Senior Consultant - Rail Vehicles

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Date: Feb 13, 2026

Location: Washington, DC, US

Company: Hatch

Requisition : 96988

Location: Washington, DC, United States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you!

Looking to take the next step in your career?

HATCH is currently seeking a highly motivated Senior
Rail Vehicle Mechanical Engineer to join our North American Infrastructure Practice in our vehicle mechanical engineering group in our Greenbelt, DC office.

The ideal candidate must possess broad-based knowledge of rail vehicle mechanical engineering (machine design, kinematics and vehicle dynamics, vibration control, stress analysis, materials, pneumatics, hydraulics, brakes, HVAC, door systems, and equipment reliability). Additional qualifications desired include experience in conducting fleet inspections, structural passenger vehicle qualification testing, knowledge of general maintenance shop practices and processes, and equipment installation in a rail or industrial environment.

The candidate must demonstrate a high work ethic; be willing to work independently or under limited instruction; be able to interact well with customer staff in a field environment; and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills including team management, project management, multitasking, and meeting deadlines. PE registration is desirable but not required. Both domestic and foreign travel may be required.

• Provide project management and engineering support as required.
• Provide direction and monitor the work of junior staff.
• Serve as a technical mentor and help develop staff skills.
• Act as a trusted advisor to our clients, helping to deliver technically complex and cost-effective design solutions.
• Hands‑on engineering work within the light rail, subway, commuter trains, intercity passenger rail operations, and high‑speed rail including investigations of equipment malfunctions, modifications and reporting findings.
• Develop technical specifications for the new and upgraded train equipment and systems.
• Review design submittals and prepare detailed descriptions of review findings.
• Participate in formal design review meetings and technical working sessions.
• Inspect and review prototype and first‑article equipment and prepare detailed descriptions of review findings.
  
  Prepare reports that identify work progress, defects/non‑conformances, and areas of concern.
• Witness electro‑mechanical equipment undergoing qualification testing, including shock and vibration, environmental, electrical, and functional testing.
• Participate in vehicle acceptance testing, to include ride quality, braking performance and noise/vibration levels.
• Participate in quality assurance and manufacturing audits.
• Take direction from Program Management on time‑sensitive and critical tasks.
• Engineering changes, client relations and safety of various projects to ensure quality, client satisfaction, and profitability of projects.
• Assist in pursuits, client relationship building efforts, and building technical excellence within the group.

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 15 years of relevant experience with commuter rail or transit projects with a proven track record in railway engineering and project management.
• Respect in the rail industry, with knowledge of the local market,…