Senior Civil / Track Design Engineer

Overview

Lead railroad track design, create construction docs, and mentor junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• rail design
• team mentoring
• design software
• coordination
• client liaison
• project delivery

Tasks

-Lead the planning and design of comprehensive railroad engineering projects including track alignments, grading plans, and drainage solutions -Supervise and mentor junior engineers and technical staff, fostering a supportive and productive work environment -Utilize advanced design software such as Microstation/Power & Open Rail and AutoCAD Civil 3D to create detailed drawings and construction documents -Engage in cross-disciplinary coordination with signal and operations teams to ensure optimal design efficiency and operational integrity -Represent Zephyr Rail in consultations and meetings with clients and governmental bodies, enhancing our commitment to stakeholder engagement and collaborative project management -Contribute to high-profile rail projects that define the cutting-edge of North American rail infrastructure

Requirements

• b.sc civil
• pe license
• leadership
• microstation
• civil 3d
• track design

What You Bring

Zephyr Rail, a celebrated name in the railroad design and construction management industry, seeks a seasoned Senior Civil/Track Design Engineer to join our innovative team. Recently ranked among the best engineering firms to work for by the Zweig Group in 2023 and known for our groundbreaking use of technology in civil engineering projects, we offer a dynamic workplace environment geared towards professional growth and innovation. -Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering; a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification is highly preferred -Strong communication and leadership skills, capable of managing multifaceted engineering projects and leading diverse teams -Proficiency in civil design software such as Microstation/Power & Open Rail or Civil 3D -5-10 Years of experience in Railroad Track Design - required -Demonstrated experience in railroad track design, underscoring a deep understanding of the complexities involved in rail systems engineering

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Benefits

Salary Range: $40.00 - $80.00/hourBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Paid Holidays, 401K -We are unable to provide Sponsorship at this time -Unparalleled health benefits and 401k programs

About Zephyr Rail

-Carved a niche delivering railway engineering design—from feasibility studies and track alignment to at‑grade crossings and PS&E packages. -Provides full‑spectrum construction management services including contract administration, resident engineering, project controls and agency coordination. -Augments engineering and CM capabilities with a state‑of‑the‑art UAV fleet for aerial mapping, inspection, photogrammetry, 4K video and terrain modeling. -Awarded recent contracts such as LOSSAN’s Ortega Siding and Leesdale Siding Extension to expand track capacity and reliability in Southern California. -Typically works on light, commuter, freight and heavy rail corridor projects across California and beyond, often deploying drones to accelerate schedules. -Standout fact: one of the few firms FAA‑approved under Part 107 to operate UAVs in support of railroad engineering projects.

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Visa Sponsorship

-we are unable to provide sponsorship at this time.