Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc.
Senior Transit & Rail Engineer / Project Manager
Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc., Wethersfield, Connecticut, us, 06129
OverviewABOUT THE POSITION
Senior Transit & Rail Engineer/ Project Manager | Hybrid
VHB is seeking a talented Senior Transit & Rail Engineer/ Project Manager 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.
Responsibilities
Lead 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
Lead 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
Lead and 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
8-11 years of experience in railroad or transit industry engineering design required
Clear understanding of railroad and rail transit design requirements including AREMA recommended practices required
PE License required
CTDOT project experience strongly 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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Senior Transit & Rail Engineer/ Project Manager | Hybrid
VHB is seeking a talented Senior Transit & Rail Engineer/ Project Manager 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.
Responsibilities
Lead 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
Lead 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
Lead and 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
8-11 years of experience in railroad or transit industry engineering design required
Clear understanding of railroad and rail transit design requirements including AREMA recommended practices required
PE License required
CTDOT project experience strongly 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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