Rail Site Development Engineer - Transportation (Multiple Locations)

Burns & McDonnell; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Rail Site Development Engineer in Orlando, Florida. The role requires directing civil site development projects, coordinating disciplines, and providing leadership. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and 7 years of experience, with knowledge in engineering techniques and strong computer skills. This full-time position offers opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 7 years civil engineering experience required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.
• Ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate work on civil site development infrastructure.
• Provide leadership and guidance to less experienced staff.
• Coordinate with design team members and stakeholders.

Skills

Expert knowledge in engineering techniques

Strong computer skills (AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM)

Excellent written and verbal communication

Critical thinking skills

Detail orientation

Education

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or related degree

Master Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Civil 3D

Hydraulic analysis programs

Job description

Rail Site Development Engineer – Transportation (Multiple Locations)

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Burns & McDonnell’s Transportation Global Practice serves departments of transportation, cities, counties, railroads, ports, and private industry across the country. Our innovative and cost‑effective solutions help improve mobility and safety of people and goods on our nation’s roads, highways, trails, bridges and rail systems. We also provide strategic consulting services to help our clients communicate their vision and secure the funding and support that are critical to their success. Our comprehensive services include design, design‑build, construction management, environmental planning, feasibility studies, inspection, ITS, MS4 compliance assistance, permitting, program management, right‑of‑way acquisition, signaling & lighting, stakeholder engagement, storm water/drainage design, strategic consulting, sustainable design, traffic analysis, transportation enhancement, and utility coordination and relocation.

Responsibilities

• Will direct and coordinate work associated with the study and/or design of civil site development infrastructure systems, including but not limited to rail and stormwater.
• Coordination of activities of several disciplines may be required for projects of significant or moderate scope, or a combination of smaller projects.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff members.
• Assists with supervision of staff and task management on major projects.
• Regularly coordinates with design team members, clients, sub‑consultants, utility companies or other project stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Work with a multi‑discipline team of engineers and technicians in the site civil design and analysis as it relates to rail projects.
• Performs tasks requiring applications of standard civil engineering techniques and procedures.
• Standard design of civil project work.
• Assist task leaders and project managers with various project duties.
• Serve as a team member on multi‑disciplined projects.
• Works with senior staff on technical aspects of a project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 7 years civil engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred.
• Bachelor Degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam with 7 years civil engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred.
• Master Degree in Civil Engineering with 6 years civil engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred.
• Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong computer skills (AutoCAD, MicroStation, BIM (Revit), Civil 3D, PLS, PLS‑CADD, RISA‑3D, MathCADD), and/or hydraulic, hydrologic, pavement, civil analysis programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem‑solving environment.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
• Ability to travel.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License Preferred.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

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Job Details

• Job: Civil Engineering
• Primary Location: US‑MO‑Kansas City
• Other Locations: US‑FL‑Orlando, US‑AR‑Springdale, US‑TX‑Austin, US‑NE‑Omaha, US‑TX‑Fort Worth, US‑TX‑Dallas
• Schedule: Full‑time
• Travel: Yes, 10 % of the time
• Req ID: 254876
• Job Hire Type: Experienced #TRN

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Construction