Senior Rail Project Engineer

Dewberry; New York (NY); On-site; USD 145,600 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

Dewberry is seeking a Senior Rail Project Engineer in New York City to join their Transportation Service Line. The ideal candidate must have a BS degree in Civil Engineering, a PE License, and at least 10 years of experience in rail engineering, including a strong technical background in railroad design.

The role involves supporting design teams, preparing plans, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The salary range is projected between $145,600 and $208,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience, with a strong technical background in railroad engineering.
• Basic understanding of track design, signals, traction power, and maintenance practices.
• Experience in transportation engineering, including freight rail or passenger transit.

Responsibilities

• Supports design teams and junior engineers with broad railroad engineering knowledge.
• Provides resource for railroad operational and maintenance practices.
• Prepares written plans and conducts QC review of contract documents.

Skills

Railroad engineering principles

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

BS degree in Civil Engineering

PE License

Job description

Job Description

Dewberry is seeking a Senior Rail Project Engineer. The team player will join Dewberry’s national Transportation Service Line as part of growing Transit and Freight Rail Practice. Candidate must have a BS degree in Civil Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of rail engineering experience. Knowledgeable of AREMA track design standards and an understanding of signal system, OCS/Traction power requirements.. Prior experience with local transportation agencies and clients such as MTA, LIRR, Metro North, NJ Transit, MBTA, Amtrak and Freight railroads is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Applies broad knowledge of railroad engineering principles and practices to support design teams and junior engineers.
• Provides a resource of railroad operational, and maintenance practices to design teams.
• Works on projects of small size or portions of larger projects.
• Supports preparation of written plans, reports and provides overall qc review of contract documents for compliance with AREMA, FTA, FRA requirements.

Required Skills & Required Experience

• BS degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• PE License is required.
• 10 years of experience, with a strong technical background in RR engineering and basic understanding of track design, signals, traction power and maintenance practices.
• Experience in transportation engineering, including inspection and/or design for freight rail or passenger transit facilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Local experience is preferred.
• A willingness to support business development activities
• Experience working in a team environment.

Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Salary Range

The projected range for this position is $145,600 to $208,00 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly. These ranges are for NY only.