Reports to: Senior Manager
Location: Chicago, New York City, or Washington, D.C. (Hybrid)
Tasks & Responsibilities: - Transform client requirements into effective and efficient operational plans.
- Responsible for overseeing and ensuring quality of technical work produced at your direction by analysts and consultants on projects.
- Develops and maintains strong client relationships.
- Perform research and quantitative analyses, conduct and coordinate studies and lead workshops.
- Present project results to senior management.
- Prepares proposals and pursuits, including the development of project methodologies, budgets and schedules.
- Leverage the knowledge and expertise of Deutsche Bahn's railway subject matter experts in our other consulting projects, where applicable.
Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Transportation, Business Administration or similar (M.Sc.)
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in railroad operations planning, timetable development, or service design, including direct experience working with a Class 1 railroad in the United States.
- Deep understanding of American freight railroad operations, capacity planning, and coordination between infrastructure owners and train operators.
- Project management skills, including experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and client deliverables.
- Outstanding analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently; aptitude to quickly grasp new concepts and effectively produce results.
- Strong written and verbal presentation and communication skills.
- Experience in using MS-Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) for performing analyses and developing quantitative models.
- Passion for tackling complex challenges in mobility and railway transportation sector.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with strong interpersonal skills.
Preferred skills and experience: - Demonstrated proficiency with simulation tools, such as RTC or similar dynamic simulation software.
Working Conditions and Travel: Employees direct supervisor will determine a plan for hybrid work. Minimal overnight travel by land and air.
Physical Requirements, with or without a reasonable accommodation: - Ability to work at a computer workstation for periods up to 4 hours at a time
- Ability to speak on the telephone for a total of up to 3 hours per day
- Ability to sit for up to 3 hours without breaks at meetings
- Ability to walk and stand for up to 4 hours without breaks at program site visits and meetings
We offer an annual gross salary between
$118,000 and $153,000 + bonus(USD) for full-time employment, depending on professional qualifications and experience.
Quick overview of our U.S. Health & Wellness Benefits:- Medical Insurance: Multiple options - Low to High Deductible plans
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life & AD&D Insurance, Short-term, and Long-term Disability: Company-paid
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their household members
- Commuter Benefits: Use tax-free money to pay for eligible transit and parking expenses (Train, subway, bus, ferry, parking).
- Supplemental Coverage: Optional accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans with wellness benefits.
- Retirement Savings (401k): Pre-tax or Roth contributions with company match
- Vacation & Holidays: Competitive time off plus 11 paid company holidays
Quick overview of our Canada Health & Wellness Benefits: We offer a comprehensive, company-paid benefits program for employees and their eligible dependents. This includes Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Dependent Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, extended Health and Dental coverage, and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
In addition, the Company supports your long-term financial well-being by subsidizing a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) of your choice with a contribution equal to 5% of your basic salary.
We also provide competitive vacation time along with 11 paid company holidays, so you have the time you need to rest, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work.
