Sr Civil Track Engineer

Sr Civil Track Engineer

AECOM is seeking to hire an experienced and motivated Sr Track & Civil Engineer within our Wasco/Fresno, CA Offices.

Under the direction of the Rail Infrastructure Manager, the Senior Track & Civil Engineer provides advanced engineering support for track and civil infrastructure design & construction and delivery on the Track & Systems Construction Contract (TSCC) segment of the California High-Speed Rail (CHSR) program. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with Authority standards, integration across multi-disciplinary systems, and alignment with design, construction, and operational requirements.

The position requires independent judgment, technical leadership, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

Position Responsibilities

Engineering Oversight & Design Review

• Perform technical reviews of trackwork, alignment, civil works, and associated infrastructure designs for compliance with CHSR criteria and applicable standards (AREMA, FRA, etc.).
• Evaluate contractor submittals, RFIs, and design packages for completeness, constructability, and adherence to project requirements.
• Provide recommendations to resolve design issues, technical conflicts, and field coordination challenges.

Integration & Coordination

• Coordinate track and civil interfaces with structures, systems (O&M, signaling), utilities, and roadway elements.
• Support interdisciplinary integration across TSCC and adjacent contracts to ensure continuity and system performance.
• Collaborate with design-build contractors, consultants, and Authority stakeholders.

Construction Support

• Provide engineering support during construction, including field issue resolution, change evaluation, and technical clarification.
• Review construction methods, sequencing plans, and quality documentation related to track and civil works.
• Participate in site visits and technical inspections as needed.

Standards Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure all engineering outputs meet CHSR Authority design standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Support development and enforcement of quality management processes and engineering best practices.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies related to track and civil design and construction.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare technical memoranda, review comments, and engineering assessments.
• Track and report on technical issues, risks, and resolution status.
• Maintain accurate project documentation in accordance with program requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

BA/BS + 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and or education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in civil engineering, structural engineering, transportation engineering, construction management, or a related field
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in civil engineering, especially with rail or transportation infrastructure focus
• Experience working on large-scale rail infrastructure programs, particularly within the California High Speed Rail project or similar high speed rail programs
• Familiarity with AREMA, FRA regulations, and California public works standards.
• Experience working in a program management or design-build environment.
• Strong coordination skills involving multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Advanced technical knowledge of track alignment, civil design, and rail systems interfaces
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, complex program environment
• Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance

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