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Rail Engineer

Moffatt & Nichol
United States, Texas, Southlake
Oct 15, 2024

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Rail Engineer to join our Rail team. As part of the Rail Group, the Rail Engineer manages project tasks of rail transportation projects.

About Moffatt & Nichol:

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. For the 2nd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is ranked Engineering News-Record #1 for Marine & Port Facilities and among the Top 50 Designers in International Markets. We were also named Southeast Design Firm of the Year 2023.

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm's hallmark in several primary practice areas - ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy.

Duties and responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

  • Oversee and manage rail related design projects from concept to final design (final PS&E)
  • Oversee specifications, cost estimates, and prepare final bid packages
  • Coordinate design activities and meetings between design staff, subcontractors, and client managers
  • Performs Second Round QA/QC of other team members work
  • Field evaluation lead for Crossing Diagnostics (sometimes as only M&N (client) representative present
  • Review schedule, cost variances, and assist with developing and implementing recommendations for corrective action.
  • Will serve as a task manager on rail and transit related projects and lead engineering staff for all required submittal phases
  • Participate in project decisions regarding technical approaches, cost and scheduling performance
  • Coordinate the design and management of projects involving transportation in railroad and rail transit facilities and property.
  • Coordinate meetings between design staff, subcontractors, and client managers
  • Develops and maintains project summary updates with client

Other duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; required
  • EIT or FE required
  • 4-7+ years of experience in rail/transit engineering
  • MicroStation / GEOPAK or AutoCAD / Civil 3D experience required
  • Microsoft Office software experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Valid Driver's License and a clean driving record
  • Experience with AREMA, Class 1 railroad, and/or commuter rail/transit agency design criteria and standards
  • OpenRoad / OpenRail design software experience, preferred
  • Experience working with Class 1 railroads, preferred
  • PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months, preferred
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
  • Availability and willingness to travel
  • All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171
  • Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire

Working conditions:

Majority of work is office based. Some site visits may be required which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment.

Moffatt & Nichol's EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We continuously seek talented, qualified employees in our world-wide operations regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer/ Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.

EEO is the LAW

If you need more information or require special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, please contact Human Resources at (562) 590-6500 or TTY/TDD users please call 711.

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