Rail Designer

HDR

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Posted about 2 months ago

Full Time

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

In Person

Smart Summary

The Rail Designer will support Rail Project Managers and Engineers in developing track and civil design plans, specifications, and cost estimates. Responsibilities include civil and track engineering assignments, developing design criteria, and providing direction to technical personnel.

We are seeking a Rail Designer to support project managers and engineers in developing track and civil design plans. A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field is required, along with experience in MicroStation, InRoads, and GEOPAK-route design. Strong communication skills and a commitment to being part of an employee-owned culture are essential.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Civil Engineering

Track Design

Drainage

Structural Engineering

Utilities

MicroStation

InRoads

GEOPAK

MS Office

Railroad Design

Project Management

Design Criteria

Project Controls

Technical Direction

Clerical Support

Team Collaboration

Job Description

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. 

 

In the role of Rail Designer, we'll count on you to: 
 
  • Support Rail Project Managers and Engineers to develop track and civil design plans, specifications, and cost estimates
  • Take responsibility for civil and track engineering assignments, including drainage, structural and utilities tasks
  • Develop design criteria, project guides, project meeting notes, and project controls while supporting Project Manager
  • Work independently on small projects or assist more senior engineers on larger projects
  • Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed
  • Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications 
 
  • Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or related field
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
  • Candidates without their EIT will be placed into a Design Coordinator job code and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression
  • Local candidates preferred


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Hands-on experience with MicroStation, InRoads and GEOPAK-route design
  • MS Office Applications experience
  • Strong interest in railroad design
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

HDR

HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No. 6 among the world’s design firms and we’re the largest healthcare design firm. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other’s contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way. So, what are you waiting for? Come grow with us.

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