Electrical Engineering Management Trainee (Various Locations)

Norfolk Southern • Harrisburg, PA • 3h ago

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Location:

Dynamic opportunities across our 22-state network in the Eastern US.

Relocation is a key part of your career journey.

Anticipated Start Date:

January 2027

Benefits:

Competitive starting salary of $92,000, with a promotion to $99,000 upon completion of the training program.

Comprehensive benefits package including railroad retirement, pension, 401k match, health benefits, vacation, and a relocation package.

Work Environment:

Outdoor/field work.

On-call, weekend, and holiday work is required.

Overview:

At Norfolk Southern, our Communications and Signals (C&S) department is essential to our railroad operations. Much like traffic lights manage road traffic, our signals ensure safe and efficient train movements. Our C&S department is responsible for the construction and maintenance of these signals and related equipment, including railroad crossing gates, train defect detectors, and equipment identification systems. Check out this short video to see a day in the life of a Norfolk Southern C&S Leadership Trainee.

Job Description:

Embark on a transformative 40-52+ week trainee program designed to develop your leadership skills and technical expertise, preparing you for the role of a C&S Supervisor. You will:

Build strong relationships with current C&S supervisors.

Learn effective leadership techniques to manage teams of 8-15 technicians.

Gain hands-on experience in railroad signaling, installation, operation, and inspection.

Travel, work outside of normal business hours, and adapt to a flexible schedule to support our 24/7 operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead a team of 8-15 union technicians with humility and trust.

Demonstrate strong electrical operating capabilities.

Make informed decisions to achieve exceptional results.

Troubleshoot technical issues effectively.

Communicate and collaborate efficiently.

Possess knowledge of radio technology.

Be willing to relocate and/or travel as needed.

Education and Skills:

Associate's Degree (AS) or Bachelor's Degree (BS) in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Wireless Engineering, or RF Engineering.

Military leadership experience is highly valued.

Training:

The trainee program lasts 44-52+ weeks, with a focus on leadership development and technical growth.

Completion and passing of certification requirements are mandatory. Failure to complete pass all required tests will result in dismissal from the program.

Training includes orientation at the HQ followed by time at the NS Training Center in McDonough, GA, and the hire location, with additional travel as required.

Additional Information:

All new hires for this safety-critical position must complete a pre-employment medical evaluation, including a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol, and drug audit assessment. Pre-employment qualification drug tests are also required.

You must have reliable transportation to and from your job location.

Projected Career Path:

C&S Supervisor I

C&S Supervisor II

Regional Manager

Division Director

Senior Director

Chief Engineer

Join us at Norfolk Southern and drive your career forward in a role that blends leadership with cutting-edge technology. Apply now and be part of our dedicated team committed toexcellence and innovation in railroad operations.

Company Overview

Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country's population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting

www.NorfolkSouthern.com

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