Civil Engineer - Rail

$80,000 - $87,000/Yr

Arup - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Chicago, IL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Civil Engineer - Rail position at Arup involves working on a variety of infrastructure projects with a primary focus on railroad infrastructure and stations. The role requires collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team to address complex rail projects and provide solutions to clients' challenges. The position is based in Chicago but may also be located in New York, Boston, or Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities

• Assisting senior staff on planning and design projects focused on railroad infrastructure and stations throughout the Americas Region.
• Preparing and reviewing rail alignment, track, and special trackwork drawings, specifications, and other technical documents.
• Coordinating with multiple disciplines and working with senior engineers and project managers to complete assigned tasks.
• Writing reports for internal and external purposes based on design development and analyses.
• Presenting technical material in traditional and innovative ways for review by technical and non-technical audiences.
• Supporting business development efforts to secure future work and build client relationships.
• Participating in local and national engineering associations such as ASCE or AREMA.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering; Master's Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in Civil Engineering design; railroad project experience preferred but not required.
• EIT/FE required.
• Experience with MicroStation.
• ORD or Civil 3D experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to effectively prioritize work and manage deadlines in a rapidly changing environment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills essential for team-based working.
• Excellent planning and organization skills required for a fast-paced environment.
• Presentation skills with colleagues of all levels.
• Understanding trends and best practices in the civil and rail industries in the Midwest and at a national level.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with railroad project design.
• Familiarity with local and national engineering associations.

Benefits

• Global profit share scheme with bi-annual payments based on the firm's financial performance.
• 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match.
• Flexible working arrangements to support diversity and wellbeing.
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
• Paid time off for rest and renewal.