Month: February 2021

Assistant Engineer – Track & Structures
NICTD owns, operates and maintains a high-speed main line railroad between Chicago, Illinois,
and South Bend, Indiana. This opportunity as an Assistant Engineer – Track & Structures is an
entry-level full-time management position within the South Shore Line’s Engineering
Department. The Assistant Engineer – Track & Structures will work closely with the Senior
Engineer – Track & Structures and the Manager – Maintenance of Way to plan, supervise, and
implement programs and work assignments that keep the District’s right of way and structures
in a safe and delay-free condition to reliably support high-speed passenger rail and heavy-haul
freight railroad services. The successful candidate must enjoy the challenge of teamwork,
planning, responding to unanticipated changes, outdoor work, irregular work hours, and working
with unionized work forces.
Qualifications:

(1) Applicants must meet at least one of the following four education/experience options:
(a) a bachelor or higher degree as of July 2021 in civil engineering, civil engineering
technology, building construction technology; or closely related major; or
(b) an associate or higher degree as of July 2021 in civil engineering, civil
engineering technology, or building construction technology and three (3) or more
years of railroad track or commercial structure construction, maintenance, and
related supervision; or
(c) five (5) or more years of railroad track or general industrial construction and
maintenance with at least five (5) years of related supervisory experience; or
(d) a combination of two (2) or more years of college education in civil
engineering, civil engineering technology, or building construction technology
without a degree and three (3) or more years of railroad track or general industrial
construction, maintenance, and related supervision.

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IMPORTANT NOTE: You must fulfill at least one of the above four mandatory options to be
considered. Applicants who do not meet at least one of the above mandatory options will not
be considered. Receipt of resume from non-qualifying applicants will not be acknowledged.
(2) Proficiency in knowledge and application of Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office Suite
(including Word & Excel programs).

(3) Willingness to learn, accepting of work under occasionally highly stressful or uncertain
conditions, excellent verbal and written communication skills, valid driver’s license, and no recent
drug, alcohol, or felony convictions.

(4) Must be in good physical health to fulfill the essential functions of the position, with or
without reasonable accommodations. This is an outdoor position. The Assistant Engineer – track
& Structures frequently must be able to work and walk in difficult environmental conditions or
to locations not accessible by motor vehicle. Work is performed on significantly uneven surfaces,
in close proximity to high voltage electrical power, and may require work on snow or ice covered
ground during winter. Levels of activity vary from moderate to intense. Stressful situations may
occur. Exposure to heat, humidity, cold, rain, sleet, snow, and wind is common.

(5) Must read, write, and communicate clearly and fluently so as to understand and follow the
General Code of Operating Rules, federal and state regulations; essential operational and safety
information, and pass periodic rule/safety/technical examinations.

(6) Flexible about unexpected changes in work assignments or priorities.

(7) Reliable transportation to and from Michigan City, Indiana. Ability to start and end daily
assignments at any point between South Bend, Indiana, and Chicago, Illinois, with most
assignments and duties originating at Michigan City, Indiana.
Position Schedule: Normal work schedule is Monday – Friday 6:30 A.M. – 2:30 P.M., hours and
work days may change based on service needs. Must be available to work on-call during evenings
and weekends for emergencies and weather responses as well as vacation or illness relief for
other managers.
Duties: The Assistant Engineer – Track & Structures’ duties include, but are not limited to,
assisting Senior Engineer – Track & Structures with the following tasks:
– Maintenance Program Development & Administration. Develop maintenance programs to
ensure safe and reliable track infrastructure in compliance with FRA and AREMA recommended
practices. Ensure compliance of track and structures with federal track and bridge safety
standards. Works with others to develop construction program schedules.
– Construction Management. Review engineering contract plans, specifications, reports and
related documents for one hundred miles of Class IV track, bridges, grade crossings, culverts,
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commuter station buildings, and maintenance shops. Reviews and evaluates the work of design
consultants, construction and maintenance contractors.
– General Management. Supervise Roadmasters or other work groups with in conjunction with
and direction from the Manager MOW, Administer Inspections, Address Claims & Grievance
Handling, Capital Improvement Planning, Interview & Hire Employees, and Quality Assurance.
Coordination with utilities, regulatory authorities, and municipalities.
– Purchasing & Asset Management. Assist in records maintenance for track parts, structural parts,
and vehicle categories. Works with Purchasing Department to ensure that adequate supplies are
on hand to perform projects and periodic maintenance.
– Hearing officer and first level of response to grievances.
– Assists Safety & Rules Department with the coordination and completion of training programs
for employees assigned to the department.

– Performs all other duties as assigned.
Supervision: This position reports to the Senior Engineer Track & Structures.
Salary and Benefits: The salary range for this position is $60,000.00 to $75,000.00 depending on
skills, experience, and consistent with pay structure for others with comparable assignments.
The benefit package includes a defined benefit pension administered by the Railroad Retirement
Board, generous healthcare benefits, dental program, supplemental defined contribution
pension plan, and liberal paid vacation. Passes for travel for self and family (restrictions apply).
Details are available during the interview process. Credit for time served in other railroad or
military employment may be applied in determining vacation day entitlements. Relocation
assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
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How to Apply: Deliver, mail, fax, or e-mail a resume to NICTD’s Director of Human Resources &
Labor Relations at the address below. NICTD does not accept responsibility for misdirected, lost,
or misaddressed resumes. A letter explaining why you believe that you are the most qualified
person for this opportunity is not required but is strongly encouraged. Apply early for
consideration; this is a rolling application process. NICTD reserves the option to close this
opportunity upon selection of a successful candidate. Persons who desire confirmation that a
resume has been received may contact Ms. Shelly Winn at (219) 874-4221, ext 253. Candidates
will be advised the following week whether they are selected for an interview.

Contact
information for delivering resumes:
Director Human Resources & Labor Relations
Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District
Attn: Assistant Engineer – Track & Structures Opportunity
601 N. Roeske Avenue
Michigan City, IN 46360-2669
Fax: (219) 872-5841
E-Mail: bjarne.henderson@nictd.com
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