Transit and Rail Civil Engineer
VHB•Wethersfield, CT
11h•Hybrid
About The Position
VHB is seeking a talented Civil Engineer to join our growing Transportation practice in Wethersfield, CT with a focus on Transit & Rail projects. This hire will be part of a design engineering team supporting a variety of Transportation projects, including railroad and rail/bus transit projects. The candidate should have expertise and experience in the railroad and rail/bus transit industry and a desire to grow in the business.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of transit and rail infrastructure and multi-discipline system integration
- Technical experience in multiple transit and rail design disciplines (site/civil/drainage, track, rail systems, grade crossings, stations structures, transit facilities, bus transit, route design, right-of-way, clearances)
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills and analytical skills
- Strong capability in the use of computer applications including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
- Familiarity with track, station, layover/support/service facilities and general civil engineering
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field of study required, Master’s degree a plus and may substitute for 1 year of experience
- 5-8+ years of professional experience in civil and transit/transportation engineering design required (focus in transit & rail preferred)
- Understanding of railroad and rail transit design requirements including AREMA recommended practices preferred
- PE License required
Nice To Haves
- CTDOT project experience preferred
- Experience with the MicroStation CADD platform is preferred but candidates with AutoCAD experience and the desire to learn MicroStation will be considered
Responsibilities
- Assist and perform civil design on a variety of rail projects including stations, site/civil/drainage, layover/service/support facilities, bus transit, and maintenance of equipment (MOE) and maintenance of way (MOW) yards
- Develop, manage, and maintain project schedules and budgets
- Assist in development of project deliverables
- Support the Project Development process including preparation of conceptual level designs, feasibility studies, planning studies, supporting documentation and quality control
- Perform inspections, evaluations, and assessments of rail and transit infrastructure Develop specifications, cost estimates, and project schedules
- Prepare technical reports and analyses
- Assist in the development of construction bid documents
- Provide design support services during construction
- Work effectively and collaboratively in a multi-discipline team environment
Benefits
- Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
- Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
- Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
- Focus on learning, development, and career growth
- Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
