About this opportunity
RailPros lists this Rail Engineering Program Director opportunity in seattle, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Location: Seattle, WA 98104
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Salary Range: $210,000 - $300,000 per year
Travel: Up to 50%
Shift: Day
Job Category: Engineering
Job Summary
The Engineering Program Director makes high‑level decisions that influence the organization’s programs and activities. The role requires creativity, foresight, and mature judgment to plan, organize, and guide extensive programs of major consequence.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead a technical discipline for the organization.
Provide advisory or consulting work for broad program areas or an intensely specialized area with innovative or important aspects.
Utilize advanced oral and written communication skills.
Lead project meetings and present findings.
Represent the organization and maintain liaison with related parties.
Travel as required to headquarters, field offices, client sites, or project locations.
Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture.
Uphold the organization’s standards of integrity, accountability, and respect in all duties and interactions.
Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proficiency with electronic communication including email and text, and standard office applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
Ability to negotiate critical and controversial issues with senior engineers and officers of other organizations.
Experience conducting presentations and participating in media interviews.
Represent the organization at important functions or conferences, including media interviews as required.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program.
20+ years of prior experience.
In‑depth knowledge of industry standards and guidelines.
Preferred Qualifications, Certifications, etc.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Member of a professional practice organization and recognized expert on national activities or spokesperson for the profession.
Benefits & Perks
Comprehensive Health Insurance: medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Accident plan, critical illness plan, and hospital indemnity coverage.
Legal Shield, ID Shield, and pet insurance.
Life and disability insurance with optional voluntary coverage.
401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
Paid time off with carryover and paid holidays for full‑time employees.
Wellness programs and resources.
Discount programs and company merchandise allowance.
Health savings account (HSA) and health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) with employer match.
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) for dependent care expenses.
Employee assistance program (EAP) for personal and professional challenges.
Professional development opportunities including training, mentorship, and tuition reimbursement.
Balanced work environment and respect for boundaries.
Professional and career growth through mentorship and succession planning.
Culture recognition programs and employee events.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
RailPros provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. RailPros is committed to making reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations unless doing so would impose undue hardship. For accommodation requests, contact
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Worksite address
seattle, WA, 98127, US
Who can apply
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