Civil​/Track - Project Engineer

About Benesch

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm that enhances infrastructure and communities across the country.

We pride ourselves on being nimble while offering exceptional bench strength.

We are seeking to hire a licensed Project Engineer for our Civil/Track Design department in the Railroad Services group. You will 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. You will design and engineer rail and transit systems, including light rail (LRT), heavy rail (HRT), freight, and commuter rail.

This hybrid position can be based in Omaha, NE;
Milwaukee, WI;
Chicago, IL;
Naperville, IL;
Charlotte, NC; or Raleigh, NC.

• Serve as a track design engineer on projects of various scales.
• Support track and civil leads on major infrastructure projects.
• Conduct quantity take-offs for all track corridor components.
• Collaborate on technical specifications.
• Work effectively with cross‑functional design teams.
• Offer support to Project Managers.

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) and 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain it within one year.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Bentley InRoads/Open Roads/Open Rail.
• Experience working on railroad projects.

Salary range: $95,000 – $125,000, depending on education, qualifications, experience, and location.

Our benefits package includes paid overtime, retirement contributions, flexible schedules, wellness incentives, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability plans, 401(k) with profit‑sharing, and paid family leave.

• Career growth with leadership development and clear paths.
• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution
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• Flexible scheduling.
• Generous paid time off and parental leave.
• Mentorship and hands‑on experience.

Benesch is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination. We provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities.

To apply or request accommodation, email