Senior Track Engineer – Rail Design & Projects Lead

Egis in the U.S.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company 
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Paid time off and flexible holidays

Hybrid and remote opportunities whereビ

Life insurance

HSA with employer contributions

FSA for healthcare and dependent care

Paid family leave

Wellness programs and professional dev

Education assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Egis in the U.S. is seeking a Senior Track Engineer to join our Chicago, IL office. You will lead the design of railroad track systems, coordinate with multi-discipline teams, and guide project budgets, schedules, and technical reviews.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years of railroad experience, PE licensure in Illinois, and strong knowledge of AREMA standards. This role offers technical growth, collaboration with industry experts, and opportunities to influence transport infrastructure in Illinois

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• 8+ years of railroad or track engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Illinois or ability to obtain.
• Knowledge of AREMA standards, railroad design practices, track alignment/geometry, construction methods, and maintenance principles.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenRail Designer, GIS.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering of railroad track systems: alignments, turnouts, rails, ballast, yards, crossings.
• Prepare and review construction drawings, specifications, calculations, cost estimates, bid documents.
• Perform track geometry analysis and rehabilitation/maintenance recommendations.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, drainage, signal, and transportation teams.
• Provide oversight for rail improvement, expansion, and rehabilitation projects.
• Support construction: shop drawings, RFIs, site inspections, field engineering.
• Ensure compliance with FRA, AREMA, state DOTs, and client standards.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and deliverables; mentor junior staff.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and BD activities.

Skills

Project management

Strong communication

Mentoring

Client coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation

OpenRail Designer

GIS

Job description

Egis in the U.S. is seeking a Senior Track Engineer to join our Chicago, IL office. You will lead the design of railroad track systems, coordinate with multi-discipline teams, and guide project budgets, schedules, and technical reviews.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years of railroad experience, PE licensure in Illinois, and strong knowledge of AREMA standards. This role offers technical growth, collaboration with industry experts, and opportunities to influence transport infrastructure in Illinois