Senior Rail & Track Design Lead – Impactful Transit Projects

Colliers Engineering & Design; Conshohocken (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid pregnancy disability leave

Life insurance

401(k)/Roth match

Paid time off including parental &

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Senior Rail & Track Engineer to join our team. Candidate should have a strong background in Class I railroad track design and be capable of leading projects across multiple disciplines.

The role supports a broad range of rail services from planning to final design and construction support. We value independent work, team collaboration, and excellent communication while delivering practical, code-compliant solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is required.
• 8+ years of Class I railroad track design experience is required.
• PE (Professional Engineer) license is required.
• Proficiency with MicroStation OpenRoads is required.
• Knowledge of AREMA design codes is a plus.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for communications.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and create estimates.
• Research and apply code provisions to design.
• Create cost estimates for project alternatives.
• Perform QA/QC by verifying design methodology, calculations, outcomes, etc.
• Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Interpret drawings from multiple disciplines for specific projects.
• Create 3D models.
• Research design options and document findings for project manager.
• Submit concept designs and work through the approval processes.
• Lead the technical design and assigned staff on rail projects and coordinate with disciplines.
• Assist in the development of technical narratives, scope and fee for project pursuits.

Skills

Team player

English communication

Independent worker

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

AREMA knowledge

Tools

MicroStation OpenRoads

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Senior Rail & Track Engineer to join our growing team! We are actively seeking candidates within a commutable distance to any of our Colliers Engineering & Design office locations!

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Senior Rail & Track Engineer to join our growing team! We are actively seeking candidates within a commutable distance to any of our Colliers Engineering & Design office locations!

Our rail and transit systems efficiently connect people and freight throughout the country. Our rail engineers possess a broad range of experience from inside the rail industry and bring a clear understanding of the unique nature of railroad projects. We offer a full range of rail services to Class 1, short line, transit agencies, as well as Department of Transportation and other rail clients. Our professionals provide services for rail freight, intercity passenger rail, commuter rail, and industrial installations. Our expertise ranges from preliminary planning and feasibility studies through final design, construction inspection and operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and create estimates.
• Research and apply code provisions to design.
• Create cost estimates for project alternatives.
• Perform QA/QC by verifying design methodology, calculations, outcomes, etc.
• Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques and procedures and make adaptations and modifications to existing designs.
• Interpret drawings from multiple disciplines for specific projects.
• Create 3D models.
• Research design options and document findings for project manager.
• Submit concept designs and work through the approval processes.
• Lead the technical design and assigned staff on rail projects while developing work plans for various track designs and coordinate with disciplines
• Assist in the development of technical narratives, scope and fee for project pursuits.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering required.
• 8+ years of Class I railroad track design experience required.
• PE (Professional Engineer) license required.
• Proficiency with MicroStation OpenRoads required.
• Knowledge of AREMA design codes a plus.
• Ability to ensure designs are in accordance with company and client production and design standards.
• A team player and be able to work independently.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
  
  

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!