Rail EIT​/Engineer

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
What is our impact on the world?

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Rail Engineer/EIT, we'll count on you to:

• Serve in a technical role, under the direction of a Project Manager
• Oversee the work of EITs and Junior Project Engineers
• Take responsibility for project involvement, ranging from site feasibility analysis to final design and through the construction phase
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in transportation design - railroad projects
• PE License. Candidates hired without their PE will have the title of "Rail EIT" and will be expected to obtain their PE for career progression.
• MS in Civil Engineering preferred
• Experience working with AREMA's Manual for Railway Engineering and other railroad design specifications is a plus
• Preference given to local candidates

Why HDR

Required Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Micro Station and/or AutoCAD
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary

Location:

United States-New York-New York

Industry: Transit

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:
Regular

Job Posting:
Oct 3, 2025

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.