Railcar Engineer

AECOM • Baltimore, MD

13d • $110,000 - $160,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Railcar Engineer is responsible for providing technical and operational coordination related to railcar systems, design, maintenance, and performance. The position serves as a key technical interface between engineering, vehicle maintenance, operations, and external stakeholders to ensure rail vehicles are safe, reliable, maintainable, and operationally fit for service. This role requires extensive hands-on experience with railcar systems and excellent communication skills to effectively bridge technical and operational functions. Position is based in Baltimore, Maryland.

Requirements

• BA/BS and 6 years of railcar design, vehicle engineering, maintenance, or rail operations or related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with railcar systems and components, including but not limited to:
• Propulsion and braking systems
• HVAC
• Doors and passenger systems
• Power distribution and auxiliaries
• Communications and control systems
• Structural and mechanical components
• Experienced in understanding of railcar maintenance practices and operational requirements.
• Experience working effectively in a field-based, on-site environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, computer, or mechanical engineering or related field
• 10 years of professional experience with at least 3 years in railcar design, vehicle engineering, maintenance, or rail operations.
• Experience working for or directly supporting a transit agency or rail operator.
• Familiarity with industry standards and guidelines and demonstrated design, testing, and commissioning experience
• Experience supporting new vehicle procurements, midlife overhauls, or vehicle modification programs.
• Experience interacting with suppliers, manufacturers, and regulatory bodies.
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and subject-matter expertise for railcar vehicle systems across design, maintenance, operations, and lifecycle management.
• Serve as a liaison between Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations to ensure alignment on vehicle performance, reliability, and service readiness.
• Review railcar designs, modifications, technical drawings, specifications, and maintenance documentation for operational and maintainability impacts.
• Support troubleshooting of in-service railcar issues and participate in root cause analyses and corrective action development.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including railcar manufacturers, vendors, and regulatory or transit agency representatives.
• Participate in testing, inspection, commissioning, and acceptance of new or modified rail vehicles.
• Conduct field assessments, vehicle inspections, and on-site observations to evaluate system performance and compliance with requirements.
• Identify risks related to vehicle systems and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and written recommendations for leadership and stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, reliability, maintainability, and operational efficiency.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees