Civil Rail Engineering Specialist

Description

• Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in railway engineering, and incorporate innovative solutions to enhance project efficiency and sustainability.
• Regulatory Compliance: Lead and provide guidance to ensure that projects comply with local, national, and international regulations, codes, and standards related to safety, accessibility, and environmental impact.
• Budget and Schedule Management: Assist project managers in monitoring project budgets and schedules, track expenses, and identify opportunities for cost savings and schedule optimization
• Design Development: Utilize engineering principles and software tools to develop
• Risk Assessment: Help identify potential risks and challenges associated with railway projects and develop mitigation strategies to address them effectively.
• Documentation: Prepare engineering reports, drawings, specifications, and other project documentation in accordance with organizational standards and client requirements.
• Design Support During Construction: Respond to information requests from Prime Contractors during the construction phase, review and approval of all shop plans and construction drawings received from the Prime Contractor.
• Leadership: Supervise and mentor junior engineers and technical staff, fostering a supportive and productive work environment
• Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC): Comply with QA/QC procedures to monitor the quality of documents, workmanship, and construction processes throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Knowledge of railway standards and regulations, including AREMA, CPUC, AAR, and FRA requirements as well as agency standards such as Metrolink, LA Metro, UPRR, BNSF.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• 3+ year proficiency in engineering software such as MicroStation, InRail, Open Rail, AutoCAD, Civil 3D.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• 3-7 years of experience in railway engineering, with a focus on design and design services during construction,
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and project goals.

Benefits

• Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (16 days)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Paid Holidays (8 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Continuing Education Program
• Retirement Counseling
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) Plan

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance