Regional Rail Engineering Lead — Remote USA

Mannik Smith Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and_dis

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Professional development

Job summary

Horrocks is seeking a Regional Lead – Rail Engineer to guide its rail practice across the United States. This senior role leads design, delivery, and client relationships for regional rail projects, mentoring staff and expanding Horrocks’ presence.

The ideal candidate has PE licensure and 10+ years in rail infrastructure, with strong leadership, BD, and regulatory knowledge. Remote- USA work arrangement, competitive compensation, and substantial benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in rail, transit, or railroad infrastructure projects.
• PE license required.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary rail projects and managing client relationships.
• Strong track design knowledge for at-grade crossings and grade-separated structures.
• Experience mentoring staff and leading teams across offices.
• Proficient with CAD platforms and standard engineering software.
• Excellent business development, communication, leadership skills.
• Ability to collaborate with railroad staff, clients, agencies, contractors, and internal teams.
• Willingness to travel regionally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide regional leadership for railroad projects and support growth initiatives.
• Plan, design, coordinate, and deliver rail projects (tracks, yards, terminals, etc.).
• Coordinate with railroad companies for DOT and municipal projects involving rail interfaces.
• Serve as senior technical resource for rail design and infrastructure.
• Build relationships with clients, railroad operators, agencies, and partners.
• Support business development including client engagement, proposals, and pursuits.
• Mentor engineers and junior staff across offices.
• Collaborate with Project Managers on staffing and efficiency.
• Coordinate with agencies across states to ensure compliance.
• Lead QA/QC procedures throughout project development.
• Help standardize rail engineering practices and delivery processes.
• Travel for client meetings, site visits, and industry events.

Skills

Civil Eng degree

10 yrs rail exp

PE license

Lead multidisciplinary rail

Track design standards

Mentoring staff

CAD & engineering tools

Business development

Stakeholder collaboration

Independent with teamwork

Regional travel

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Engineering software

Job description

Horrocks is seeking a Regional Lead – Rail Engineer to guide its rail practice across the United States. This senior role leads design, delivery, and client relationships for regional rail projects, mentoring staff and expanding Horrocks’ presence.

The ideal candidate has PE licensure and 10+ years in rail infrastructure, with strong leadership, BD, and regulatory knowledge. Remote- USA work arrangement, competitive compensation, and substantial benefits are offered.