Transit Design Engineer

Transit Design Engineer

At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from companies with values, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we live and work. Join a growing transit team with an established footprint in the west. As a Transit Design Engineer, you will assist on bus rapid transit, light rail, commuter rail, and other transit related projects.

Unmatched Comp Time Policy: Hours worked over 40 in a week can be reimbursed as additional pay at an equivalent hourly rate or banked as additional PTO.

Core Responsibilities for the Role

• Provide effective and accurate communication with clients, co-workers, stakeholders, contractors, and other team members.
• Support project managers and engineers with design tasks and report preparation for various transit projects.
• Prepare engineering related calculations, drawings, and exhibits.
• Perform independent research, including site visits, as directed and communicate findings to project teams.
• Collaborate with project team members to ensure delivery of high-quality products.
• Manage project data files.
• Attend company and project meetings as directed.
• Assist with business development efforts.
• Adhere to Horrocks policies to uphold a safe and efficient environment.
• Maintain a professional attitude and fulfill responsibilities with integrity.

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• P.E. license in Utah or ability to obtain Utah P.E. license through reciprocity.
• 5-10 years of experience in Transportation design and engineering.
• Proficient with Microstation/Open Roads Designer.
• Ability to lead the preparation of design reports and construction drawings for transit projects.
• Time management skills to prioritize work to meet various project requests and deadlines.
• Effective communication skills with colleagues and clients, both in-person and virtually/remotely.

Why Would a Candidate Want This Job?

At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; generous paid time off; 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%; professional development opportunities including in-house training; paid professional organization membership and professional licensure.

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status

About Horrocks

Founded over 55 years ago, Horrocks has a long-standing history of delivering exceptional infrastructure solutions. At the heart of our company is a commitment to providing essential resources for communities and improving quality of life through innovative and forward-thinking engineering practices. Our teams of dedicated professionals deliver high-quality results on every project and are driven by a culture of service. With our slogan "What we do matters," we strive to make a meaningful difference in the world through our work. Our approach is holistic, taking into consideration all aspects of a project to ensure it meets the needs of the present while preparing for the future. We invest in our people and culture, recognizing that our success is dependent on the talents and dedication of our team. At our firm, we don't just build infrastructure — we build better communities.

Our Hiring Process

Stage 1: Applied

Stage 2: Initial Screening

Stage 3: 1st Interview

Stage 4: Offer

Stage 5: Hired

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