Train Engineer Jobs
Train engineer jobs are open across freight rail, passenger transit, and commuter rail networks, from entry-level conductor trainee roles to senior locomotive engineer and road foreman positions, with specializations in freight operations, passenger service, and hazardous materials transport. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Work
This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate execution across multi-disciplinary teams, including development, infrastructure, and operations/support.
- Drive achievement of contract KPIs such as timeliness, quality, throughput, SLA adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Establish, maintain, and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs), templates, workflows, and governance practices customized to the ART’s needs.
- Facilitate Program Increment (PI) planning, sprint planning, retrospectives, demos, and high-profile client meetings.
- Drive a cadence of predictable and transparent delivery cycles across the ART.
- Coach team members, including Business Analysts (BAs) and team leads, on backlog prioritization, roadmap planning, and value-oriented delivery.
- Reinforce best practices for requirements quality, user value definition, and stakeholder engagement.
- Develop and deliver professional-grade customer-facing materials such as presentations, agendas, and structured demo prep documents.
- Ensure teams are equipped to manage high-stakes client interactions and executive discussions successfully.
- Actively monitor and mitigate risks, impediments, and cross-team dependencies.
- Manage escalations effectively, partnering with both leadership and client teams to achieve resolution.
- Support design workflows by ensuring timely delivery of wireframes, mockups, and supporting technical materials.
- Develop and maintain ART reporting, throughput metrics, dashboards, and quality indicators to monitor and communicate ART performance.
- Foster high levels of trust, accountability, and psychological safety within the ART.
- Champion continuous improvement, team growth, and professional alignment across all interactions.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications – Here’s What You Need
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., information technology, business administration, or engineering).
- Certified Release Train Engineer (RTE) or Scrum Master certification.
- At least 3 years of experience as a Scrum Master within a SAFe environment that includes an Agile Release Train.
- Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional teams working on interconnected projects.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
- Demonstrated experience managing Agile workloads, backlog prioritization, delivery tracking tools, timelines, and risks.
- Proven capability in creating executive-level communications and presentations.
- A strategic mindset with a track record of business alignment through project planning and execution.
- Top Secret Security Clearance.
- Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.
Minimum Skills Required:
- Must possess problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to respond effectively to customers with a sense of urgency.
- Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe toolsets, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.
- Highly motivated with the ability to handle and manage multiple tasks at any one time.
- Ability to forge new relationships, individual and teaming in nature.
- Must be a Self-starter, that can work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience working with infrastructure, operations, help desk, or multi-disciplinary technical teams.
- Familiarity with workflows in process automation, DevOps, or cloud hosting environments.
- Proven experience in developing operational maturity frameworks, operational governance, or automated SOP processes.
- Advanced analytical and organizational skills with the ability to align initiatives to the best operational practices.
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
- Voluntary Life and AD&D options
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
- Paid Time Off
Working Conditions
- Professional office environment.
- Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
- Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
- Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
- May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
- May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
- May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.
The Work
This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate execution across multi-disciplinary teams, including development, infrastructure, and operations/support.
- Drive achievement of contract KPIs such as timeliness, quality, throughput, SLA adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Establish, maintain, and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs), templates, workflows, and governance practices customized to the ART’s needs.
- Facilitate Program Increment (PI) planning, sprint planning, retrospectives, demos, and high-profile client meetings.
- Drive a cadence of predictable and transparent delivery cycles across the ART.
- Coach team members, including Business Analysts (BAs) and team leads, on backlog prioritization, roadmap planning, and value-oriented delivery.
- Reinforce best practices for requirements quality, user value definition, and stakeholder engagement.
- Develop and deliver professional-grade customer-facing materials such as presentations, agendas, and structured demo prep documents.
- Ensure teams are equipped to manage high-stakes client interactions and executive discussions successfully.
- Actively monitor and mitigate risks, impediments, and cross-team dependencies.
- Manage escalations effectively, partnering with both leadership and client teams to achieve resolution.
- Support design workflows by ensuring timely delivery of wireframes, mockups, and supporting technical materials.
- Develop and maintain ART reporting, throughput metrics, dashboards, and quality indicators to monitor and communicate ART performance.
- Foster high levels of trust, accountability, and psychological safety within the ART.
- Champion continuous improvement, team growth, and professional alignment across all interactions.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications – Here’s What You Need
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., information technology, business administration, or engineering).
- Certified Release Train Engineer (RTE) or Scrum Master certification.
- At least 3 years of experience as a Scrum Master within a SAFe environment that includes an Agile Release Train.
- Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional teams working on interconnected projects.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
- Demonstrated experience managing Agile workloads, backlog prioritization, delivery tracking tools, timelines, and risks.
- Proven capability in creating executive-level communications and presentations.
- A strategic mindset with a track record of business alignment through project planning and execution.
- Top Secret Security Clearance.
- Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.
Minimum Skills Required:
- Must possess problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written
- Ability to respond effectively to customers with a sense of urgency.
- Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe toolsets, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.
- Highly motivated with the ability to handle and manage multiple tasks at any one time.
- Ability to forge new relationships, individual and teaming in nature.
- Must be a Self-starter, that can work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience working with infrastructure, operations, help desk, or multi-disciplinary technical teams.
- Familiarity with workflows in process automation, DevOps, or cloud hosting environments.
- Proven experience in developing operational maturity frameworks, operational governance, or automated SOP processes.
- Advanced analytical and organizational skills with the ability to align initiatives to the best operational practices.
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
- Voluntary Life and AD&D options
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
- Paid Time Off
Working Conditions
- Professional office environment.
- Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
- Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
- Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
- Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
- May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
- May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
- May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Law & Legal Services
- Technology & Software
- Electronics & Hardware
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in train engineer jobs.
- Federal Railroad Administration locomotive engineer certification required
- Minimum two to four years of railroad operating experience
- Valid conductor certification or prior conductor experience preferred
- Knowledge of railroad operating rules and signal systems
- Ability to pass FRA-mandated physical and drug screening
- Experience operating diesel-electric locomotives on freight or passenger routes
Tips for Your Train Engineer Job Search
Highlight your federal certifications first
Your Federal Railroad Administration locomotive engineer certification should appear near the top of your resume, not buried in a credentials section. Recruiters screen for it before reading anything else, and missing it costs you the interview.
Quantify your safety record precisely
Hiring managers at Class I and regional railroads care about your personal injury rate and any reportable incidents. List your consecutive incident-free hours or years on the job where verifiable, because generic claims about a clean record carry no weight.
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 and apply directly to each listing.
Tailor your resume to route types
Freight and passenger rail employers read resumes differently. If you're targeting a commuter rail authority, lead with on-time performance and passenger safety experience. If it's a short-line freight carrier, emphasize switching operations and car handling hours.
Prepare for simulator and road tests
Most Class I railroads include a practical evaluation, not just interviews. Practice articulating your decision-making process during emergency brake scenarios out loud, because interviewers assess your verbal reasoning as much as your technical response.
Follow up after your physical and drug screen
The hiring pipeline for train engineers routinely stalls between the conditional offer and the pre-employment medical exam. A short, professional follow-up email after each stage keeps you visible and signals you're serious about the role.
Train Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most train engineers?
Parsons, AECOM, and Leidos are hiring the most train engineers right now, with openings concentrated in California, Maryland, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be strongest along major freight corridors and in metro areas served by commuter rail authorities.
How many train engineer jobs are remote?
About 58% of train engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, location-specific nature of most operating roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include rail traffic control, dispatch operations, and training and simulation instruction.
How do you become a train engineer?
Start by getting hired as a conductor, which is the standard entry point at most railroads. After accumulating sufficient operating experience, you apply internally for engineer training, complete a railroad-sponsored locomotive engineer training program, pass all Federal Railroad Administration written and practical exams, and earn your FRA locomotive engineer certification before operating independently.
How do you get hired as a train engineer with little experience?
Most railroads hire entry-level applicants directly into conductor roles rather than engineer positions, so applying as a conductor trainee is the realistic starting point. Highlighting any relevant experience, such as heavy equipment operation, CDL driving, military logistics, or transit work, strengthens your application and signals the mechanical aptitude and safety discipline railroads prioritize.
What does the train engineer interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a structured panel interview covering operating rules, safety scenarios, and your response to emergency situations. That is followed by a background check, pre-employment physical, vision and hearing evaluation, and drug screening. Some railroads add a rules examination or a locomotive simulator assessment before extending a conditional offer.
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 across the United States in one place. Find the roles that fit your certifications, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing.
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