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US Rail Operations Lead

Hatch


Job Location:

White River, SD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 26 August 2026 (15 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 23 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Requisition ID:100774

Job Category:Infrastructure; Consulting; Engineering; Project Engineering

Location:White River JunctionVTUnited States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining energy and infrastructureour 10000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe innovative and sustainable we think globally while acting you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation highways and bridges planning and advisory services ports rail and transit tunnels and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities Then the infrastructure team is for you!

Hatch one of the nations most respected consultants to the railroad and rail transit industries is seeking aRail Operations Lead in our White River Junction VT office to join our growing team.

As US Rail Operations Lead you will:

  • Serve as project manager and lead teams in executing technical projects and producing technical deliverables. Example studies that you may lead include analyses of travel time rail system capacity network improvements traction power system performance and control line optimization.
  • Manage the development of new work with clients
  • Support O&M Cost modeling work.
  • Travel to client sites and attend conferences.
  • Author technical reports mentor junior staff and perform quality reviews.

You bring to the role:

  • At least 10 years practical industry experience in rail operations including service planning feasibility studies and alternatives evaluation.
  • Experience in leading business development efforts bids and proposals.
  • Prior experience and knowledge of using rail simulation software such as Berkeley Simulation Systems RTC or OpenTrack is desired but not required.
  • Experience in fleet planning and O&M cost estimates.
  • Experience with rail operating rules development/interpretation and/or transportation systems management is desirable.
  • Broad interdisciplinary knowledge of rail systems including power track signals operations scheduling and vehicles.)
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills including the ability to engage with clients and public stakeholders
  • Willingness to travel
  • Ability to work well in a team that is passionately committed to the pursuit of positive change.

Why join us



What we offer you

  • Engaging work environment
  • Long term career development
  • Think globally work locally
  • Great benefits
  • Profit Sharing

Dont meet every single requirement You dont need to. At Hatch we are building a diverse inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If youre interested in this role we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences dont perfectly align with the skills weve listed.

Were committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age race color national origin citizenship religion creed gender sexual orientation marital status disability veteran or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements please let us know. Well do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

Base Compensation: $110000 - $140000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education experience skillset and/or location)

Hatch is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of our employees. This includes:

  • Health and Welfare benefits: Top-tier medical coverage (one plan with no employee premium required) prescription drug dental vision; flexible spending accounts and a health savings account (with a generous employer contribution); life accident and disability insurance; employee assistance program (EAP) employee wellness program
  • Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match of 50% per dollar up to 6% fully vested after three years; additional 3% in profit-sharing contribution after one year of employment (immediately vested)
  • Paid Time Away from Work: 3-4 weeks of vacation based on experience and company discretion prorated in the 1st year based on hire date (up to 2.5 weeks can be carried over per year); 10 paid holidays; 10 sick days per calendar year with the ability to carry-over sick time to a maximum of 40 days to be used for future FMLAqualifying events; Partial Paid Parental leave up to 12 weeks for birth parents and 4 weeks for non-birth parents

The benefits listed above apply to US-based full-time permanent applicants only. Hatch reserves the right to change plans at its discretion.


Required Experience:

Manager


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