Senior Track Engineer

Lochner and Egis are entering an exciting new chapter as one organization.

We have combined decades of trusted U.S. engineering expertise with the global reach, technical excellence, and career opportunities of a leading international engineering, consulting, and infrastructure firm. While our name has changed, our commitment to our people, clients, and communities is stronger than ever.

At Egis, every project is an opportunity to create lasting impact. We collaborate with public and private clients to design and deliver innovative transportation, aviation, rail, transit, water, structural, environmental, and infrastructure solutions that connect communities and improve everyday life. Join a team where innovation is encouraged, collaboration is valued, and your work helps build a more sustainable future.

Lochner and Egis are entering an exciting new chapter as one organization.

We have combined decades of trusted U.S. engineering expertise with the global reach, technical excellence, and career opportunities of a leading international engineering, consulting, and infrastructure firm. While our name has changed, our commitment to our people, clients, and communities is stronger than ever.

At Egis, every project is an opportunity to create lasting impact. We collaborate with public and private clients to design and deliver innovative transportation, aviation, rail, transit, water, structural, environmental, and infrastructure solutions that connect communities and improve everyday life. Join a team where innovation is encouraged, collaboration is valued, and your work helps build a more sustainable future.

We are looking for a Senior Track Engineer in our Chicago, IL office.

• Lead the design and engineering of railroad track systems, including:
  • Horizontal and vertical alignments
  • Turnouts and crossovers
  • Rail, ties, ballast, and subgrade systems
  • Yard and siding layouts
  • At-grade crossings
• Prepare and review:
  • Construction drawings
  • Technical specifications
  • Engineering calculations
  • Cost estimates
  • Bid documents and design reports
• Perform track geometry analysis and develop rehabilitation or maintenance recommendations.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, drainage, signal, and transportation engineering teams.
• Provide technical oversight for rail improvement, expansion, and rehabilitation projects.
• Support construction activities through:
  • Shop drawing reviews
  • RFIs and submittals
  • Site inspections
  • Field engineering support
• Ensure compliance with:
  • FRA regulations
  • AREMA standards
  • State DOT requirements
  • Client design standards
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and business development activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 8+ years of railroad or track engineering experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain in Illinois.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • AREMA standards
  • Railroad design practices
  • Track alignment and geometry
  • Rail construction methods
  • Track maintenance principles
• Experience using engineering software such as:
  • AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Micro Station
  • Open Rail Designer
  • GIS and survey tools
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Ability to travel to project sites throughout Illinois and neighboring states as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Metra experience preferred
• Experience with Class I railroads, commuter rail, or transit agencies.
• Design-build project experience.
• PMP certification or project management experience.
• Familiarity with rail yard design and drainage systems.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary transportation projects.