Project Engineer - Rail/Transit

Company: HNTB
Location: San Jose
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

**What We're Looking For** This is an exciting time to join HNTB with opportunities to work on a variety of in-progress and upcoming transit projects in the Bay Area. HNTB is seeking an experienced, technically sound Project Engineer to work on transit and rail projects that could consist of alternatives analysis, rail corridor improvements and extensions. with a focus towards rail projects to work out of either the Oakland, San Jose or Las Vegas office. The Project Engineer will be a part of the Rail department and will collaborate with project teams working on designs involving new high-speed rail track systems, light rail and commuter rail extensions, grade separations, trackway rehabilitation and/or realignment, and special trackwork design. The engineer will be accountable for handling specific design aspects on projects. **Primary Focus Will Include:** + Use primarily MicroStation with InRoads, or Civil 3D, and related software add-ons to deliver the transit and rail design projects. + Responsible for the delivery of project discipline scope elements within budget and schedule. + Quality control within discipline + Planning, design and construction phases of projects + Completeness and accuracy of design team work + Assists with project management duties + Performs other duties as assigned **Preferred Qualifications and Skills:** + 6 or more years of experience in track design with an emphasis on railway, commuter, and transit projects + Experience with special trackwork design + Experience with Microstation and/or AutoCAD + Knowledge in AREMA and TCRP guidelines for rail and transit. + Excellent communication skills + Collaborates well with others and effective team leader in fast paced environment. + Knowledge of local agency transit and commuter rail corridors and standards **What You'll Need** Essential Responsibilities: + Responsible for the delivery of project discipline scope elements within budget and schedule. + Oversees completeness and accuracy of project team's work. Guides team to overall project objectives. + Serves as technical liaison with client at staff level for work within the discipline. + Assists with project management duties. + Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: + Bachelor's degree in Engineering + 6 years relevant experience Visa sponsorship is available for this position. EOE including disability and vet \#TransitAndRail **About Us** **At HNTB, we are harnessing the power of collaboration and innovation to establish a new vision for the future of mobility across our country. You don't have to look far to see our impact. For more than a century, HNTB's spark has connected people and places, expanded opportunity, and left a lasting impact on our communities. Our culture of integrity and inclusion, combined with groundbreaking solutions, has affirmed our reputation and positioned our firm as the industry leader in delivering extraordinary value.** **When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee-owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities.** **HNTB is an Affirmative Action and** **Equal Opportunity Employer** **.** **HNTB does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or other status protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.** **Work Authorization** **In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).** **Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry level positions.** + **HNTB participates in E-Verify** + **Know your rights: Right to Work**

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