Analyst Digital Train Inspection

Job Description

Digital Train Inspection utilizes a suite of advanced detectors, placed trackside, to observe and inspect passing trains. This technology includes Artificial Intelligence (AI) with camera-based technology, laser systems, acoustics, and other devices that observe and measure performance of critical railcar components. 

Primary Purpose: 

Works alongside Digital Train Inspection team members to support Norfolk Southern's comprehensive Digital Train Inspection network through data analysis, reporting, investigation, and process improvement initiatives. Responsible for developing data products and analytical solutions that support safety, reliability, and operational performance. 

Principal Duties: 

• Perform analytics, investigations, and research supporting Digital Train Inspection and Mechanical Operations. 
• Analyze Digital Train Inspection and operational datasets to identify trends, anomalies, performance issues, and improvement opportunities. 
• Develop reports, dashboards, datasets, and other data products to support operational and business decision-making. 
• Conduct statistical analysis and data validation to support investigations, testing, and performance monitoring. 
• Monitor detector performance, system health, and data quality and assist in resolving data integrity issues. 
• Research, test, and evaluate Digital Train Inspection technologies, analytical methods, and process improvements. 
• Create and maintain database tables, queries, and complex datasets from multiple data sources. 
• Develop recommendations and communicate findings to stakeholders through reports, presentations, and visualizations. 
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, data science, technology teams, vendors, and external stakeholders to support analytical initiatives. 
• Support creation and implementation of analytical solutions designed to improve safety, reliability, and operational performance. 
• Build and maintain effective working relationships while supporting team and departmental objectives. 
• Manage multiple assignments and priorities with limited supervision while delivering timely, high-quality results.

Skills

Job Related Experience: 

• Minimum Level: 2-3 years  
• Preferred Level: 3-7 years 

Education: 

• Preferred Level: Bachelor’s Degree (BS) 
• Preferred Majors: Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Analytics, Machine Learning. Other technical degrees may be considered with relevant work experience. 

Licenses / Certifications: 

• Required: None listed  
• Preferred: Alteryx Designer Core 

Technical Skills: 

• Engineering  
• Data querying with SQL (Teradata, Microsoft SQL Server, DB2, Databricks) 
• Statistical analysis and experimental design 
• Data Reporting 
• Dashboard creation (PowerBI) 
• MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) 

Preferred Technical Skills: 

• Alteryx development  
• Machine learning  
• Coding (python) 
• Working knowledge of train operation processes with a solid understanding of railroad operations.     

Skills and Abilities: 

• Flexibility to work independently and collaboratively across teams. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts and analytical findings. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Time management skills with the ability to prioritize work according to operational needs.
• Careful attention to detail.
• Outcome-driven self-starter capable of working with limited supervision.
• Ability to translate data into actionable recommendations.

Work Conditions