DB E.C.O. North America (with “E.C.O.” representing “Engineering, Consulting and Operations") offers specialized rail and transit consultancy services to public agencies, passenger and freight railroads. DB E.C.O. North America is part of the DB E.C.O. Group and leverages Deutsche Bahn’s global expertise to advance mobility and rail transportation across the U.S. and Canada. Their cross-disciplinary team collaborates closely with clients to innovate their portfolios and elevate business performance. With a focus on sustainability, safety, and operational excellence, they strive to enhance the customer experience, increase rail usage, and “Transform The Future Of Mobility.”
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
- Dental & Vision
- 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).
- Parental Paid Leave
- Supplemental Coverage: Optional accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans with wellness benefits.
- Retirement Savings (401k) with company safe harbor contributions
- Vacation & Holidays: Competitive time off plus 11 paid company holidays
DB E.C.O North America, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements. DB E.C.O North America, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
For California applicants: We follow the California Fair Chance Act, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. As is the case for applicants in any jurisdiction, you do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After providing a conditional offer and conducting a background check, we will consider hiring any qualified individual with arrest or conviction records in accordance with all relevant laws, and specifically will assess whether any conviction history directly relates to the job duties. We will take into consideration the individual’s explanation and potential mitigating factors as defined by the law.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Transportation, Business Administration, or a related field; master's degree preferred
- At least 4 years of experience in railroad operations planning, timetable development, or service design
- Direct experience working with a Class 1 railroad in the United States
- Deep understanding of American freight railroad operations, capacity planning, and infrastructure owner/train operator coordination
- Project management experience leading multidisciplinary teams and client deliverables
- Strong analytical, conceptual, problem-solving, written, verbal, presentation, and communication skills
- Experience using Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, for analyses and quantitative models
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Proficiency with simulation tools such as RTC or similar dynamic simulation software
What We Do
DB E.C.O. North America provides specialized rail and transit consultancy services to public agencies, passenger and freight railroads, and transportation authorities across the United States and Canada. As part of the DB E.C.O. Group and Deutsche Bahn network, it combines engineering, consulting, and operations expertise to improve mobility, infrastructure, safety, sustainability, passenger experience, and operational performance for rail and transit clients.
