Rail Civil Designer

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking an Rail Civil Designer to join our Transportation Team in Kansas City, MO! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Kansas City, MO office.

Working on the Transportation team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all.

Explore some of our signature Transportation projects here.

What You'll Be Challenged To Do

• Prepare construction documents using MicroStation/OpenRail.
• Develop horizontal and vertical designs using MicroStation/OpenRail for new track alignments, industry track loops, yard expansions, rehabilitation projects with drainage considerations and grading plans.
• Aid others in preparing probable cost of construction or other cost estimating tasks.
• Work alongside civil, structural, and signal teams to integrate rail projects into broader transportation networks.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and personnel across GFT offices.

Applicants must possess strong technical skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education | Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited university or college.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (F.E.) exam required.
• Minimum of 2 years' professional civil engineering rail design experience.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and MicroStation or OpenRail Designer.
• Certified in reading plans and shop drawings, and in evaluating contractor compliance with construction plans and specifications.
• Team-oriented engineer with strong communication skills, well organized with good time management practices.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with public agencies, railroads, and private developers.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $88,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

Unsolicited Resumes

GFT does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party agencies. Any unsolicited resumes received will be considered the property of GFT.

Location

Kansas City, MO

Core Business Hours

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status

Full-Time