Rail Engineer II

Mott MacDonald • Raleigh, NC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Mott MacDonald is seeking a highly motivated, experienced individual to complement their team and assist with infrastructure assignments for public and private-sector clients. This role may also include direct embedment with our client. Mott MacDonald is involved in several major infrastructure projects in the rail and transit realms.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related technical field from an accredited university
• 0–2 years of relevant experience in civil engineering design (rail, trackwork, or roadway design exposure preferred)
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or working toward obtaining licensure
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including organization and attention to detail
• Proactive self-starter who’s also flexible and able to adapt and learn
• Confident and positive attitude
• Strong written and communication skills
• A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are required for this position

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Bentley design software (OpenRail, OpenRoads, or similar) is a plus
• Basic understanding of rail alignment and/or transportation design concepts preferred
• Desire and flexibility to travel across the state a plus

Responsibilities

• Support the design of rail infrastructure, including track and alignment, under the guidance of senior engineers
• Assist in preparing calculations, technical documentation, engineering drawings, reports, specifications, and cost estimates
• Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team to support coordinated, high-quality design deliverables
• Review design documents for consistency and coordination with supervision
• Help coordinate with stakeholders, including railroads, municipalities, and other entities, with guidance from senior team members
• Participate in verbal and written communication with clients, contractors, and internal teams
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, partners, and clients
• Learn and apply technical software and design workflows to support project delivery
• Contribute to proposal preparation and supporting materials as needed
• Perform assigned design tasks with increasing independence while seeking guidance when appropriate

Benefits

• Personal and group performance bonuses
• 401k
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Paid holidays
• PTO
• Parental leave
• Company paid life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level