Transit and Rail Engineer
About The Position
Shape the future of mobility with VHB. As communities across the Northeast invest in smarter, safer, and more connected transportation systems, VHB is growing its Transit & Rail team in Pennsylvania and seeking an experienced Transit & Rail Engineer to help deliver impactful infrastructure solutions. In this hybrid role based in Philadelphia or Lansdale, you’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on complex rail and bus transit projects ranging from stations and maintenance facilities to bridges, track systems, and right-of-way infrastructure. If you bring strong technical expertise, a passion for transportation innovation, and experience supporting agencies such as SEPTA, Amtrak, NJ Transit, or MTA, this is an opportunity to advance your career while helping shape resilient transit networks that move people and communities forward.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of transit and rail infrastructure and multi-discipline system integration
- Technical experience in transit and rail design disciplines (site/civil/drainage, track, bridges, structures, building systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection), fire alarm, communication, security, industrial, overhead catenary, traction power, substations, signals and communications, rail systems, grade crossings)
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills and analytical skills
- Strong capability in the use of computer applications including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field of study required, Master’s degree a plus and may substitute for 1 year of experience
- 5+ years of professional experience in transit & rail/transportation engineering design
- Understanding of railroad and rail/bus transit design requirements (ex. client and/or AREMA and APTA recommended practices)
- PE License
Nice To Haves
- Amtrak, SEPTA, DRPA, PATCO, NJ Transit, and/or NY MTA project experience preferred
- Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and/or MicroStation CADD platform is preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist and perform design on a variety of rail projects including stations, layover/service/support facilities, bus transit, rail bridges, right-of-way infrastructure, maintenance of equipment (MOE) and maintenance of way (MOW) yards, signals and communications
- Develop, manage, and maintain project schedules and budgets
- Assist in development of project deliverables
- Support the Project Development process including preparation of conceptual level designs, feasibility studies, planning studies, supporting documentation and quality control
- Perform inspections, evaluations, and assessments of rail and transit infrastructure
- Develop drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and project schedules
- Prepare technical reports and analysis
- Assist in the development of construction bid documents
- Provide design support services during construction
- Work effectively and collaboratively in a multi-disciplined team environment
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life
- disability insurance
- wellness programs
- tuition reimbursement
- recognition programs
- annual incentive compensation bonuses
- spot bonuses
- merit-based salary increases
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
