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BNSF Railway · 5 days ago

Engineering Signal Management Trainee 2026

Chicago, IL

Part-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$80K/yr - $92K/yr

3+ years exp

BNSF Railway is one of the largest U.S. railroads, committed to safety and inclusion. The Engineering Signal Management Trainee role involves supporting train safety and efficiency through signal systems, offering extensive training and the potential for career advancement within the railway's technology sector.

RailroadTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Inspect , maintain, repair, and construct our signal infrastructure, along our right of way including wayside signals, highway grade crossings, and signal bungalows

Plan/Schedule required maintenance and repairs and verify the quality of work completed

Expand and update BNSF infrastructure and oversee projects that interact with BNSF property

Responsible for the safety of their teams

Manage the finances & schedules of their project and communication with project stakeholders

Opportunity to shadow positions such as Signal Supervisor, Signal Construction Supervisor, Signal Maintainer, Signal Manager, and Director of Signal to gain boots on the ground experience

Daily work is conducted in an indoor/outdoor safety sensitive environment where the working conditions can include diverse and extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, and sleet), walking and performing work on uneven surfaces, working around loud noises, fumes, and heavy/moving machinery

Qualification

Engineering degreeSignal systems knowledgeProject managementLeadership experienceCommunication skills

Required

Legally authorized to work in the United States and will be at least eighteen (18) years old upon hire AND have a valid Driver's License or will have a valid Driver's License upon hire

Does not require BNSF's assistance, now or in the future, (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) to obtain, maintain, or extend employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status)

Capable of working in a 24/7 environment, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and can safely perform duties outdoors in all weather conditions or in a shop, terminal, or field environment. Role includes climbing ladders and navigating uneven surfaces, with the ability to travel up to 75% of the time based on business needs

Able and willing to relocate anywhere on the BNSF Railway operating system (western 28 states) upon hire, for the summer, and travel to other locations as required. If you have any location restrictions, please answer 'No.'

Pursuing a Bachelors or Graduate degree in Engineering (Electrical, Civil, etc.), Construction Management, Business, OR a similar degree program from an accredited university to be completed prior to hire OR I have obtained a degree in a program described above

Have and/or will graduate with at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA

Have LESS THAN three (3) years of professional work experience/military service, EXCLUDING internships, part-time jobs, or positions held while pursuing my undergraduate and/or graduate degree

Must have reliable transportation to and from work

Preferred

Prior internship experience or less than 3 years of work experience in Engineering, Business, Construction, or a related field

Have or have held a leadership position in a campus, community, or extracurricular organization

Benefits

An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.

A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.

Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.

Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).

Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.

Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)

Generous leave / time off policies.