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Rail/ Track Engineer - Civil

AECOM

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the worldâ??s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a talented Rail/Track Engineer - Civil for employment within the New England region. Here you will have the opportunity to work side by side with career rail professionals throughout the US. delivering projects for transit clients with a focus on commuter, freight, short-line and class one rail.

AECOM -Transportation

As populations grow, so do demands for safe, expedient and cost-effective transportation. AECOM's Transportation business line partners with clients around the world to build, modernize and expand transportation projects that carry all our communities into the future - safely and reliably.

We use our extensive knowledge in planning, designing and managing transportation systems - as well as restoring and replacing aging infrastructure - to help our public and private clients find smarter, more advanced ways to move people across cities, countries and continents.

Our integrated approach and social responsibility have earned us the trust of local municipalities, government agencies, commercial clients and public-private partnerships. Our expertise and global reach enable us to deliver high-quality solutions for our clients that pave the way for long-lasting benefits to society.

Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

  • Senior technical resource may serve as technical advisor for team

  • Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise

  • Develops study and design procedures to facilitate high quality cost effective work by others

  • Participates in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables

  • Develops construction cost estimates and estimates of technical efforts for projects

  • Uses expertise in all steps of completing discipline component of PS&E package

  • Performs quality control review of design calculations or drawings

  • Prepares technical specification sections

  • Provides input to the development of engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements

  • Perform civil design on a variety of rail/transit projects

  • Preparation of design documents

  • Develop specifications, cost estimates and project schedules

  • Prepare technical reports and analyses

  • Develops estimates for the track engineering budgets

  • Assists in determining schedules to perform track work

  • Coordinates with multiple departments related to a projects scope of work

  • Develop Procurement specifications

  • Perform field track inspections and develop criteria and testing requirements

  • Coordinates and provides technical expertise for mid- large size projects

  • Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for specific area of expertise

  • Reviews and approves track designs prepared by others

  • Oversee and manage work within the ROW for multiple projects

  • Work with other track staff to manage projects on the east coast and around the country

  • Mentor staff

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • BA/BS in Civil or Structural Engineering or related +6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

  • Experience with commuter, shortline, freight, transit, and class-one rail projects

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Professional Engineer (PE), MA License

  • Expertise with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley OpenRail/Power Rail, Microstation

  • Knowledge of FRA, DOT, AREMA and local railroad/transit criteria

  • Strong analytical and communication skills

  • Good client relations experience

  • Ability to lead meetings related to track

  • Local to Massachusetts

Additional Information

  • Relocation assistance is not available for this role

  • Sponsorship is not for this role, now or in the future

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community-where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10136260

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

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