Senior Civil Engineer (Rail Track Terminal/Intermodal)

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

As a Senior Engineer for Olsson’s Rail Track Team, you will provide technical leadership and design expertise for complex terminal and intermodal rail projects from concept through completion. Your responsibilities will include leading track and civil design efforts, developing plans and technical solutions, performing quality control reviews, and preparing design calculations and cost estimates. You’ll collaborate closely with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams while mentoring junior staff and helping improve design processes and overall project quality.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and perform complex track and civil design for intermodal and other rail terminal projects.
• Develop plans, specifications, design calculations, and cost estimates.
• Provide technical guidance and serve as a resource for project teams.
• Perform quality control reviews to ensure designs meet project requirements, industry standards, and client expectations.
• Coordinate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams to support successful project delivery.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.
• Assist with project scoping, technical proposals, and client coordination.
• Identify opportunities to improve design processes, efficiency, and quality.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• PE license required.
• 8+ years of experience in rail track design.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering required.
• Strong technical knowledge of rail track, terminal, and/or intermodal design.
• Experience leading technical design efforts and coordinating with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Ability to mentor and support the development of junior engineers and designers.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed.

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The typical annual salary range for this role is as listed below. Compensation may vary based on geographic location, experience, and qualifications. Employees in this role may be eligible for our performance‑based bonus and merit increases.

National Pay Range

$120,000—$160,000 USD

Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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