Rail & Transit Project Engineer — Boston Growth Path

Engtal; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & Development

Career growth

Company vehicle

Annual raises

Job summary

Engtal in Greater Boston seeks a Project Engineer to support rail and transit, bridge, highway and heavy civil work as part of its Rail & Transit team. You will collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, engineers, subcontractors, and field teams from project startup through closeout.

This role offers long-term stability within a regional Massachusetts operation with a strong MBTA and infrastructure backlog, promising a path toward Project Manager roles and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Prior Project Engineer, Field Engineer, or heavy civil construction experience.
• Rail or transit construction experience preferred.
• Experience reading civil drawings, specs, and construction documents.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Bluebeam and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with HCSS or Primavera P6 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers and Superintendents with day-to-day project execution.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change documentation, and project records.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and construction documents.
• Track quantities, productivity, costs, and project progress.
• Assist with procurement and subcontractor coordination.
• Support project scheduling, forecasting, and short-term planning.
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
• Assist with work plans, safety documentation, and quality-control requirements.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Rail experience

Blueprint reading

Communication

MS Office

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related

Tools

HCSS

Job description

Engtal in Greater Boston seeks a Project Engineer to support rail and transit, bridge, highway and heavy civil work as part of its Rail & Transit team. You will collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, engineers, subcontractors, and field teams from project startup through closeout.

This role offers long-term stability within a regional Massachusetts operation with a strong MBTA and infrastructure backlog, promising a path toward Project Manager roles and professional development.