Train Engineer Jobs
Train engineer jobs are open across freight rail, passenger transit, and commuter services, from entry-level locomotive firers to senior road engineers, with specializations in long-haul freight, urban light rail, and high-speed passenger operations. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Release Train Engineer
Duration: 12-18 months
Location: Chandler, AZ (ONSITE INTERVIEW REQUIRED)
Required Pay Scale: 70-73
Due to client requirements this role is only open to W2 candidates
Job Summary:
As the Release Train Engineer (RTE) for Technology Infrastructure, you are accountable for how a team train prepares for and executes the Planning Interval (PI). You facilitate PI Planning and train-level routines, enable transparency and metrics-driven execution, optimize end-to-end flow of value, and drive continuous improvement through disciplined follow-through.
This role is PI-cadence critical: preparation for the next PI begins as soon as PI Planning for the current PI completes and continues in parallel with current PI execution.
- Primary focus: predictable, sustainable delivery of Technology Products via strong PI readiness, dependency/risk management, and high-signal reporting.
- Continuous, sustainable delivery of business value to users through stable cadence and predictable execution.
- PI execution maintains transparency using train-level metrics (objectives completion, business value delivered, cycle time, quality signals, risk/dependency posture).
- Ensure Program Kanban exists and is ready to support planning and visibility.
- Ensure Deliverables/Epics exist in Jira/Jira Align.
- Coordinate readiness across PM, POs, SMs, Architects, Tech Management, Release Mgmt; confirm Business Owner/executive participation.
- Drive presenter readiness, timeboxing, parking lot capture, and decision visibility; keep the event collaborative and energized.
About Matlen Silver
Experience Matters. Let your experience be driven by our experience. For more than 40 years, Matlen Silver has delivered solutions for complex talent and technology needs to Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders. Led by hard work, honesty, and a trusted team of experts, we can say that Matlen Silver technology has created a solutions experience and legacy of success that is the difference in the way the world works.
Matlen Silver is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.
If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at email and/or phone at:
info@matlensilver.com
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Job Title: Release Train Engineer
Duration: 12-18 months
Location: Chandler, AZ (ONSITE INTERVIEW REQUIRED)
Required Pay Scale: 70-73
Due to client requirements this role is only open to W2 candidates
Job Summary:
As the Release Train Engineer (RTE) for Technology Infrastructure, you are accountable for how a team train prepares for and executes the Planning Interval (PI). You facilitate PI Planning and train-level routines, enable transparency and metrics-driven execution, optimize end-to-end flow of value, and drive continuous improvement through disciplined follow-through.
This role is PI-cadence critical: preparation for the next PI begins as soon as PI Planning for the current PI completes and continues in parallel with current PI execution.
- Primary focus: predictable, sustainable delivery of Technology Products via strong PI readiness, dependency/risk management, and high-signal reporting.
- Continuous, sustainable delivery of business value to users through stable cadence and predictable execution.
- PI execution maintains transparency using train-level metrics (objectives completion, business value delivered, cycle time, quality signals, risk/dependency posture).
- Ensure Program Kanban exists and is ready to support planning and visibility.
- Ensure Deliverables/Epics exist in Jira/Jira Align.
- Coordinate readiness across PM, POs, SMs, Architects, Tech Management, Release Mgmt; confirm Business Owner/executive participation.
- Drive presenter readiness, timeboxing, parking lot capture, and decision visibility; keep the event collaborative and energized.
About Matlen Silver
Experience Matters. Let your experience be driven by our experience. For more than 40 years, Matlen Silver has delivered solutions for complex talent and technology needs to Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders. Led by hard work, honesty, and a trusted team of experts, we can say that Matlen Silver technology has created a solutions experience and legacy of success that is the difference in the way the world works.
Matlen Silver is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.
If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at email and/or phone at:
info@matlensilver.com
// 908-393-8600
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Brain15
- BRAIN5
- ECS Limited3
- Honeywell2
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software25
- Automotive4
- Chemicals & Materials2
- Science & Research2
- Artificial Intelligence1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in train engineer jobs.
- Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) conductor or engineer certification required
- Minimum two to four years of locomotive operating experience on Class I or regional railroads
- Valid Department of Transportation medical certificate demonstrating fitness for duty
- Familiarity with General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR) and railroad-specific operating procedures
- Experience operating diesel-electric locomotives, including EMD or GE series equipment
- High school diploma or GED with completion of an approved railroad training program
Tips for Your Train Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to rail operations
List every locomotive class you've operated, your total logged operating hours, and any Class I or short-line railroad experience by name. Hiring managers scan for specific equipment familiarity and route types before they read anything else on your resume.
Get your FRA certification in order
Verify your Federal Railroad Administration certification status before applying. Many rail employers disqualify candidates at the screening stage if documentation is incomplete, so having your certificates and medical fitness records ready speeds up the process considerably.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists train engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your equipment background and route experience and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by freight or passenger focus
Filter your search by freight versus passenger rail before applying. Requirements diverge sharply: freight roles prioritize hazmat handling and long-haul endurance, while passenger and commuter positions emphasize customer protocols, schedule adherence, and FRA on-time reporting compliance.
Prepare for a rules knowledge examination
Most Class I railroads and transit agencies administer a General Code of Operating Rules exam during the interview process. Study your current employer's operating rulebook and any GCOR editions the hiring railroad uses so you can answer signal and authority questions accurately under timed conditions.
Follow up after a practical skills assessment
Many rail employers include a simulator or yard practical as part of the hiring process. Send a brief follow-up after completing it that references one specific scenario from the assessment, which demonstrates attentiveness and reinforces your technical recall to the hiring committee.
Train Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most train engineers?
The companies hiring the most train engineers right now include Brain, BRAIN, and ECS Limited, with the largest share of openings in California, Missouri, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Freight carriers and regional commuter authorities account for the majority of active postings.
How many train engineer jobs are remote?
About 11% of train engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on, safety-critical nature of most locomotive operating roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include rail traffic control, dispatch coordination, and training and simulation instructor positions.
How do you become a train engineer?
You start by obtaining a conductor position with a railroad, which provides the on-the-job operating experience required before you can qualify for an engineer role. After logging sufficient hours, you enroll in your employer's engineer training program, pass written and practical examinations, and apply for FRA certification. A DOT medical examination is required throughout your career.
Can I get hired as a train engineer with little experience?
Most railroads hire candidates with no prior rail experience into conductor or trainee roles first, then develop them into engineers internally. Military veterans with transportation or vehicle operations backgrounds, candidates who completed accredited railroad training programs, and applicants from related fields such as trucking or heavy equipment operation tend to move through conductor qualification faster.
What does the train engineer interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a structured panel interview covering safety judgment and operating rules knowledge, followed by a background and employment history review. Many railroads then administer a written rules exam and a drug and alcohol screening. Larger carriers add a locomotive simulator assessment before extending a conditional offer, with a formal medical examination as the final step.
Where can I find and apply to train engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to train engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from freight carriers, passenger railroads, and commuter transit agencies across the United States. Find roles that match your certification level, equipment experience, and preferred region, then apply directly to each listing from the same page.
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