Rail Track Engineer

HDR; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Rail Track Engineer in Kentucky. This role involves preparing engineering designs for railroad projects, overseeing less experienced engineers, and collaborating with project managers. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree, a PE license, and have substantial experience in transportation design (railroad preferred). Strong communication and project management skills are essential. The position fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, advocating for employee engagement and empowerment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license needed.
• Must have 3+ years experience in railroad projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve in a technical role under a Project Manager.
• Oversee the work of EITs and Junior Project Engineers.
• Prepare detailed engineering designs for rail projects.

Skills

Transportation design experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microstation

OpenRail Designer

AutoCAD

Civil3D

MS Office

Job description

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Responsibilities

• Serve in a technical role, under the direction of a Project Manager
• Oversee the work of EITs and Junior Project Engineers
• Prepare detailed engineering designs for rail projects
• Take responsibility for project involvement, ranging from site feasibility analysis to final design and through the construction phase
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years experience in transportation design – railroad projects
• Knowledge of "legacy" InRail/InRoadsplatform

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Hands‑on experience with Microstation, OpenRail Designer, AutoCAD and Civil3D
• Must be able to work both independently and in a team setting
• MS Office software experience
• Excellent oral and written communication and project management skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Location

Primary Location: United States-Kentucky-Lexington

Other Locations: United States-Kentucky-Louisville, United States-Kentucky-Paducah, United States-Tennessee-Nashville

Job Posting Date: Dec 8, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.