Senior Rail Facilities Engineer / Architect

HDR • Atlanta, GA

44d

About The Position

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. Is it time to take your career to the next level? If you’re looking for a solid company with collaborative colleagues that do interesting and unique work for clients that trust them to push open the doors to what’s possible, look no further. That’s what you’ll find at HDR. HDR is an employee-owned company with more than 100 years of making great things possible. Our pride is in our people—smart, hardworking team members who take their employee ownership seriously and will have your back at every turn. Their expertise will inspire you to be your best and to develop innovative solutions for our clients. We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world. We invite you to build your transportation career at HDR. Our global team is looking for an experienced, success-oriented Senior Rail Facilities Engineer / Architect that will contribute to the success of HDR’s freight rail facilities program. In this role, you will be exposed to a wide variety of multi-disciplinary projects that involve yard offices, mechanical shops, maintenance buildings, structural platforms and canopies, fueling facilities, storage facilities, process piping systems, electrical distribution, site lighting, site/civil infrastructure, pavement, mechanical equipment, and electrical equipment. The freight rail network is a vital link in our national and global supply chain markets. Your work at HDR results in critical infrastructure for the sustainable movement of goods and people. Whether it is a locomotive shop that services rolling stock, or state-of-the-art intermodal facility that incorporates future technologies, you will have created something that matters. HDR Senior Rail Facilities Engineers / Architects thrive in entrepreneurial environments where team members are encouraged to shape their roles to their strengths and interests. Our proven workshare approach provides opportunities to work across our transportation program and participate with clients and projects around the globe. Our culture of innovation and collaboration places strong emphasis on team-spirit, diversity thoughtfulness, growth and learning, discipline expertise, and personal accountability offering you a rewarding career in our dynamic, high-performance environment. If that sounds good to you, please apply!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Masters preferred) in architecture, industrial design or related
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial design, facility planning, equipment layout, building mechanical or plumbing design, or work flow analysis
• Power user of Revit and AutoCAD
• Command of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project)

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, industrial architecture, or related field, with Professional Engineer or Registered Architect license; candidates who do not possess a Professional Engineer license or are not a Registered Architect will be titled 'Senior Rail Facilities Designer'
• Master’s degree in engineering, Industrial Architecture, Business Administration, or related field
• 10-20 years of experience in design and/or construction inspection, preferably with freight rail, industrial, and/or transit facility projects
• Active membership and participation in an industry association (e.g. AREMA)
• Ability to manage design tasks
• Experience with project management principles and basic accounting principles
• Proven ability to solve problems in an interactive environment with business and technical staff to maintain a high degree of collaboration across multiple regions and diverse clients
• Demonstrated leadership skills, strong communication skills, and ability to work in a team environment with various teams
• A dedication to on-going professional development, openness to embracing new challenges, and commitment to be an active participant in our employee-owned culture
• Literacy with Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, Teams, OneNote), and PDF editing software (Revu Bluebeam)
• Local candidates are preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead freight rail facility and infrastructure design projects.
• Oversee the design development and documentation of sketches, exhibits, technical drawings, calculations, and specifications to confirm technical accuracy and version control.
• Apply relevant codes, regulations, and standards to confirm compliance and intent within project designs.
• Lead quality control and assurance processes by following established guidelines.
• Review project deliverables and provide feedback to team members.
• Review cost estimates and material takeoffs for accurate project planning and budgeting.
• Oversee contractor submittals, including shop drawings and RFIs, to verify design compliance
• Oversee field assessments to evaluate existing infrastructure and document conditions.
• Travel as needed for site visits, team coordination, and inspection activities.
• Perform on-site construction inspections to confirm work is executed in accordance with design documents.
• Obtain and maintain required certifications, including eRailSafe and railroad safety training credentials.
• Assist in proposal writing, providing technical expertise, scope development, and hours/fee estimates.
• Participate in business development meetings and interviews with clients.
• Demonstrate professionalism in interactions with team members, stakeholders, and clients.
• Embrace constructive feedback and mentorship opportunities to strengthen technical and professional skills.
• Commit to continuous learning and professional development to grow within the role.
• Mentorship, feedback, and guidance to entry-level and mid-level design staff.

Benefits

• Benefits include an excellent medical plan, paid time off, tuition assistance, 401(k) and employee stock ownership plans — and more!
• At HDR, you can own your future, own your company, and own who you are.

What This Job Offers

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