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We are seeking a Rail Engineer to join our Rail and Transit Practice in our Chicago, IL office. This position is responsible for providing design, calculations, and engineering services as necessary for transit, passenger, and freight rail projects. The individual will complete track or civil engineering tasks for local and national projects, including developing electronic models, plan sheets, project specifications, and performing plan, submittal, and RFI reviews. You’ll also assist Project Managers with proposals, budgets, schedules, and other project management tasks. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to build your understanding of the railway and transit industry to identify opportunities and advise and support the client in resolving their key issues. This position will provide the qualified candidate with the opportunity to work on rail-transit projects across the country and participate in Jacob’s National Rail-Transit team on project pursuits, strategy, and project management.

• Bachelors’ Degree in Civil Engineering

• Knowledge of rail and transit principles and practices

• Knowledge of FRA and/or Class 1 Railroad standards and the AREMA MRE

• Project management or coordination experience

• Proficient in Microstation, AutoCAD, or OpenRail

• Computer literate with MS Office (Word, Excel, Teams)

• Strong time management and attention to detail

• Strong communication skills and ability to communicate with clients

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

• Ability and willingness to learn

• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

Ideally, you'll also have:

• Preparation of horizontal and vertical track alignments and associated data using Microstation or AutoCad as required.

• Illinois PE or in progress on obtaining one (EIT)

• Coordinating the development of bid documents including plans, specifications, bid items, and construction cost estimates.

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