Rail Yard Engineer

Code: 53-4013.00

Also known as: Car Repairman, Engineer, Railcar Switcher, Railroad Engineer, Switchman, Transportation Specialist, Yard Engineer

Description: Rail Yard Engineers drive switching and other in a railroad yard. They typically have a high school diploma or its equivalent. They receive several months of on-the-job training.

Rail Yard Engineer

Typical wages


10% $35,980
25% $42,340
Median $51,720
75% $64,970
90% $81,010
10% $17.3
25% $20.35
Median $24.86
75% $31.24
90% $38.95

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
5,200
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
4,900
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 300