TRANSPORTATION/RAILROAD ENGINEER

About the role

Bloom is seeking a Transportation/Railroad Engineer with knowledge in Transportation and Railroad design principles. The company values self-motivation and diverse talents, fostering a mentor-mentee culture where employees share experiences and grow together.

Responsibilities

• Aid in transportation and rail infrastructure design tasks for each project.
• Conduct site visits and collect necessary data for design purposes.
• Provide design for all aspects of track design in transit and railroad projects.
• Coordinate and lead engineering efforts across various stages of rail infrastructure projects, including planning, design, construction support, and maintenance.
• Maintain strong relationships with external clients and transit agencies.
• Support the growth of junior engineers by assigning appropriate tasks and promoting technical excellence.
• Contribute to design reports, which may include calculation workbooks, alternative analyses, and cost estimates.
• Achieve project completion by ensuring all deliverables such as plans, specifications, permits, and reports are submitted on time and within budget.
• Communicate effectively with Bloom leadership, design team members, clients, project owners, and other stakeholders.
• Participate in project meetings and represent the company professionally.
• Engage in Bloom’s mentor/mentee culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• 7 to 12 years of experience
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting
• Good decision-making skills, flexibility, focus on quality, and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills

Preferred, Not Required

• Illinois Professional Engineer License
• Additional software experience (AutoCAD, Civil3D, GIS, MicroStation, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office)
• Professional association participation (AREMA, APTA, etc.)