Sr. Track Engineer

Gannett Fleming; Lower Providence Township (PA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement for continued education

Competitive paid-time-off (PTO)

Job summary

Gannett Fleming is seeking a Senior Track Engineer to join our Transportation Team in Audubon, PA. This role offers a hybrid work environment and requires 15+ years of experience in transit/freight rail design.

The ideal candidate will lead projects, mentor junior staff, and ensure high-quality designs. Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement are provided. Salary ranges from $160,000 to $200,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in design of transit/freight rail projects.
• Professional Engineer license required.
• Ability to lead multiple assignments effectively.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead Track Engineer on projects.
• Plan and supervise the work of junior engineers.
• Grow and mentor staff and participate in recruitment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Experience with Class 1 Railroads

Leadership in civil/track aspects

Knowledge of OpenRail Designer and Civil3D

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking a Senior Track Engineer to join our Transportation Team in Audubon, PA! This role follows a remote or hybrid work model, depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Working on the Transportation team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on railways and facilities or yards, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern railway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all.

Explore some of our signature Transportation projects here.

What you'll be challenged to do:

Currently seeking a Senior Track Engineer within our Transit and Freight Rail Sectors. The candidate will work with multi-discipline teams on wide-ranging transit and rail projects as well as assisting in maintaining existing client relationships. The successful candidate will have a diverse background with extensive experience with transit and freight rail design and capable of being an integral part of a project team committed to providing high quality designs.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Serve as lead Track Engineer on projects.
• Assure that projects are completed within the allocated time and budget.
• Provide team leadership and technical expertise.
• Plan, organize, and supervise the work of junior engineers and technicians serving as project support staff.
• Grow and mentor staff, help recruit, and be a positive role model.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies such as AREMA.
• Serve as a technical specialist for the organization for an assigned area of responsibility.
• Perform independent reviews of major projects.

Education | Experience:

What you'll bring to our firm:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering field required.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in design of major transit/freight rail engineering transportation projects.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong experience working with transit agencies and/or Class 1 Railroads.
• Ability to lead civil/track aspects on multiple assignments.
• Strong experience in the preparation of plans, specifications, estimates, construction phasing, and construction schedules.
• Extensive working knowledge of OpenRail Designer and Civil3D platforms.
• Strong knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and various engineering and scheduling software.
• Professional Engineer license required.
• Active engagement of multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

Compensation:

The range for this position is salary range is $160,000-$200,000. Salary is dependent upon experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

Location: Audubon, PA

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-Time

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the City of San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Applicants in the State of California: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.