It's not about the job. It's about the rich, diverse environment. You'll learn a lot. - Anonymous employee BNSF Railway Employee Review

5.0
May 16, 2014
Anonymous employee
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Pros

BNSF Railway has been in business for well over 165 years. I've had the opportunity to work in various departments (from TS to Operations to Contract) and found out what it takes to "move the railroad". If you land a job at BNSF, I highly suggest you learn the Operations part of the railroad... and have an open mind. The company does embrace Diversity.

Cons

Long hours... but how many companies out there still have the typical 8-5 job ?

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5.0
Jun 24, 2026
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Pros

This is a great place to start and grow your career, especially as an MT, with tons of opportunities to take on projects and explore what interests you. Leadership at every level is genuinely supportive and approachable, and people across the company are always willing to teach, mentor, and help you succeed. Compensation and benefits are competitive, and the Business Resource Groups really add to the sense of community and development.

Cons

There are so many opportunities that it can sometimes feel a little overwhelming figuring out what path to focus on. Balancing day-to-day work with all the development options can be a bit challenging depending on your role and workload.

5.0
Jul 3, 2026
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Pros

Great people and strong coworkers across the organization. The company offers competitive pay, strong benefits, and good overall stability. There are many experienced employees who care about the work and are willing to help others succeed.

Cons

The organization can be very hierarchical, which sometimes makes it difficult to drive change or move quickly. Decisions often require multiple layers of approval, so it can take longer than expected to finalize direction or make progress. There is also limited flexibility compared to what many other companies offer, especially when it comes to working arrangements.

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