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Professional Engineer - Rail

Houston, TX, US • Posted 30+ days ago • Updated 8 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $130,000.00 - 160,000.00 per year

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Skills

Specification Gathering
Estimating
Documentation
Mentorship
Regulatory Compliance
Civil Engineering
Infrastructure Architecture
MicroStation
AutoCAD
Technical Writing
Communication
Organizational Skills
Management
Expect
Insurance
Professional Development
Training

Summary

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

For more information, visit our website at

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status

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Position Id: 81f38ab0b4ff25340c52aac43473dc1c
Posted 30+ days ago

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