Junior Rail Structures Engineer — Growth & Field Experience

Olsson; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Olsson is seeking an entry-level Assistant Engineer on the Rail Structures team in Omaha, NE. The role supports design elements, modeling, and technical calculations under supervision, with opportunities to mentor interns and travel to project sites.

The position emphasizes collaboration, ownership of tasks, and growth within a civil/structural engineering environment. A driver’s license and flexible scheduling are valued as part of our client-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project design elements using standard techniques and established methods.
• Perform entry-level plan production with clearly defined instructions.
• Gain experience working within design and modeling software.
• Support senior staff with project schedules and technical engineering calculations.
• Contribute to limited portions of broader projects under direct supervision.
• Gather and prepare research for technical reports.
• Provide mentoring to student interns by answering questions and guiding routine assignments.
• Travel and work in various terrain and weather conditions at project sites in different construction stages.

Skills

Team collaboration

Ownership

Communication skills

Problem solving

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Risa 3D analysis

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Olsson is seeking an entry-level Assistant Engineer on the Rail Structures team in Omaha, NE. The role supports design elements, modeling, and technical calculations under supervision, with opportunities to mentor interns and travel to project sites.

The position emphasizes collaboration, ownership of tasks, and growth within a civil/structural engineering environment. A driver’s license and flexible scheduling are valued as part of our client-focused approach.