Civil Engineer- Rail Structures

STV Incorporated; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

STV Incorporated in Maryland is actively seeking a Civil Engineer with trackwork experience to join the Transit Group. You will lead track and civil design for rail infrastructure across the Mid-Atlantic, mentor junior staff, and provide owners representation to ensure safe, sustainable projects are delivered on time and budget.

The role requires a PE license, a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, and at least 7 years of railway experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive railway engineering experience, including design, construction support, and/or maintenance of rail infrastructure.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Experience with rail and civil design tools such as MicroStation, InRail, OpenRail, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D.

Responsibilities

• Perform owners representative duties and oversee design efforts to deliver project.
• Partner with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to define scope, objectives, technical requirements, and delivery strategies for MTA and other rail projects.
• Lead track and civil design for railway track, stations, bridges, tunnels, and related infrastructure using sound engineering judgment and applicable tools.
• Provide technical guidance to meet applicable local, state, national, and industry standards for safety, accessibility, environmental impact, and rail operations.
• Anticipate challenges and develop practical mitigation strategies that support quality, schedule, budget, and constructability goals.
• Support construction by responding to RFIs, reviewing shop drawings and submittals, and coordinating with contractors and project teams.
• Apply QA/QC procedures to deliver accurate, coordinated, and constructible work products.
• Monitor progress, track project needs, and identify opportunities to improve delivery efficiency.
• Communicate updates, milestones, technical issues, and action items with clients, agencies, contractors, and internal teams.
• Prepare reports, drawings, specifications, calculations, and other technical deliverables aligned with STV and client standards.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices that improve efficiency, resiliency, and sustainability.
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff while contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

InRail

OpenRail

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

STV is seeking a Civil Engineer with trackwork experience to join our Transit Group in one of our Maryland offices. This is a strong opportunity for an experienced track and civil engineering professional to step into a visible technical leadership role on complex transit infrastructure projects throughout Maryland and the surrounding Mid-Atlantic region. You will manage track and civil design efforts, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, provide owners representative support, support clients and project managers, and help deliver practical, safe, and sustainable rail solutions. This role reports to the Transit Lead and works closely with project leadership and design teams.

Why STV

At STV, you will be part of a nationally recognized transportation and infrastructure firm delivering projects that improve mobility, strengthen communities, and shape transit systems throughout Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic. You will work on meaningful rail and transit infrastructure, collaborate with experienced technical leaders, mentor developing engineers, and grow in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment. STV invests in its people through professional development, mentorship, continuing education support, competitive benefits, and opportunities to contribute to visible work with lasting impact.

What You’ll Do

• Perform owners representative duties and oversee design efforts to deliver project.
• Partner with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to define scope, objectives, technical requirements, and delivery strategies for MTA and other rail projects.
• Lead track and civil design for railway track, stations, bridges, tunnels, and related infrastructure using sound engineering judgment and applicable tools.
• Provide technical guidance to meet applicable local, state, national, and industry standards for safety, accessibility, environmental impact, and rail operations.
• Anticipate challenges and develop practical mitigation strategies that support quality, schedule, budget, and constructability goals.
• Support construction by responding to RFIs, reviewing shop drawings and submittals, and coordinating with contractors and project teams.
• Apply QA/QC procedures to deliver accurate, coordinated, and constructible work products.
• Monitor progress, track project needs, and identify opportunities to improve delivery efficiency.
• Communicate updates, milestones, technical issues, and action items with clients, agencies, contractors, and internal teams.
• Prepare reports, drawings, specifications, calculations, and other technical deliverables aligned with STV and client standards.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices that improve efficiency, resiliency, and sustainability.
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff while contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive railway engineering experience, including design, construction support, and/or maintenance of rail infrastructure.
• Experience with rail and civil design tools such as MicroStation, InRail, OpenRail, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D.
• Working knowledge of railway standards and regulations, including AREMA, CPUC, AAR, and FRA requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills and comfort working in a multidisciplinary project environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information to clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate across teams, and maintain quality while meeting deadlines.

Compensation Range: $124,726.29 - $142,544.33

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Back-Up Dependent Care
• Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good‑faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.

STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,400 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities. The firm is ranked 32nd in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 10th in its transportation category. STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world‑class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. We’re also committed to delivering formative career experiences – and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm. We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations. Learn more at stvinc.com. STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions. We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects. Learn more. STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.