Rail Engineer II

Mott MacDonald; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Parental leave

Company paid life insurance

Job summary

Mott MacDonald in Raleigh, NC is hiring an entry-level Civil Engineer to assist in rail infrastructure projects. This role includes design support, technical documentation, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and basic knowledge of transportation design. The position offers competitive benefits, including a comprehensive package of health and retirement benefits. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant experience in civil engineering design is preferred.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress towards licensure is advantageous.
• Basic understanding of rail alignment and/or transportation design concepts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the design of rail infrastructure.
• Assist with technical documentation, calculations, and engineering deliverables.
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team for design projects.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Engineering software (Bentley, OpenRail, OpenRoads)

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Bentley design software

Job description

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

If you share that vision, even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we’d still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience. Let’s explore how we can support your growth and help you take the next step in your career, while contributing to an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

Mott MacDonald is currently involved in several major infrastructure projects in the rail and transit realms. We are currently seeking a highly motivated, experienced individual to complement our team and assist with infrastructure assignments for public and private-sector clients. This role may also include direct embedment with our client.

Responsibilities

• Support the design of rail infrastructure, including track and alignment, under the guidance of senior engineers
• Assist in preparing calculations, technical documentation, engineering drawings, reports, specifications, and cost estimates
• Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team to support coordinated, high-quality design deliverables
• Review design documents for consistency and coordination with supervision
• Help coordinate with stakeholders, including railroads, municipalities, and other entities, with guidance from senior team members
• Participate in verbal and written communication with clients, contractors, and internal teams
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, partners, and clients
• Learn and apply technical software and design workflows to support project delivery
• Contribute to proposal preparation and supporting materials as needed
• Perform assigned design tasks with increasing independence while seeking guidance when appropriate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related technical field from an accredited university
• 0–2 years of relevant experience in civil engineering design (rail, trackwork, or roadway design exposure preferred)
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or working toward obtaining licensure
• Familiarity with Bentley design software (OpenRail, OpenRoads, or similar) is a plus
• Basic understanding of rail alignment and/or transportation design concepts preferred
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including organization and attention to detail
• Proactive self-starter who’s also flexible and able to adapt and learn
• Confident and positive attitudeDesire and flexibility to travel across the state a plus
• Strong written and communication skills
• Based on project needs, random drug testing may be required
• A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are required for this position

Benefits & Reward

At Mott MacDonald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. We provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and company paid life insurance.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

Collaboration at Our Core

At Mott MacDonald, we believe great ideas happen when we’re together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

Equal opportunity is the law.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.