Railroad Structures Review/ Design Engineer – Public Projects

Join Benesch’s Railroad Services group as a member of our Public Projects Structures Review team. This position offers the opportunity to gain practical experience across a diverse range of railroad bridge and grade separation projects supporting Class I, short line, and commuter railroads.

Working alongside experienced structural engineers and project managers, you will perform technical design reviews of railroad structures and evaluate construction plans and activities affecting railroad infrastructure and operations. The position also offers opportunities to participate in structural design assignments and field inspections, providing valuable experience across multiple aspects of railroad structural engineering.

Location:

The position provides a Hybrid schedule and is open to candidates in the following locations: Omaha, NE or Bellevue, NE offices.

The Impact You Will Have:

Review structural plans, calculations, specifications, and technical submittals for the design and construction of railroad structures and other projects affecting railroad infrastructure and operations.
Evaluate designs against applicable railroad standards, criteria, and project requirements.
Assess construction staging, temporary works, demolition, and proposed methods for impacts to railroad structures and operations.
Identify design and construction deficiencies and prepare clear, actionable review comments that communicate the issues and facilitate their resolution.
Coordinate with project teams, railroad representatives, and other stakeholders to resolve technical issues, protect railroad property and operations, and meet deadlines.
Participate in structural analysis and design assignments.
Perform occasional structural field inspections and prepare associated reports.

What We Are Looking For:

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a structural engineering emphasis or a degree in Structural Engineering.
2–5 years of structural engineering experience, including railroad bridge design, structural analysis, or technical design reviews.
Working knowledge of structural engineering principles, including steel and concrete design, foundations, structural analysis, and the AREMA Manual for Railway Engineering (MRE).
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred; Professional Engineer (PE) licensure desirable.
Excellent organizational and communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to engineers, clients, and public stakeholders.
Ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving skills and an interest in learning new technical skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
Ability to perform occasional out-of-town travel as project needs require.