Civil​/Track - Project Engineer

Simply Put, A Great Place to Work

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country - creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.

We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don't be so hard on yourself-apply for the job!

We are seeking to hire a licensed Project Engineer in our Civil/Track Design department, part of our thriving Railroad Services group. In this role, you will have the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience, collaborate with seasoned Project Managers, Engineers, and Technicians, and contribute to projects for Class I, short line, and commuter rail clients. As a Track Engineer at Benesch, you will play a pivotal role in designing and engineering various rail and transit systems, including light rail (LRT), heavy rail (HRT), and commuter, freight.

You will work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment, closely coordinating with design teams to deliver innovative solutions for our clients.

Benesch's Railroad Division is made up of highly skilled rail professionals, many of whom are former employees of operating railroads. This firsthand experience working to design and maintain active rail systems uniquely equips our team to develop innovative solutions to a wide variety of rail projects.

This position offers a hybrid work schedule with the flexibility to work from the following offices that host a Railroad-Track team and focus on Railroad-Track business development:
Kansas City, KS;
Omaha, NE;
Milwaukee, WI;
Chicago, IL;
Naperville, IL;
Charlotte, NC; and Raleigh, NC.

• Serve as a track design engineer on projects of various scales.
• Provide essential support to track and civil discipline leads in major infrastructure projects.
• Conduct quantity take-offs for all track corridor components, encompassing both track and civil elements.
• Participate in the development of technical specifications.
• Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional design teams.
• Offer valuable support to Project Managers (PM).

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) plus 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 5 years of industry experience working on rail and transit projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain it within 1 year.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Bentley InRoads/Open Roads/Open Rail.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Bentley InRoads/Open Roads/Open Rail.
• Experience working on Railroad projects.

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The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the State of Illinois Pay Transparency Act, Illinois Pay Transparency Law. The final agreed‑upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

Our benefits package is designed to take care of our employees and is compliant with the State of Illinois Paid Leave Act, Illinois Paid Leave Act. Benesch offers a generous paid time benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits. We also include company‑paid life insurance, short term, and long‑term disability plans.

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