Rail/Track EIT

Industry

Transportation

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we are using our solutions in the Rail/Transit Industry to create a more connected and sustainable world- environmentally and socially. Would you be intrigued to join our team of innovators? 

As a Civil Engineer and vital member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to design horizontal and vertical track alignments so we can shape lasting solutions for the future. You will perform civil design calculations, develop details, prepare sketches, impact analyses, and similar technical work as required. We’ll ask you to provide quantity calculations to prepare preconstruction cost estimates for rail/transit projects. Working alongside a team, you’ll work on projects from concept to completion. 

You’ll be responsible for creating design and drawings using software tools and resources supporting our clients’ overall project goals. You’ll support the development of Contract Documents for Construction. Also, by assisting in Construction Phase Services reviewing Contractor submittals and requests for information you’ll ensure we’re doing better together! If you want to join a company invested in you, your success and the global community - join us as a Rail/Track Engineer 

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities. 

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering 
• Engineer in Training Certification (EIT) 
• Has demonstrated years of professional experience on rail and transit projects 
• Professional expertise with MicroStation and/or InRail (or AutoCAD) 
• Knowledge of AREMA and local railroad criteria 
• Strong analytical, conceptual, communication and organizational skills 
• Demonstrates strong problem solving mindset working in Team Environment
• Excellent communication skills 
• Strong focus on client service 
• Support plan set development meeting client expectations

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

100,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

125,000.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $100,000.00 to $125,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on April 21, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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Locations

City State Country
Morristown	New Jersey	United States