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Rail Analyst Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Department of Transportation

WI

$89K/yr

... rail integrity, bridge and structures, and railroad workplace safety. PLEASE NOTE : This vacancy ... analysis, and evidence detection and handling. * Planning and Evaluating - Organize work, sets ...

Cenovus

Financial Analyst

Superior, WI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Cenovus is seeking a Financial Analyst to join the team at our Toledo refinery. In this role, you ... rail cars and trucks to customers throughout the United States. Other operations include oil sands ...

TiTANS Consulting

WI · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Lead the implementation of GIS solutions for railway projects, ensuring accurate geospatial data collection, analysis, and visualization. * Railway Network Mapping: Collaborate with engineering teams ...

Loram

Service Technician-CDL

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Service top of rail and gauge face lubricator units to specified guidelines. * Perform lubrication ... Ability to apply high levels of cognitive, analytical, retention and reasoning. * Excellent ...

Paper Transport

Intermodal Logistics Coordinator

De Pere, WI · On-site

$18.75 - $25/hr

Plan and organize rail and container operations to ensure equipment availability, customer ... Strong analytical skills to investigate delays or errors, determine root causes, and implement ...

RTD

Planner, Maintenance (O&M)

Rio, WI

This position ensures safe, reliable, and cost-effective transit operations across bus, rail, and ... Reporting and Analysis * Monitor, evaluate, and report on maintenance activities, vehicle ...

City of Waukesha

Engineer III - Traffic

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$99K - $139K/yr

Performs traffic engineering data collection including analysis of traffic flow, speed studies and ... Serves as the railroad project manager for the City; works with railroad personnel to keep railroad ...

City of Waukesha

Engineer III - Traffic

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$99K - $139K/yr

Performs traffic engineering data collection including analysis of traffic flow, speed studies and ... Serves as the railroad project manager for the City; works with railroad personnel to keep railroad ...

ERCO Worldwide

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

It is an entry level rail car loading position, reporting into the Plant Services Supervisor, which ... Ensure trailer meets DOT requirements. (Seals, Placards, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Analysis ...

RACINE RAILROAD PRODUCTS INC

DESIGN ENGINEER

Racine, WI · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

Conduct design calculations, tolerance analysis, and material selection. * Assist with prototype ... Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Racine Railroad Products, Inc. is an equal opportunity ...

RACINE RAILROAD PRODUCTS INC

DESIGN ENGINEER

Racine, WI · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

Conduct design calculations, tolerance analysis, and material selection. * Assist with prototype ... Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Racine Railroad Products, Inc. is an equal opportunity ...

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How much do rail analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for rail analyst in Wisconsin is $100,085.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,700.00 and $127,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a rail analyst?

A Rail Analyst is responsible for analyzing rail transportation data, optimizing logistics, and identifying cost-saving opportunities for freight or passenger rail operations. They use data analytics, industry research, and performance metrics to improve efficiency and operational effectiveness. Rail Analysts often work with transportation planners, supply chain managers, and government agencies to enhance rail network performance. Their role may also involve monitoring regulations, forecasting trends, and providing recommendations for infrastructure improvements.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a rail analyst?

Rail Analysts generally spend their days gathering and analyzing data related to train operations, infrastructure performance, and safety records. They often prepare reports, develop recommendations to optimize rail efficiency, and collaborate with operations, engineering, and planning teams. Their work also includes monitoring industry trends and compliance regulations to ensure all practices are up-to-date. This dynamic environment offers the chance to meaningfully impact the reliability and future planning of rail networks while building expertise in transportation analytics.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a rail analyst?

To thrive as a Rail Analyst, you need a solid background in data analysis, transportation systems, and logistics, often supported by a degree in engineering, transportation, urban planning, or a related field. Familiarity with data visualization tools, GIS software, railway management systems, and industry certifications like FRA safety training is valuable. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills are essential soft skills for excelling in this role. These abilities are crucial for accurately interpreting rail data, ensuring compliance, and providing actionable insights that improve rail operations and safety.

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Infographic showing various Rail Analyst job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 83% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 9% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,085 per year, or $48.1 per hour.

Railroad Safety Inspector (Track)- BIL DIRECT HIRE- SME

Department of Transportation

WI

$89K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

California Conservation Corps rating

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Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Job description

The position(s) are located in the Office of Railroad Safety, Track and Structures Division. The Track and Structures Division is responsible for executing and administering the track and structures safety programs to ensure maximum safety in railroad operations relevants to railroad track, track configuration, track components, rail integrity, bridge and structures, and railroad workplace safety.

PLEASE NOTE: This vacancy has been amended to add additional locations. 

Qualifications:

To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet the specialized experience requirements.

To be qualified for a Railroad Safety Inspector (Track), the Qualifications Standard states you MUST have demonstrated knowledge in the following areas: 

  • Railroad industry, including economic and operating considerations and equipment.
  • General safety and health principles and practices applicable to the railroad industry.
  • Railroad accident investigation techniques.
  • Skill in written an oral communication.
  • Knowledge of railroad track system construction, maintenance, testing, or inspection techniques;
  • Knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of various track system configurations; AND
  • Knowledge of Federal railroad track safety standards.

For the GS-12, to qualify, your experience should include all of the above plus at least one year of specialize experience equal or equivalent to the GS-11, which includes the following:

  • Experience applying Federal Railroad track safety standards/regulations for the purpose of inspecting and identifying track safety deficiencies.
  • Experience ensuring railroad compliance with federal regulations by auditing railroad inspections activities, conducting inspections, assessing safety complaints, and performing accident investigations.
  • Experience producing electronic and automated track inspection and violation reports that describe defective track conditions, narrative accident / incident reports and present safety related information to railroad managers, and federal and state stakeholders.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

  1. Accident Investigation - Knowledge of guidelines, regulations, and procedures associated with an accident investigation including preservation of accident scene, root cause analysis, and evidence detection and handling.
  2. Planning and Evaluating - Organize work, sets priorities, and determine resource requirements; determine short- or long-term goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinate with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes.
  3. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
  4. Oral Communication - Make clear and convincing oral presentations. Listen effectively; clarify information as needed.
  5. Written Communication - Write in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.

For all types of consideration, experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).  Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.  You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
For additional information about applying to Federal positions, please click on the following link:  https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e4
All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

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