Rail Signal Design Project Engineer
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Job Location:
Fort Worth, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Simply Put A Great Place to Work
Benesch is a growing multi-disciplined planning engineering and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference.
We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team youll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and likewise contribute your expertise when you have something to share.
At Benesch we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they dont meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you dont be so hard on yourselfapply for the job!
Rail Signal Design - Project Engineer
Beneschs Rail Signal experts serve as a trusted resource for services including traffic signal preemption design rail grade crossing safety design traffic operations studies and related rail signal services. The Rail Signal team specializes in grade crossing and wayside signal design.
As a Project Engineer on the Railroad Grade Crossing team you will provide technical leadership and expertise to the design staff. You will lead quality assurance and quality control efforts advise on complex and high-impact projects and oversee the technical execution of work. This role includes directing and coordinating project staff across multiple disciplines to ensure designs meet technical safety and client standards.
Location
This position is part of Beneschs national Rail Division with the Rail Grade Crossing team anchored in our Fort Worth TX office. While the role supports a hybrid presence in Fort Worth we offer flexibility for remote work and will consider fully remote arrangements for qualified candidates.
The Impact You Will Have
- Perform intermediate- to advanced-level design work with minimal direction or supervision
- Select and recommend design approaches and prepare preliminary designs for engineering teams
- Execute advanced drafting and design tasks including engineering calculations drawing revisions material takeoffs and evaluation of project specifications
- Mentor junior staff and share technical knowledge to support team development
- Build client relationships through networking opportunities and participation in client meetings
What We Are Looking For
- Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
- 510 years of experience in rail signal design or closely related rail/transportation engineering work
- Applied working knowledge of MicroStation and proficiency in Microsoft Excel Word and Outlook
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and sound engineering judgment on complex projects
- Ability to mentor and support less experienced staff through knowledge-sharing and technical guidance #LI-MM1
Benesch is an equal opportunity employer committed to a professional inclusive and compliant workplace. We follow all applicable federal state and local employment laws including those related to non-discrimination pay transparency and equal opportunity for protected groups such as veterans and individuals with disabilities. This includes adhering to regulations related to equal employment opportunity non-discrimination pay transparency and any other legislation relevant to the jurisdictions in which we operate.
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Explore the Benefits of Working at Benesch!
At Benesch we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees understanding that their well-being is crucial for both personal and professional success. We offer a range of benefits for eligible employees including insurance retirement plans and wellness programs. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support a healthy lifestyle and can be customized to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to learn more about some of the benefits of working at Benesch!
Professional Development
- Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders Group Managers Division Managers and Executive Leaders
- Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
- Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector LinkedIn Learning technical team meetings knowledge-sharing training sessions
- Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
- Funding for training committee work professional organization memberships and licenses/certifications
- Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement
Retirement Benefits
- Access to valuable retirement planning tools education and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
- Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)
Work/Life Balance
- Flexible work schedules and hours including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
- Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
- Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
- Ten days of paid parental leave for birth adoption or foster placement
Employee Engagement
- At Benesch we encourage our team members to extend their impact beyond their core responsibilities. Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance your work-life balance and contribute to our community-focused initiatives. We support a variety of programs including community service student scholarships and matching gift opportunities reflecting our commitment to a vibrant and diverse workplace.
If you are based in California we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.
Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups including veterans and individuals with disabilities or other status protected by federal state and local laws.
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We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.
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About Company
Value Focused. Community Minded. Quality Driven. For more than 75 years, Benesch has been creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference for communities and infrastructure across the country.
