Engineering Manager in Training
Engineering Manager in Training - Electrical/Signal Manager
Work Location: Various Locations Closing Date: April 6, 2012 Basic Purpose of Job: We are seeking ambitious and dedicated individuals to lead our organization into the future. Join our Operations Management Training program and launch a lifelong career with Union Pacific Railroad. As an Engineering Manager in Training, you will gain experience and competence in engineering operations and learn skills to effectively manage a unionized workforce. Upon completion of the training program, you will be assigned to a work location where you will direct the safe building and maintenance of signals and electrical systems. We need critical thinkers with strong analytical and communication skills who have the confidence to lead a diverse crew of people. This is an exceptional first-line field management opportunity with significant growth potential. Working in Operations is not a typical 8-to-5, Monday-through-Friday job and it requires someone able to handle a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment. This opportunity will require long hours in all weather conditions and relocation several times throughout your career. Salary Information: Starting Salary: $60,000 - $68,000* At 6 Months: $3,500 increase At 12 Months: $2,000 increase At 18 Months: $2,400 increase At Placement: $78,000 - $81,000* *Based on skills, experience and geographical location Accountabilities: Managing inspection, maintenance and repair of UP?s signal infrastructure Coordinating engineering activities with transportation operations Executing action plans to achieve cost of quality business objectives and standardize processes Monitoring workforce levels to ensure that all jobs are covered Implementing corrective action plans and work culture modifications as necessary Observing engineering crews for safety and operational compliance Completing incident reports Conducting regular employee performance evaluations