Co-op Engineer: Track Design/Rail - Fall/Winter 2026-2027

HNTB; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

HNTB is seeking a full-time Engineering Co-Op in Philadelphia to assist engineer teams with various tasks and the preparation of engineering drawings. Candidates must have a high school diploma and be enrolled in an accredited post-secondary engineering program. Responsibilities include learning design fundamentals and assisting with project development. This role is a great opportunity for those interested in track and railroad design, although visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent plus current enrollment in an accredited post-secondary engineering program.
• Understands engineering, geometric, and algebraic principles at a basic level.
• Ability to apply direction from peers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineer teams in various tasks and duties.
• Assist Engineer with the preparation of engineering drawings and documents as assigned.
• Participate in field visits or client meetings.

Skills

Basic engineering calculations

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Understanding of engineering principles

Organizational skills

Education

Current enrollment in an accredited post-secondary engineering program

Completion of 2 years of post‑secondary engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

OpenRail

OpenRoads

REVIT

Job description

What We're Looking For

With more than 100 years of profitable sustainable growth, HNTB is one of the most prominent engineering, architecture and planning firms in the nation. Employee‑owned, with more than 6,000 employees and 70+ offices nationwide, HNTB serves clients in the rail/transportation industry with integrity, technical excellence and a commitment to performance providing quality work, on time, on budget and to the client’s satisfaction. HNTB’s project portfolio includes: Brightline (Miami, Florida), Sound Transit’s University Link Light Rail Extension (Seattle, WA), Tappan Zee Bridge (Nyack, New York), and 49ers Levi’s Stadium (Santa Clara, CA).

Aspects Of The Position Include

• Assist in preparation of design documents for trackwork, including alignments, drainage, grading and estimates
• Learning environmental mitigation
• Learning basic transit and high speed rail design and construction fundamentals
• Participate in field visits or client meetings
• Opportunity to develop CAD drafting skill set
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You’ll Do

• Assist engineer teams in various tasks and duties
• Assist Engineer with research, development and design of projects
• Assist Engineer with the preparation of engineering drawings and documents as assigned
• Performs other duties as assigned

What You’ll Need

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent plus current enrollment in an accredited post-secondary engineering program

What You’ll Bring

• Understands engineering, geometric, and algebraic principles at a basic level
• Shows proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Accepts and applies direction from peers and supervisors
• Obtains an understanding of introductory shop drawing and submittal procedures and requirements
• Ability to perform basic engineering calculations
• Ability to organize information for use in drawings or other documents

What We Prefer

• Completion of 2 years of post‑secondary Civil, Electrical or Mechanical engineering program
• Basic knowledge of a drafting software (AutoCAD, Microstation, OpenRail, OpenRoads, OR REVIT)
• Interested in track and/or railroad design

Additional Information

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Locations

King of Prussia, PA (Geerdes), King of Prussia, PA (Norristown), Philadelphia, PA (Pennsylvania)

Job Type: Co-Op

Full/Part Time: Full time

Job Category: Engineering Group

ReqID: R-29874 #college

Relocation and housing are NOT provided for these positions.