Transit and Rail Engineer

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

Transit & Rail Engineer | Hybrid

VHB is seeking a talented Transit & Rail Engineer to join our growing Transit & Rail practice, supporting our Wethersfield, CT projects. This hire will be part of a design engineering team supporting a variety of railroad and rail/bus transit projects. The candidate should have expertise and experience in the railroad and rail/bus transit industry and a desire to grow in the business. 

VHB provides all phases of transit planning, engineering, and operations analysis through our integrated approach, developing public transportation solutions ranging from single line operations to complex regional networks. Our transit professionals focus on real-world implementation, enabling riders and decision makers to make data-informed decisions on how best to enhance mobility within our communities.

Responsibilities

• Assist and perform civil design on a variety of rail projects including stations, track structure and drainage, alignment geometry, grade crossings, layover/service/support facilities, bus transit, and maintenance of equipment (MOE) and maintenance of way (MOW) yards
• Develop, manage, and maintain project schedules and budgets
• Assist in development of project deliverables
• Support the Project Development process including preparation of conceptual level designs, feasibility studies, planning studies, supporting documentation and quality control
• Perform inspections, evaluations, and assessments of rail and transit infrastructure Develop specifications, cost estimates, and project schedules
• Prepare technical reports and analyses
• Assist in the development of construction bid documents
• Provide design support services during construction
• Work effectively and collaboratively in a multi-discipline team environment

Skills and Attributes 

• Strong understanding of transit and rail infrastructure and multi-discipline system integration
• Technical experience in multiple transit and rail design disciplines (track, rail systems, grade crossings, stations structures, transit facilities, bus transit, route design, right-of-way, clearances)
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and analytical skills
• Strong capability in the use of computer applications including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Familiarity with track, station, layover/support/service facilities and general civil engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field of study required
• Master’s degree a plus and may substitute for 1 year of experience
• 5-8 years of professional experience in civil and/or transit/transportation engineering design required (focus in transit & rail preferred)
• 8-11 years of experience preferred
• Clear understanding of railroad and rail transit design requirements including AREMA recommended practices preferred
• PE License required
• CTDOT project experience preferred
• Experience with the MicroStation CADD platform is preferred but candidates with AutoCAD experience and the desire to learn MicroStation will be considered

We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. 

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: 

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace  

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30 offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! 

VHB is a proud Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion—supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. All individuals receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications without discrimination for race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

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