Senior Track Engineering Lead — Rail & Transit

VHB; New York (NY); On-site; USD 170,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class benefits

Flexible, hybrid work environment

Support for skills growth and development

Job summary

VHB in New York, NY is seeking a Track Engineering Technical Lead to oversee track design projects and mentor junior engineers. The role involves leading complex rail programs and ensuring collaboration with diverse engineering teams. Ideal candidates should have at least 11 years of experience in track engineering, with a B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field, and a PE license. The position includes competitive compensation in the range of $170,000-$220,000, based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Railway Engineering, or related field (M.S. preferred).
• 11+ years of experience in track engineering, rail construction, or permanent way infrastructure.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Experience with QA/QC programs and project controls for rail infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for trackwork construction and rehabilitation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Manage critical interface points including track geometry verification.
• Lead testing and commissioning activities for track geometry acceptance.

Skills

Track Engineering

Team Leadership

Technical Writing

Stakeholder Coordination

Quality Assurance

Project Management

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field

M.S. in related field

Tools

PMIS platforms (e-Builder, SharePoint)

Job description

VHB in New York, NY is seeking a Track Engineering Technical Lead to oversee track design projects and mentor junior engineers. The role involves leading complex rail programs and ensuring collaboration with diverse engineering teams. Ideal candidates should have at least 11 years of experience in track engineering, with a B.S. in Civil Engineering or related field, and a PE license. The position includes competitive compensation in the range of $170,000-$220,000, based on qualifications and experience.