Track Design Engineer

Gannett Fleming; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Wellness programs and benefits

401(k) with company match

PTO and education reimbursement

Job summary

GFT, a transportation-focused engineering firm, seeks a Track Design Engineer in Kansas City, MO. Hybrid work model with a mix of office and field tasks, collaborating across civil, structural, and signal teams to deliver robust rail projects.

The candidate should have a civil engineering degree (ABET-accredited), FE eligibility, and 2+ years rail design experience, with proficiency in MicroStation/OpenRail and Microsoft Office. Strong reading of plans and teams skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam required.
• Minimum of 2 years' professional civil engineering rail design experience.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and MicroStation or OpenRail Designer.
• Reading plans and shop drawings; evaluate contractor compliance with construction plans and specs.
• Team-oriented engineer with strong communication and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction documents using MicroStation/OpenRail.
• Develop horizontal and vertical designs using MicroStation/OpenRail for rail projects.
• Assist others in preparing probable cost of construction or other cost estimating tasks.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, and signal teams to integrate rail projects.
• Support permitting and compliance with AREMA standards and railroad engineering guidelines.
• Receive instructions from Project Manager or Senior Project Engineers.

Skills

Track design

Civil engineering

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reading plans

Time management

Education

ABET-accredited degree in civil engineering

FE exam passed

Tools

MicroStation/OpenRail

Microsoft Office

OpenRail Designer

Job description

What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking a Track Design Engineer to join our Transportation Team in Kansas City, MO! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Kansas City, MO office.

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 highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway 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:

This position will include civil engineering design, construction document preparation including CAD design, specifications and estimates for a variety of projects, including rail, road, airport infrastructure, coastal development, site development, storm water management and utilities design projects. Day to day assignments and technical guidance will be directed by current staff Project Managers. This position will also involve coordination with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and personnel across GFT offices. Applicants must possess strong technical skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills. GFT appreciates the importance of work-life balance and offers flexible work schedules and environments.

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

• Preparation of construction documents using MicroStation/OpenRail.
• Develop horizontal and vertical designs using MicroStation/OpenRail for new track alignments, industry track loops, yard expansions, rehabilitation projects with drainage considerations and grading plans.
• Assist others in preparing probable cost of construction or other cost estimating tasks.
• Work alongside civil, structural, and signal teams to integrate rail projects into broader transportation networks.
• Support permitting and compliance with AREMA standards and railroad engineering guidelines.
• Receives instructions from Project Manager or Senior Project Engineers as to the general results expected.

Education | Experience:

What you will bring to our firm:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited university or college.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (F.E.) exam required.
• Minimum of 2 years' professional civil engineering rail design experience.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and MicroStation or OpenRail Designer.
• Individuals should be competent in reading plans and shop drawings, and in evaluating contractor compliance with construction plans and specifications.
• Team-oriented engineer with strong communication skills, well organized with good time management practices.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with public agencies, railroads, and private developers.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $88,000. Salary is dependent upon experience 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.

Company Overview:

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships - that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

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.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location:

Kansas City, MO

Core Business Hours:

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Employment Status:

Full-Time

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

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