Economic/Data Analyst (Remote Work)

Overview: MxV Rail is seeking a detail-oriented individual to assist in data analysis and business analyst capacity. The individual is responsible for data analysis, determining prices listed in the Association of American Railroads (AAR) Car and Locomotive Repair Billing Price Masters, and performing cost-benefit analyses as required by the AAR Technical Committees. Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform cost-benefit analyses for changes to AAR Interchange Rules, Standards, and/or Specifications prescribed in the AAR Office Manual.
• Compile descriptive and inferential statistics for AAR Technical Committees.
• Assist in conducting quarterly price surveys, the annual railcar repair facility overhead study, and updating car and locomotive repair price formulas to comply with AAR Rule changes.
• Create and maintain car repair time standards based on observations conducted in railcar facilities.
• Perform tasks as required by the AAR Locomotive Repair and Car Repair Billing Committees.
• Communicate information, ideas, and concepts through data visualization tools.
• Work closely with MxV Rail's Senior Economist/Data Scientist and Technical Standards Committee Managers.
• Other support for the Technical Committees and AAR Auditing Agencies as directed by the Assistant Vice President - Technical Services.
• Ensures that all duties and responsibilities are performed in a safe manner.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Open to learning and living the MxV Rail values (Momentum, Insight, Teamwork, Rigor, Purpose) in all facets of the organization's work.
• A desire to work in the spirit of collaboration, transparency, accountability, and inclusion and equity.
• Associate degree in data science, economics, mathematics, engineering, business, or a related discipline, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Programming experience (SAS, Python, or similar statistical software tools).
• Demonstrated experience in data mining and analysis.
• Ability to aggregate and analyze large and complex data sets from diverse sources.
• A self-motivated individual with demonstrated ability to manage workload with minimal direct supervision.
• Effective and positive communication skills (verbal & written).
• Strong organizational skills with strict attention to detail.
• MxV Rail policy requires all prospective employees to complete a criminal background check (Disclosure for Consumer Reports Consent Form) and a pre-employment substance abuse screening (Applicant Consent for Drug Testing Form) as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications: In addition to the minimum qualifications, the following are preferred:

• Knowledge of railroad operations and maintenance, AAR Car Repair Billing, and AAR Interchange Rules.
• Bachelor's degree in data science, engineering, mathematics, economics, or business.
• Eight or more years of experience in data mining and analysis.
• Understanding of the AAR Committee process.

Working Environment and Level of Physical Activity: The conditions herein represent those that an employee must meet to perform this job's essential functions successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Environment: Office and field environments. Must be able to walk in an industrial and/or railroad environment, including uneven surfaces such as ballast.
• Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents.
• Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
• Travel: Requirements will range from 15 to 25 percent.

Benefits

Overview:

• Health, Dental, Life, and Vision Insurance
• Railroad Retirement
• 401(k) Program with Company Match
• AAR Pension Plan
• Life Insurance (life, accident, or disability insurance)
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Incentive Compensation Program
• Fortnight Schedule
• Remote Work
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program

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