Engineer III

RailPros; United States; Remote; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Wellness Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

RailPros is seeking a Railroad Structural Engineer in Chicago, IL. This role involves designing and analyzing railroad structures, including bridges and retaining walls. A Bachelor's degree in engineering and 3+ years of relevant experience are required.

The ideal candidate will have experience with AREMA guidelines, proficiency in CAD software, and strong communication skills. The position offers benefits including comprehensive health insurance, a retirement savings plan, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of prior experience required.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification is preferred.
• Experience producing drawings with CAD software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform moderate design tasks or lead review tasks.
• Prepare portions of project documents or provide markups for reviewed documents.
• Conduct research and investigations.

Skills

Designing per the AREMA manual for Railway Engineering

Proficiency with electronic communication

Basic oral and written communication skills

Ability to interact effectively with other staff members

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program

Tools

CAD software

Mathcad

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Chicago, IL 60606
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: 4 Year Degree
• Salary Range: $78,000.00 - $105,000.00
• SalaryTravel Percentage: Up to 30%
• Job Shift: Day
• Job Category: Engineering

Who We Are:

RailPros is the premier provider of engineering and diversified safety services to America's rail and transit industry. Driven by a passion for our people, clients, and communities, we are committed to solving our customers' challenges and earning their trust through teamwork, continuous improvement, and service excellence. As a people first organization, we prioritize the safety, well being, and growth of our employees, fostering a culture of caring and support. We believe that when our people thrive, our company thrives.

Job Summary:

The Railroad Structural Engineer develops extensive knowledge and skills in the design and analysis of Railroad Structures including but not limited to railroad bridges, retaining walls, and shoring. This role involves evaluating, selecting, and applying standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform tasks or sequences of tasks for conventional projects with minimal complexity. The position requires using judgment to adapt methods for non-routine aspects of assignments and working on small projects or portions of larger projects.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform moderate design tasks or lead review tasks
• Prepare portions of project documents or provide markups for reviewed documents
• Edit or review specifications
• Conduct research and investigations
• Work independently on tasks and use discretion to address concerns before contacting the client
• Other duties as assigned or required to meet business needs

Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Experience designing per the AREMA manual for Railway Engineering
• Proficiency with electronic communication, including email and text, and standard office applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite)
• Mathcad proficiency a plus
• Basic oral and written communication skills
• Ability to interact effectively with other staff members
• Spanish language a plus

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program.

3+ years of prior experience required.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience producing drawings with CAD software

Additional Qualifications:

• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification

Benefits & Perks:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Additional Coverage Plans: Accident plan, critical illness plan, and hospital indemnity with employee to family coverage
• Legal Shield, ID Shield, Pet Insurance: Added protection for you... and your pets
• Life & Disability Insurance: Employer provided coverage with additional voluntary options available
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with employer match includes pre and post deduction options
• Paid Time Off (PTO): With carryover each year
• Paid Holidays: For full time employees
• Wellness Programs: Access to wellness initiatives and resources
• Discount Programs: Exclusive discounts on products and services
• Company Merchandise Allowance: Company funded allowance for our online store
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA): With employer match
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): Employer funded
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): For dependent care expenses
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Support for personal and professional challenges
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training and career growth
• Balanced Work Environment: A culture that respects boundaries so employees can recharge and bring their best selves to work
• Tuition Reimbursement: Support for continued education or professional development
• Professional & Career Growth: Through mentorship, continuous training, career path partnerships, goal setting, and succession planning
• Culture & Recognition: Employee spotlights, annual Service Excellence Awards, alignment committee, philanthropy opportunities, company events, monthly new hire calls, monthly newsletters, feedback surveys, and quarterly town halls

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

RailPros provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations unless doing so would impose undue hardship. For accommodation requests, contact [e-mail].