Rail Structures Project Engineer – Bridges & Transit

Egis

East Hartford (CT)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 145,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

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Job summary

Egis seeks a Structures–Rail Project Engineer to guide rail and transit infrastructure planning, design, and delivery in Connecticut. You will lead structural design for bridges, stations, and related elements while coordinating with track, civil, electrical, and geotechnical teams.

The role requires 5–10 years of rail structure experience, PE or attainable licensure, and strong analysis software skills. This is a full‑time, on‑site position with a focus on project delivery and client

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering.
5–10 years of structural engineering experience, preferably rail/transport.
PE license or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe.
Strong knowledge of structural design principles and materials (steel, concrete).
Experience with rail-specific standards such as AREMA.
Proficiency in structural analysis software.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Lead and support structural design for rail-related infrastructure, including bridges and stations.
Prepare and review engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and reports.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated project delivery.
Perform structural analysis using SAP2000, STAAD, or LARSA.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team development.