How do they match: Locomotive Engineers

  • Rail Car Operator
  • Rail Detector Car Operator
  • Rail Signaling Specialist
  • Railroad Engineer
  • Railroad Operating Engineer
  • Railway Engineer

  • Drive electric, diesel-electric, steam, or gas-turbine-electric locomotives to transport passengers or freight. Interpret train orders, electronic or manual signals, and railroad rules and regulations.

  • Drive diesel-electric rail-detector cars to transport rail-flaw-detecting machines over tracks.
  • Interpret train orders, signals, or railroad rules and regulations that govern the operation of locomotives.
  • Operate locomotives to transport freight or passengers between stations or to assemble or disassemble trains within rail yards.

  • Inspect locomotives or other railroad equipment.
  • Operate locomotives or other rail vehicles.