Entry-Level Transit/Rail Engineer - Networking Event with AECOM – Raleigh
About The Position
AECOM is hosting an exclusive, invitation-only hiring event in Raleigh on January 28-29, 2026. This is a great opportunity to learn and connect with AECOM for career opportunities starting Spring/Summer 2026. The event kicks off on Wednesday evening with a networking mixer from 6-8 pm, where you can hear from AECOM staff about various projects, career paths, and the company itself. You’ll also have the chance to meet other students, recent graduates, and AECOM professionals from across our business lines. On Thursday, interviews will take place at our Raleigh office. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about and connect with AECOM for early career opportunities. AECOM is seeking an Entry‑Level Transit/Rail Engineer to support our growing Transit and Rail practice in North Carolina. This role provides the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers and planners on transit and rail projects, including freight rail, light rail, streetcar, commuter rail, bus rapid transit (BRT), and multimodal corridor improvements. The position is scheduled to begin Spring/Summer of 2026.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering.
Nice To Haves
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Be organized and detail-oriented.
- Capable of using spreadsheet, word processing and standard office software.
- Willingness to travel (if and when required).
- Master's degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering.
- Familiarity in freight or transit rail clients.
- Previous work experience in rail is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support planning, preliminary engineering, and detailed design for rail and transit infrastructure projects, including freight, commuter rail, light rail, streetcar, bus rapid transit (BRT), and transit facilities.
- Assist in the preparation of engineering drawings, technical reports, and specifications under the supervision of senior engineers.
- Perform assignments requiring application of standard engineering procedures, methods, and criteria to complete design tasks.
- Preparing engineering‑related calculations, drawings, and visual aids to support project development.
- Assisting project managers and senior engineers with task production and coordination.
- Applying civil and transportation engineering principles and practices to assigned projects.
- Assisting with maintaining project documentation and files in accordance with project and quality requirements.
- Producing high‑quality plan sets that accurately and clearly communicate design intent.
- Working under the supervision of a project manager or senior‑level team member.
- Collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary project teams while gaining exposure to project delivery processes, schedules, and budgets.
Benefits
- AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
