Mid Level Train Engineer Jobs
Mid level train engineer jobs go to professionals ready to take full ownership of operations, mentor newer crew members, and make independent decisions under minimal supervision. Openings are predominantly on-site across Automotive and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Wabtec, Lockheed Martin, and Aspen Technology hiring at this level now.
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Overview
At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation—grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.
- Job Type: Full time
- Work Type: Hybrid
We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.
Ford’s Research and Advanced Engineering team takes new ideas from theory to reality. Every day, we develop advanced energy management and propulsion technologies, create cutting-edge materials and manufacturing processes, and curate world-class cabin experiences that redefine what it means to drive a Ford.
In this position...
Ford is seeking to hire an individual with embedded software knowledge to be a Release Train Engineer. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of software in a body module via agile methodologies. They will perform program management tasks and have a high-level working knowledge of algorithms, functional specification, and help resolve vehicle/bread board issues
What you'll do...
- Interface and Support with the Design & Release Engineer (D&R) to deliver a quality product on time
- Project management interfacing and working closely with the Body Controls team and suppliers \
- Provide project management and technical leadership to the Body Controls team.
- Lead a Program Action Team (PAT) meeting with a weekly cadence
- Maintain lists of deliverables, software releases and issues
- Drive items on the list to closure in a timely manner meeting Ford milestones
- Track software through cradle to grave life cycle
- Report out to management as necessary possibly explaining multiple solutions and the pros/cons of each solution
- Develop/Review Supplier deliverables
- Project work plans
- Track supplier manpower for Software Development, Systems Integration and Validation. Identify resource inconsistencies
- Provide estimates and review actuals for cost and timing of making software changes
- Ensure Software development plans meet Ford timing
- Schedule software releases to meet Ford timing and are delivered accordingly
- Drive the Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM), Design Validation Plan & Report (DVP&R), and Non-Testable Matrix (NTM)
- Drive Functional Safety (if applicable)
- Support the following tasks
- Work with the Full Service Supplier (FSS) software team explaining software requirements.
- Schedule Software design reviews with Suppliers
- Software Change Management
You'll have...
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related engineering field.
- 1+ years Project Management or Project Lead position
- 1+ years Embedded Software or Hardware experience
- 5+ years of engineering experience.
- Working knowledge of Jira
Even better, you may have...
- Knowledge of control theory and algorithm design
- Knowledge of agile development processes
- Proficient in Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office products
- Working knowledge of Matlab/Stateflow
- Working knowledge of agile development processes
- Experience in working with, and/or for an Electronics Control Manufacturer or OEM is desirable
- Knowledge of AutoSAR and RTE
- Knowledge of CAN/LIN
- Knowledge of ISO 26262 Functional Safety
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
- Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
- Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
- Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
- Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
- Tuition assistance
- Established and active employee resource groups
- Paid time off for individual and team community service
- A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
- Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.
#LI-Hybrid #LI-LS1
Overview
At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation—grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.
- Job Type: Full time
- Work Type: Hybrid
We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.
Ford’s Research and Advanced Engineering team takes new ideas from theory to reality. Every day, we develop advanced energy management and propulsion technologies, create cutting-edge materials and manufacturing processes, and curate world-class cabin experiences that redefine what it means to drive a Ford.
In this position...
Ford is seeking to hire an individual with embedded software knowledge to be a Release Train Engineer. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of software in a body module via agile methodologies. They will perform program management tasks and have a high-level working knowledge of algorithms, functional specification, and help resolve vehicle/bread board issues
What you'll do...
- Interface and Support with the Design & Release Engineer (D&R) to deliver a quality product on time
- Project management interfacing and working closely with the Body Controls team and suppliers \
- Provide project management and technical leadership to the Body Controls team.
- Lead a Program Action Team (PAT) meeting with a weekly cadence
- Maintain lists of deliverables, software releases and issues
- Drive items on the list to closure in a timely manner meeting Ford milestones
- Track software through cradle to grave life cycle
- Report out to management as necessary possibly explaining multiple solutions and the pros/cons of each solution
- Develop/Review Supplier deliverables
- Project work plans
- Track supplier manpower for Software Development, Systems Integration and Validation. Identify resource inconsistencies
- Provide estimates and review actuals for cost and timing of making software changes
- Ensure Software development plans meet Ford timing
- Schedule software releases to meet Ford timing and are delivered accordingly
- Drive the Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM), Design Validation Plan & Report (DVP&R), and Non-Testable Matrix (NTM)
- Drive Functional Safety (if applicable)
- Support the following tasks
- Work with the Full Service Supplier (FSS) software team explaining software requirements.
- Schedule Software design reviews with Suppliers
- Software Change Management
You'll have...
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related engineering field.
- 1+ years Project Management or Project Lead position
- 1+ years Embedded Software or Hardware experience
- 5+ years of engineering experience.
- Working knowledge of Jira
Even better, you may have...
- Knowledge of control theory and algorithm design
- Knowledge of agile development processes
- Proficient in Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office products
- Working knowledge of Matlab/Stateflow
- Working knowledge of agile development processes
- Experience in working with, and/or for an Electronics Control Manufacturer or OEM is desirable
- Knowledge of AutoSAR and RTE
- Knowledge of CAN/LIN
- Knowledge of ISO 26262 Functional Safety
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
- Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
- Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
- Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
- Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
- Tuition assistance
- Established and active employee resource groups
- Paid time off for individual and team community service
- A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
- Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.
This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.
#LI-Hybrid #LI-LS1
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Mid Level Train Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level train engineer job?
Position your experience around ownership and accountability, not just task completion. Highlight routes or operations you managed independently, any safety or compliance responsibilities you held, and moments where you solved problems without escalation. Employers at this level want engineers who have moved past learning the basics and can be trusted to run operations reliably. Tailor every application to show that depth clearly.
Which companies hire mid level train engineers?
Companies hiring mid level train engineers right now include Wabtec, Lockheed Martin, and Aspen Technology, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from freight carriers, passenger rail operators, transit authorities, and industrial rail contractors, all of which need experienced engineers who can work with limited day-to-day supervision.
Are there remote mid level train engineer jobs?
Yes, though most train engineer roles are inherently on-site given the nature of the work. About 67% of mid level train engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and these tend to be in training, operations coordination, or technical oversight roles rather than active locomotive operation. Filter by work setting when you search to find what fits your situation.
How do I move up to a mid level train engineer role?
The path from entry level to mid level is built on consistent performance across increasingly complex assignments. Engineers who reach mid level typically have deepened their route knowledge, taken on safety or compliance responsibilities, and demonstrated they can manage operations without close supervision. Seeking out diverse assignments, building mechanical familiarity, and showing measurable reliability over time are what employers look for in that progression.
Which industries hire the most mid level train engineers?
Mid Level train engineer roles concentrate in Automotive and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive the most hiring at this level because they operate large, ongoing rail networks that depend on experienced engineers who can maintain schedules, ensure safety compliance, and handle day-to-day operational decisions independently.