Project Engineer (Rail Project Engineer)

Horrocks; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) with 50% match up to 6%

Professional development opportunities

Paid professional organization membership

Job summary

A renowned engineering firm is seeking a Rail Project Engineer in Denver, CO. This role entails leading rail projects from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering high-quality outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and a PE license, with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience. Competitive salary and benefits offered, alongside professional development opportunities to foster growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in rail, transit or site development projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Strong understanding of railroad design and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts and support Project Managers on various rail projects.
• Assign and train junior staff in CAD to meet project deadlines.
• Attend client meetings to strengthen relationships and deliver projects.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to collaborate

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

CAD

Job description

At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from companies with values, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we live and work. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Rail Project Engineer to design and lead rail projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of railroad design, grading, rail layout, rail corridors, federal and state regulations, and a strong competency in CAD. This role will involve strengthening client relationships, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring successful project delivery.

Department: Transportation

Location: Denver, CO

Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts for and support Project Managers manage an array of small to large rail projects simultaneously.
• Assist the Project Manager assign and train junior staff to work proficiently in CAD to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within budget.
• Attend client meetings and support the strengthening of client relationships by contributing to meetings and delivering projects successfully.
• Coordinate with governing agencies across multiple states to ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Implement quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures throughout project development.
• Work closely with Project Managers to gain deeper understanding of business practices and grow into Project management.
• Travel occasionally to rail project sites, in person client meeting, and industry conferences.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in rail, transit or site development projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Commitment to actively contributing to a dynamic and employee-owned culture.

Why a candidate would want this job

At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits, including, but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
• Professional development opportunities including in-house training
• Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure

For more information, visit our website at www.horrocks.com

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status.