Rail EIT/Coordinator
About the role
Serve in a technical role on railroad or civil engineering/design projects to support HDR’s Freight Rail Market Sector and other market sectors as needed.
Perform railroad or civil engineering/design calculations and develop design details using specialized software geometric layouts, writing specifications, developing cost estimates, and reviewing construction submittals.
Support Project Managers or Task Leads in the development of proposal, project scope, budget, and schedule elements.
Work across team-driven environments, across regions, and with a variety of clients that include rail, industrial, terminal, utility, agency, DOT, port, transit, and other industry clients.
Be involved in project activities ranging from feasibility analysis to final design and through to construction phase activities.
Review or check design calculations, estimates and specifications produced by other staff.
Assist in the delivery of multi-disciplinary projects, including the planning and environmental clearance process of a project.
Mentor less-experienced staff.
Responsibilities
- Serve in a technical role on railroad or civil engineering/design projects to support HDR’s Freight Rail Market Sector and other market sectors as needed.
- Perform railroad or civil engineering/design calculations and develop design details using specialized software geometric layouts, writing specifications, developing cost estimates, and reviewing construction submittals.
- Support Project Managers or Task Leads in the development of proposal, project scope, budget, and schedule elements.
- Work across team-driven environments, across regions, and with a variety of clients that include rail, industrial, terminal, utility, agency, DOT, port, transit, and other industry clients.
- Be involved in project activities ranging from feasibility analysis to final design and through to construction phase activities.
- Review or check design calculations, estimates and specifications produced by other staff.
- Assist in the delivery of multi-disciplinary projects, including the planning and environmental clearance process of a project.
- Mentor less-experienced staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate.
- Basic knowledge of MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
- MS Office Applications experience
- Strong interest in railroad design
Preferred Qualifications
- Interest in the freight railroad industry
- 2+ years of experience within railroad engineering industry and familiarity with railroad design guidelines, specifications, and design criteria
- Ability to become licensed as a P.E. or P. Eng. in additional jurisdictions through the NCEES or similar
- Experience with railroad, industrial or transit clients
- Construction inspection or construction management experience is a plus
- Desire to mentor younger staff
Qualifications
- Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- EIT certificate.
- Basic knowledge of MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
- MS Office Applications experience
- Strong interest in railroad design
Skills
Basic knowledge of MicroStation and/or AutoCAD
MS Office Applications experience
Strong interest in railroad design
Benefits
As an employee-owner at HDR, you will enjoy a unique ownership culture where you can participate in decision-making and share in the success of the company. You will also have access to a range of benefits including:
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee recognition programs
- Health and wellness initiatives
- Community involvement and volunteer opportunities
Pay
The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $80,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
This is a Full-time position.
Business Class
Rail and Transit Systems
Job Posting Date
Aug 17, 2026
Company Information
HDR is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. We are committed to the principles of employment equity.