Senior Railroad Track Engineer - Lead Design and Mentorship

Egis; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Hybrid work

Life insurance

Education assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

We are seeking a Senior Track Engineer at Egis in Chicago to lead railroad track design and related engineering activities for major projects in Illinois. You will coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines, review drawings and calculations, and mentor junior staff.

The role requires a PE license (or ability to obtain in Illinois), 8+ years of railroad experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenRail Designer, and GIS tools. Some travel to project sites is expected.

Qualifications

• PE license required or ability to obtain in Illinois.
• 8+ years of railroad or track engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of AREMA standards and railroad design practices.
• Experience with track alignment, geometry, and construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of railroad track systems, including alignments, turnouts, rail, ties, ballast, and yard layouts.
• Prepare and review construction drawings, technical specifications, calculations, cost estimates, bid documents, and design reports.
• Perform track geometry analysis and develop rehabilitation or maintenance recommendations.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, drainage, signal, and transportation teams.
• Provide technical oversight for rail improvement, expansion, and rehabilitation projects.
• Support construction activities through shop drawings, RFIs, submittals, site inspections, and field engineering support.
• Ensure compliance with FRA regulations, AREMA standards, State DOT requirements, and client design standards.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables; mentor junior engineers and staff.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and business development activities.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Travel to project sites

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

OpenRail Designer

GIS and survey tools

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Track Engineer at Egis in Chicago to lead railroad track design and related engineering activities for major projects in Illinois. You will coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines, review drawings and calculations, and mentor junior staff.

The role requires a PE license (or ability to obtain in Illinois), 8+ years of railroad experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenRail Designer, and GIS tools. Some travel to project sites is expected.