Professional Engineer - Rail

Professional Engineer - Rail

Department: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Houston, TX

Compensation: $130,000 - $160,000 / year

Description

At Horrocks, we believe that strong values drive exceptional work, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we live and work. We are seeking a Rail / Transportation Professional Engineer (PE) to lead and support the design and delivery of railway and transportation infrastructure projects across Texas. This role is ideal for a motivated engineer ready to take ownership of project tasks, mentor junior staff, and contribute meaningfully to a growing rail practice.

What are the core responsibilities for the role?

• Lead and support the development of rail and civil design plans, technical specifications, and cost estimates for rail, transit, and transportation projects.
• Prepare and review track geometry, grading, drainage, roadway/rail interface details, and other key design components.
• Coordinate and manage the work of multidisciplinary project teams, including structures, drainage, environmental, and signals/communications.
• Support project managers with design criteria development, project guidelines, schedules, and meeting documentation.
• Independently lead small to mid-sized projects or major design components of larger, complex rail infrastructure projects.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to engineering interns, designers, and CAD technicians.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as AREMA, FRA, and TxDOT (where applicable).
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support project and team success.

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) (Texas preferred or ability to obtain by reciprocity).
• 7-8 years of progressive engineering experience in rail, transit, or transportation infrastructure design.
• Proficiency in MicroStation (OpenRail or InRoads experience highly valued).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD is a plus.
• Strong command of MS Office applications.
• Demonstrated experience preparing detailed design plans and supporting technical documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse teams, clients, and stakeholders.

Why would a candidate want this job?

At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
• Professional development opportunities including in-house training
• Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure

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Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status

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