals and displays, and identify and determine the speed of moving objects at near or far distances

Work Conditions

• Must be willing to relocate
• Must not have interviewed for this position within the last 2 years
• Work Conditions: Job assignments will include working 12 hour shifts, nights, weekends, holidays and working on call
• Willingness to practice safe work habits
• Agree to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety boots, hard hats, and hearing protection where the company requires
• In the past 36 months, and in connection with the operating of a motor vehicle, you must not have had any of the following: (1) the suspension, revocation, cancellation, or denial of your driver's license in an incident involving drugs or alcohol; (2) your participation in diversion or probation, or a guilty plea, in a drug or alcohol-related driving incident; OR (3) you refused to take a drug or alcohol test