Co-op Engineer: Track Design/Rail - Spring/Summer 2027

HNTB Corporation; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB Corporation seeks a Co-op Engineer in the Rail/Track Department in the Philadelphia area. You will work under engineers to produce construction plans, study alignments, and participate in field visits while developing CAD drafting skills and gaining exposure to high-speed rail and passenger projects.

Strong emphasis on learning design fundamentals, environmental mitigation, and coordination with Amtrak, SEPTA, and other authorities.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary engineering program.
• Basic knowledge of engineering concepts including geometry and algebra.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist design teams with trackwork drawings and documentation.
• Learn environmental mitigation and transit design fundamentals.
• Support field visits, client meetings, and CAD drafting tasks.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Enrollment in 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). Our Philadelphia, PA office is seeking a Co-op Engineer to join our Rail/Track Department.

Job Summary

Under one-on-one guidance from engineers, co-op engineers perform basic engineering-related tasks which may reflect elements of standard post-secondary engineering curriculum to create construction plans. Designs include passenger and transit systems around the country including planning studies, state of good repair and high speed rail design. Our team designs key infrastructure investments for multiple passenger rail authorities (Amtrak, SEPTA, MNR, MBTA, MARC, etc.) along the Northeast Corridor and across the US in our multidisciplinary office environment. Our Track Team’s notable past and on-going projects include Amtrak Susquehanna River Bridge Replacement Project 160 MPH Track Design (Havre de Grace, MD), SEPTA King of Prussia Rail Extension (Philadelphia, PA), and PATCO Ben Franklin Bridge Track Rehabilitation (Philadelphia, PA).

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

• Assists engineer teams in various tasks and duties.
• Assists Engineer with research, development and design of projects.
• Assists 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

• Understand(s) 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

Locations

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

About HNTB

At HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don’t have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB’s spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities. Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value. When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee-owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive workplace. We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HNTB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other status protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.

Work Authorization

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will only employ qualified individuals legally authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required. HNTB participates in E-Verify Know your rights: Right to Work