Track Design Engineer

GFT • Kansas City, MO

9d • $70,000 - $88,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

GFT is seeking a Track Design Engineer to join its Transportation Team in Kansas City, Missouri. The position follows a hybrid work model and requires regular attendance at the Kansas City office. The role involves civil engineering design and preparation of construction documents, including CAD design, specifications, and estimates, for projects involving rail, roads, airport infrastructure, coastal and site development, storm water management, and utilities. Day-to-day assignments and technical guidance come from Project Managers and other staff. The engineer coordinates with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and personnel across GFT offices, and works with civil, structural, and signal teams to integrate rail projects into broader transportation networks. The role supports permitting and compliance with AREMA standards and railroad engineering guidelines. GFT describes its work environment as supportive of work-life balance and offers flexible work schedules and environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited university or college.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (F.E.) exam.
• At least 2 years of professional civil engineering rail design experience.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and MicroStation or OpenRail Designer.
• Competence in reading plans and shop drawings and evaluating contractor compliance with construction plans and specifications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to work with public agencies, railroads, and private developers.
• Team-oriented approach, good organization, and effective time-management practices.
• Actively engage multiple perspectives when solving problems, learn from peers, and encourage reciprocal learning among team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction documents using MicroStation/OpenRail.
• Develop horizontal and vertical designs using MicroStation/OpenRail for new track alignments, industry track loops, yard expansions, and rehabilitation projects, including drainage considerations and grading plans.
• Assist with preparing probable construction costs and other cost estimates.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, and signal teams to integrate rail projects into broader transportation networks.
• Support permitting and compliance with AREMA standards and railroad engineering guidelines.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and personnel across GFT offices.
• Read plans and shop drawings and evaluate contractor compliance with construction plans and specifications.

Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Professional development, including access to internal and external training programs and support for participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
• Flexible work schedules and environments.

What This Job Offers

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