Rail Engineer II

Rail Infrastructure Design Engineer

Mott Mac Donald is currently involved in several major infrastructure projects in the rail and transit realms. We are currently seeking a highly motivated, experienced individual to complement our team and assist with infrastructure assignments for public and private-sector clients. This role may also include direct embedment with our client.

Responsibilities include:

• Support the design of rail infrastructure, including track and alignment, under the guidance of senior engineers
• Assist in preparing calculations, technical documentation, engineering drawings, reports, specifications, and cost estimates
• Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team to support coordinated, high-quality design deliverables
• Review design documents for consistency and coordination with supervision
• Help coordinate with stakeholders, including railroads, municipalities, and other entities, with guidance from senior team members
• Participate in verbal and written communication with clients, contractors, and internal teams
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, partners, and clients
• Learn and apply technical software and design workflows to support project delivery
• Contribute to proposal preparation and supporting materials as needed
• Perform assigned design tasks with increasing independence while seeking guidance when appropriate

We invite applications from candidates with the following experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related technical field from an accredited university
• 0–2 years of relevant experience in civil engineering design (rail, trackwork, or roadway design exposure preferred)
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or working toward obtaining licensure
• Familiarity with Bentley design software (Open Rail, Open Roads, or similar) is a plus
• Basic understanding of rail alignment and/or transportation design concepts preferred
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including organization and attention to detail
• Proactive self-starter who's also flexible and able to adapt and learn
• Confident and positive attitude
• Desire and flexibility to travel across the state a plus
• Strong written and communication skills
• Based on project needs, random drug testing may be required
• A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are required for this position

Benefits & Reward

At Mott Mac Donald, our employees have a stake and a voice in our business, providing them with a direct connection to our success through our personal and group performance bonuses. We provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave, and company paid life insurance.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

Collaboration at Our Core At Mott Mac Donald, we believe great ideas happen when we're together. Our hybrid approach centers on an in-office culture, with most of your time spent collaborating face-to-face and a minimum of three days per week in the office. We balance flexibility with connection, so you and your manager can choose how to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

Equal opportunity is the law.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.