Senior Rail / Track Project Engineer

Colliers; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Senior Track Design Engineer to apply engineering fundamentals for rail projects. The role involves performing engineering calculations, generating cost estimates, and ensuring compliance with design standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering and at least 6 years of relevant experience in track design.

Benefits

Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid pregnancy disability leave

Life insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off including parental and military leave

Professional license bonuses

Generous wellness and education reimbursement programs

Qualifications

• 6+ years experience in track design and railroad engineering.
• Ability to ensure designs meet standards.
• Strong work ethic and team player.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and create estimates.
• Research and apply code provisions to design.
• Create cost estimates for project alternatives.
• Interpret drawings from multiple disciplines.
• Submit designs for approval processes and permits.

Skills

Proficiency in Microstation

Proficiency in OpenRoads

Engineering calculations

Research and design options

Ability to create drawings from sketches

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Track Design Engineer that willapply engineering fundamentals for technical support of project design teams.

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.
• Interpret drawings from multiple disciplines for specific projects.
• Research design options and document findings for project manager.
• Submit concept designs and work through approval processes such as permits from municipalities.
• Work with senior engineers to create project designs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering.
• 6 plus years experience in track design and railroad engineering.
• All candidates should be at minimum proficient in Microstation and OpenRoads.
• Develop drawings by modifying or replicating prior projects.
• Ability to create drawings from sketches.
• Ability to ensure designs are in accordance with company and client production and design standards.
• A strong work ethic, excellent attention to detail, and eagerness to learn.
• 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!

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