Railway Systems Design Lead

6 days ago

Union, Kentucky, United States HDR Full time
About HDR

At HDR, we specialize in delivering innovative engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. Our multidisciplinary teams comprise experts in various fields, including scientists, economists, builders, analysts, and artists. We believe that diversity is our greatest strength and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

We strive to create an unshakable foundation for progress by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Our collaborative culture emphasizes the importance of teamwork, diversity, thoughtfulness, growth, and learning. We encourage our employees to take ownership of their work and contribute to the company's success.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Rail Infrastructure Engineer to join our team. As a key player in the growth of our freight rail program, you will be responsible for leading railroad and civil engineering design projects. Your expertise will be essential in delivering critical infrastructure for the sustainable movement of goods and people.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead railroad and civil engineering design projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget and scope.
  • Support Project Managers in marketing and contracting activities, including client and stakeholder visits, site visits, and construction inspections.
  • Manage scope, budget, and schedule, as well as develop design criteria, specifications, project guides, and cost estimating activities.
  • Perform railroad and/or civil engineering/design planning, analysis, and design aspects of rail and rail-related transportation projects.
  • Lead and/or perform detailed QC reviews of projects.
  • Attend industry events and represent HDR as needed.
  • Mentor younger staff and support technical development.
  • Supervise junior staff performance of engineering tasks.
  • Work across industries with rail, industrial, terminal, utility, agency, DOT, port, transit, and other industry clients.
  • Provide leadership across technical disciplines.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
  • Professional Engineering (P.E. or P. Eng.) license.
  • 5 years railroad or civil design experience, including a minimum of 2 years railroad industry experience.
  • Proven, hands-on experience in all aspects of rail and/or civil design projects.
  • Experience working with AREMA's Manual for Railway Engineering (MRE) and other railroad design guidelines, specifications, and design criteria.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Project software.
  • Experience and basic proficiency using MicroStation or AutoCAD.
  • Knowledge of railroad analysis programs, and railroad and/or civil design software.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills, strong communication skills, and ability to work in a team environment with various teams.
  • Desire to mentor younger staff and grow in skill set related to the railroad industry.
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Ability to become licensed as a P.E. or P. Eng. in additional jurisdictions through the NCEES or similar.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead projects through design and production through coordination with other disciplines and production staff.
  • Project Management experience managing projects for rail, industrial, or transit clients.
  • Demonstrated client development or client management experience.
  • Construction inspection or construction management experience is a plus.
  • Experience in technical writing, communicating, and presenting to clients and the public is desirable.

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