SUMMARY:The Manager, Work Equipment serves as Genesee & Wyoming's principal technical resource for engineering work equipment, vehicles, and associated mechanical systems. The position is responsible for equipment standards, reliability programs, maintenance practices, operator and mechanic qualification support, equipment specifications, lifecycle planning, and technical guidance related to work equipment across North American operations.
The position provides technical guidance and support to mechanics, operators, supervisors, and engineering personnel throughout the organization. The Manager, Work Equipment works closely with field leadership to improve equipment reliability, availability, safety, and maintenance effectiveness while supporting the consistent application of company standards and best practices.
RESPONSIBILITIES: - Serve as subject matter expert for engineering equipment, vehicles, and associated mechanical systems.
- Develop, implement, and maintain standards, procedures, specifications, and technical guidance related to the inspection, maintenance, repair, and operation of work equipment.
- Provide technical support and guidance for complex equipment failures, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair strategies.
- Establish preventive maintenance requirements, inspection standards, and reliability practices for work equipment and engineering vehicles.
- Support work equipment mechanics throughout the organization by providing technical guidance, mentoring, and specialized expertise.
- Review major repairs, rebuild programs, modifications, and equipment upgrades to ensure alignment with company standards and manufacturer recommendations.
- Analyze reliability, utilization, maintenance, and cost data to identify performance trends and improvement opportunities.
- Support operator and mechanic qualification, training, and competency development initiatives.
- Participate in the development of specifications for new and replacement equipment and provide recommendations regarding fleet modernization initiatives.
- Coordinate with manufacturers, vendors, contractors, and service providers to resolve technical issues and improve equipment performance.
- Support investigations involving equipment failures, mechanical incidents, and reliability concerns and develop corrective actions as necessary.
- Evaluate emerging technologies, maintenance practices, and industry trends and provide recommendations to improve safety, reliability, and operational effectiveness.
- Support compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, manufacturer recommendations, and company policies.
- Travel throughout North America to provide field support, conduct equipment assessments, and assist operating divisions as required.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:- Demonstrated experience diagnosing and resolving complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, or equipment reliability issues.
- Demonstrated experience supporting maintenance-of-way equipment, engineering vehicles, or other heavy equipment fleets.
- Strong knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, diesel engine, mechanical, and mobile equipment systems.
- Knowledge of maintenance management principles, reliability improvement practices, and preventive maintenance programs.
- Ability to build relationships, influence outcomes, and provide technical guidance without direct supervisory authority.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.
- Willingness to travel extensively throughout the G&W network.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR CREDENTIALS: - Associate degree in a technical discipline preferred. Equivalent combinations of education, technical training, and related experience will be considered.
- 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in railroad work equipment maintenance, heavy equipment maintenance, fleet support, reliability engineering, or related fields.
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