Railroad Civil/Track Designer I

About the role

Be part of our dynamic Civil/Track Design team within Benesch's thriving Railroad Services group. As a Civil/Track team member, you will acquire practical experience collaborating with Project Managers, Engineers, and Technicians to deliver services for Class I, short line, and commuter rail projects.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the creation of track and civil design plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Gain experience interacting with clients, agencies, and other project stakeholders.
• Design, draft elements, integrate data, and perform fundamental analysis of project elements.
• Work on challenging design projects closely with Project Managers and Project Engineers to meet project deadlines within budget.
• Acquire practical experience collaborating with Project Managers, Engineers, and Technicians.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Up to four years of experience in a similar capacity.
• Successful completion of the EIT/FE exam or ability to complete the exam within six months of employment.

Qualifications

• Willingness to accept occasional out‑of‑town travel to meet project demands.

Skills

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Working knowledge of MicroStation InRoads/Open Roads Designer (a major plus).
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Enjoy problem‑solving and learning new technical skills.

Benefits

• Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit‑eligible employees.
• Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life.
• Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit‑eligible employees.
• Support beyond work through mentorship, hands‑on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule (remote/in‑office). Open to candidates in Milwaukee, WI; Chicago, IL; Naperville, IL; Charlotte, NC; and Raleigh, NC.