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Railroad Safety Inspector (MP&E) -BIL DIRECT HIRE- SME

Department of Transportation - Multiple Locations

Posted May 19, 2026

Benefits

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Salary
$90K-$145K From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

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Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)
$61,842 U.S. median for this role
Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)
+1.9% - Slower

90% above the BLS role benchmark for operations aggregate.

Matched to SOC 11-1021 - Operations aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

Role

Role function
Operations From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026
Seniority
Mid From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Schedule

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Weekend work
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Company

Company stage
Public-company From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

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Where they hire

Hires in: AZ, CA, CO, IA, IN, KS, MO, OH From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

About this role

Railroad Safety Inspector (MP&E) -BIL DIRECT HIRE- SME Multiple Locations Summary This position(s) is located in the Office of Railroad Safety, Motive Power & Equipment Division. A Railroad Safety Inspector (MP&E) provides technical expertise and direction in th execution and administration of rail safety programs to ensure maximum safety in railroad operations relevant to motive power and equipment. Duties As a Railroad Safety Inspector (MP&E) you will: Plan and carry out periodic inspections providing assurance that railroad cars and locomotives are operational in compliance with federal safety standards. The inspector is charged with the impartial and uniform application of the laws, rules, and regulations, orders and standards pertaining to railroad equipment. Inspectors are responsible for carrying out their inspections in accordance with the General Compliance Manual, MP&E Compliance Manual, FRA Technical Bulletins. Inspectors must additionally follow instructions given by the MP&E specialist and the Technical Train Standards Division Instructors. Conduct inspections in accordance with the National Safety Program Plan. Make recommendations for civil penalty assessments using discretion and interpretation of established Federal Railroad Administration doctrine. Inspect and observe tests of railroad rolling stock, including motive power, other on-track equipment, and related appurtennances to determine compliance with established applicable laws, rules, regulations, orders and standards. Prior to or during assembly and installation, inspect and observe tests and component parts of railroad facilties to determine whether such parts are suitable for the intended service. The Ideal Candidate: This position is perfect for a mid-level professional with strong technical background in applying current

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