Engineer Civil Design - 90416171 - Philadelphia

Amtrak•Philadelphia, PA

18d•$86,500 - $111,996•Hybrid

About The Position

The Civil Design Engineer provides drainage and geotechnical engineering expertise for Amtrak railroad infrastructure. The role evaluates, plans, designs, and delivers drainage, stormwater, slope stabilization, and geotechnical improvements for capital, maintenance, and special projects. It combines engineering design, field investigations, and construction support, including engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, construction documents, infrastructure condition assessments, and practical, cost-effective solutions to improve asset reliability and performance. The engineer works with Engineering, Maintenance, and Production personnel to investigate recurring maintenance challenges, identify root causes, and develop solutions that account for operational, maintenance, and engineering needs. The role coordinates multidisciplinary projects with Track, Structures, Electric Traction, and Signals & Communications stakeholders; reviews consultant and third-party designs affecting Amtrak right-of-way; and serves as a technical resource on drainage, erosion, slope stability, and geotechnical matters throughout the project lifecycle. The position combines office and field work, typically split 50%/50%. Office work is primarily based at Philadelphia 30th Street Station, and field work generally involves local travel in the greater Philadelphia region for inspections, investigations, and construction support. The position works four days in the office and one day remotely. Fieldwork may involve long-distance walking, proximity to active railroad operations, inclement weather, and construction environments. Work hours may vary with project schedules, operational needs, and emergency response requirements, including nights and occasional weekends. Approximately 25% travel outside the local area, primarily within the Northeast Corridor, is required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
At least 3 years of prior relevant experience.
Demonstrated experience in railroad track design, maintenance, and construction, particularly drainage, geotechnical engineering, and earthwork; equivalent transportation or highway design and construction experience is also considered.
Proficiency preparing engineering designs, plans, and technical drawings using CAD software.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Experience with PDF review software such as Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam Revu.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to collaborate, build relationships, and coordinate with multidisciplinary stakeholders at different organizational levels.
Self-motivation and ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, identify complex issues, and develop practical engineering solutions with minimal supervision.
Strong organizational and analytical skills, including managing multiple assignments and meeting project deadlines.
Sound engineering judgment in evaluating field conditions, assessing risks, and recommending corrective actions.
Ability to perform field assignments that may involve walking long distances, working near active railroad operations, and exposure to inclement weather and construction environments.
Ability to work variable hours, including nights and occasional weekends, as required by project schedules, operational needs, and emergency response.
Ability to travel approximately 25% outside the local area, primarily within the Northeast Corridor.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in railroad, transportation, geotechnical, drainage, or heavy civil design and construction.
Experience with railroad track, drainage, geotechnical, or transportation infrastructure projects.
Active participation in professional organizations such as AREMA, ASCE, TTCI, or other relevant engineering and transportation industry associations.
Current or previous qualifications in AMTRAK RWP, AMT II, NORAC, or equivalent railroad operating and safety rules.
Experience using ArcGIS and other geospatial tools for infrastructure analysis, asset management, and project planning.
Knowledge of geotechnical engineering principles, including slope stability, subsurface investigations, soil mechanics, erosion mitigation, and foundation design.
Understanding of railroad operations, maintenance practices, and the interaction between engineering projects and railroad service requirements.

Responsibilities

Prioritize and independently manage multiple concurrent projects, responding promptly to operational needs with minimal supervision.
Conduct field inspections and condition assessments of drainage and geotechnical issues, including flooding, ponding, blocked drainage systems, pipe failures, slope instability, and erosion.
Evaluate field conditions to identify safety hazards, infrastructure deficiencies, and maintenance issues requiring engineering intervention.
Work with maintenance and production staff to understand site conditions, investigate failure causes, assess prior corrective actions, and develop engineering solutions.
Collect and maintain field observations, measurements, photographs, and inspection records for engineering evaluations and project development.
Develop maintenance, repair, and rehabilitation recommendations through reports, specifications, sketches, maps, and conceptual designs.
Review third-party engineering designs affecting railroad property and right-of-way, and provide technical comments.
Prepare scopes of work for geotechnical investigations, subsurface exploration, instrumentation and monitoring, and drainage studies.
Support procurement through consultant solicitations, bid evaluations, proposal reviews, and contractor selection for relevant projects.
Provide technical expertise to maintenance, production, and field personnel on drainage systems, slope stability, erosion control, and geotechnical engineering.
Support design and construction delivery with site inspections, contractor-submittal reviews, responses to Requests for Information, and engineering recommendations.
Oversee contractor field operations for subsurface investigations, drilling programs, geotechnical instrumentation, and monitoring installations.
Perform quality control reviews of engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, reports, and other technical deliverables for accuracy and compliance with standards.
Coordinate and support emergency responses involving drainage failures, washouts, flooding, and other infrastructure emergencies.
Serve as a Civil Engineering Subject Matter Expert, providing guidance, technical evaluations, and engineering support for infrastructure maintenance and improvement initiatives.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401K with employer match
Generous paid time off
Wellness programs
Railroad Retirement Benefits
Paid caregiving days and backup care
Health Savings Account
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Fertility and family building benefits
No-cost Personal Health Advocate
Student Loan Assistance
Adoption and surrogacy assistance
Medical Plan Opt-out Credit
Tuition and Education Reimbursement
Paid Family Leave
Life Insurance
Rail Pass Privileges
Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
No-cost Financial Advisor Sessions
Commuter and Flexible Spending Accounts
Potential short-term incentive bonus based on factors such as individual and company performance