Senior Consultant

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. Part of the DB E.C.O. Group, the company 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 portfolios and elevate business performance, focusing on sustainability, safety, and operational excellence to enhance the customer experience and increase rail usage.

Reports to: Senior Manager
Location: Chicago, New York City, or Washington, D.C. (Hybrid)

Responsibilities

• Transform client requirements into effective and efficient operational plans.
• Oversee and ensure quality of technical work produced at your direction by analysts and consultants on projects.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Perform research and quantitative analyses, conduct and coordinate studies, and lead workshops.
• Present project results to senior management.
• Prepare 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 consulting projects, where applicable.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Transportation, Business Administration, or similar (M.Sc. preferred).
• 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 and quickly grasp new concepts.
• Strong written and verbal presentation and communication skills.
• Experience using MS-Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) for performing analyses and developing quantitative models.
• Passion for tackling complex challenges in mobility and railway transportation.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with strong interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency with simulation tools, such as RTC or similar dynamic simulation software.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid work plan determined by direct supervisor.
• Minimal overnight travel by land and air.

Physical Requirements

• 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.

Pay

Annual gross salary between $118,000 and $153,000 + bonus (USD) for full-time employment, depending on professional qualifications and experience.

Benefits

U.S. Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Multiple options - Low to High Deductible plans.
• Dental & Vision coverage.
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Company-paid Life & AD&D Insurance, Short-term, and Long-term Disability.
• 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): Pre-tax or Roth contributions with company match.
• Vacation & Holidays: Competitive time off plus 11 paid company holidays.

Canada Health & Wellness Benefits

• Comprehensive, company-paid benefits program for employees and their eligible dependents, including 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).
• Subsidized Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with a company contribution equal to 5% of basic salary.
• Competitive vacation time along with 11 paid company holidays.