Intermediate Rail Operations Analyst

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Date: Aug 5, 2026

Location: White River Junction, VT, US

Location:White River Junction,VT,United States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you!

Hatch, one of the nation’s most respected consultants to the railroad and rail transit industries, is seeking to expand our rail operations team. We are seeking a an Intermediate Rail Operations Analyst in our White River Junction, VT office.

As successful candidate, you will:

• Use Hatch’s Train Ops® software to simulate train performance, evaluate rail network operations and capacity, and assess traction power systems.
• Manage the development of client rail service and operating plans, and support Operations and Maintenance Cost modeling work.
• Be responsible for leading studies and analyses of travel time, rail system capacity, network improvements, traction power system performance and control line optimization.
• Author technical reports, mentor junior staff, and perform quality reviews.
• Support feature development and documentation for Hatch’s Train Ops rail simulation software for urban transit systems, commuter rail networks and mainline (freight/passenger) railroads.

You bring to the role:

• Undergraduate or post-graduate degree in an applicable field. Relevant professional experience may be considered as a substitute for academic degree requirements.
• At least 3 years practical industry experience in rail operations, including service planning and operating plan development.
• Prior experience using rail simulation software such as Berkeley Simulation Systems’ RTC, Open Track, Systra’s Rail Sim and/or Transportation Decision System’s OnTrack software is desired but not required.
• Experience with rail operating rules development/interpretation and/or transportation systems management is desirable.
• Knowledge of rail systems, signals, and vehicles.
• Proficiency in office productivity software (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.)
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Ability to work well in a team that is passionately committed to the pursuit of positive change.
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• The opportunity to shape the future of transportation.
• Contribute to projects which reduce global carbon-emissions and congestion.

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Think globally, work locally
• Engaging work environment
• Profit Sharing

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know.

We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

Base Compensation: $85,000 - $100,000 (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

Hatch is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of our employees. This includes:

• Health and Welfare benefits
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  Top-tier medical coverage (one plan with no employee premium required), prescription drug, dental, vision; flexible spending accounts and a health savings…